2021 Kia Soul
US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons
The 2021 Kia Soul is listed in the US market as a wagon with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Dual-clutch, Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 6 to 7 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
25V099000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may…
Reported February 17, 2025. View on NHTSA
21V259000: ENGINE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which may result in engine damage.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact…
Reported April 13, 2021. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 4, 2026
Data verified: November 4, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2021 Kia Soul have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Kia Soul?
Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2021 Kia Soul front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2021 Kia Soul?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.