2020 Kia Soul Turbo | The Frenetic Hamster
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In 2010, I purchased a new 2011 Kia Sorento built in West Point, GA. I was so impressed with it, I purchased a new 2017 Kia Soul +. I still own both vehicles as they continue to be economical reliable transportation and have held up very well. The Kia Soul still puts a smile on my face every time I drive it.
Who believes Alex is a cyborg because he is just too good at regurgitating so much dang info perfectly?!!🤔🤔
He could be one of our robot overlords...nah! [too much personality]
I have commented on this ability of his a number of times. I can barely get a sentence out without saying ahh or ehh.
He reads off notes behind the camera. You can see him doing this at the part where he's in the back seat.
The Kia. I drove a base model for a rental and loved it. I would definitely get the turbo. that was my main grip. It did the job just wanted the extra power
Whenever I get these as rentals I groan lol
I’m almost done with my first Kia rental, my first experience with a Korean product. 2022 Soul GT Line with the 1.6 n.a. and the cvt. I find it adequate to drive in sport mode full time, shifting the cvt manually when I need it to scat. It a neat package. Very well equipped at this price point. The audio and infotainment are both great. I find myself leaving the Kia map on instead of using Google Maps with CarPlay. The thing about this car is, I wanted to hate it, but I can’t say I do, even with the tiny engine and the cvt. Thanks for the video.
I’ve always liked the Soul. It’s a happy car!
No way I'm getting this version!! My 2014 ! With whole shebang package has panoramic sunroof and cooled seats, which are great during summer!!!
Kia's moving upmarket. They are locking premium features in their range topping models.
They are moving upmarket yet keeping the price down. I have '17 base Soul that brings joy with every drive. When you own one and keep it clean yourself the detail they put in becomes apparent. I believe KIA is quietly kicking other manufacturer's butts and continues to be a true threat. As well, KIA is not afraid to give us some style. I find KIA very appealing from a number of aspects and given their popularity so too for many others.
After your review along with several other throughly excellent reviews on the Kia Soul Turbo and a road trip from St Petersburg FL to Atlanta Georgia convinced me that I needed to step up to the 2022 Kia Soul Turbo from my 2021 Kia Soul EX which was already an excellent vehicle only if it had that turbo 1.6L engine and some of the other amenities that the turbo model offered. This is my 3rd Kia and I must say I’m throughly impressed with this lil pocket rocket. I love what I now have that the EX trim did not have as options….all the safety features the Harmon Kardon sound system, the Smart cruise control, full LED lighting, heated steering wheel, heads up display, pedestrian FCAA, sport tuned suspension and 18” tire & sport reams. Some do not like the 7 speed dual clutch automatic transmission but I love it having been the owner of a 2016 Kia Soul with the basic 1.6L engine with the 6 spd manual transmission you’ll appreciate this tranny very much it helps put the power down and it will peel those front wheels too if your into that kind of thing. Just knowing I can and do have power on tap when I want it. No turbo lag so far but I know it’s a characteristic of some automakers and their turbos. The warranty is icing on the cake too. The Kia Soul is very practical, funky and fun to drive that’s why imma Soul Man!
EVERY Brand Car Dealership that sells ANY model with a DCT Transmission should have a video copy of Alex' clear explanation of WHAT a DCT is and HOW it actually works. Then they MIGHT avoid so many of the customer complaints AND FAILURES of this type of transmission. Are you listening Ford??? Probably over 90% of the general population has NEVER driven a Standard Transmission of any kind and they have no clue about what Clutch Slippage is.
Fortunately, I have a smooth DCT transmission application in my Kia Niro Hybrid but in this case, it is paired with an Electric Motor as well and the vehicle always starts moving off the line in electric mode with the clutch on 1st gear fully engaged. There is also never any slippage when stopped on a hill, even without a foot on the brake, since the electric motor is not turning in that instance, unlike an internal combustion engine. Gotta love that maximum torque available at zero rpms in electric motors! In essence, I would call the Niro's hybrid power-train a marriage made in Heaven. The START/STOP functions of the Gasoline Engine in this vehicle are virtually seamless, unlike the annoying and delayed ruckus that goes on in most vehicles with start/stop systems. I once HAD to drive a friends Cadillac with auto start/stop and I couldn't wait to find the damned switch to disengage that function. Absolutely awful!
Alex, u are awesome. U really help me sleep
does anyone else ever notice whatever car hes reviewing has something related to or actually has the cars name on the radio? alex rocks!
You provide the best reviews, please ask Ford to let you review the new 2020 Ford Transit PASSENGER van when it becomes available!!!
I love this Soul.. no complaints but wish they would have worked a bit more on that back window and bumper area. I’m not feeling that part of the car.
I love the 1.6t
Great review! I really enjoy all of your posts. The combination of very extensive details/specs and "comparison" features are a standout among car review channels. The effort that you put into each of your reviews is clearly evident and appreciated -- thank you!
the new Hyundai KIA models are looking very interesting but i would go with that rav4 in this segment
I agree. I would definitely go for the RAV4 as it is bigger and taller.
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defiantly, the last generation rav4 was something i would never consider but now its a visit to the dealer to check out.
They sure have grown. Upon seeing the first of this current generation surprised me when I saw the RAV4 badging. I almost couldn't believe how big it had become.
Why no comparison to the Hyundai Elantra GT Sport (Hatchback)? It's got the same engine, turbo, and practicality.
I really like the new Soul. I'd get the base model with a manual transmission
Were you ever going to review the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line?
Joseph Whiskey Beale good question I don’t think they sell as many of those tho
They ditched the Hamsters for a Chameleon. Get your game up, Alex. ;-P
I take issue with his use of the term, Frenetic. The Ford Festiva with an automatic was Frenetic.
Please get your hands on the electric version of the soul the one with 60 kWh battery and 201 horsepower thanks
hey alex civic sport touring hatchback or the soul gt-line? what would you pick?
Modern safety features should be standard on every new modern car
Absolutely. Insurance recognizes this too
Great video Alex. I traded in my 2017 soul EX Tech for 2019 hybrid Limited and the only thing I've missed from the Soul is Android Auto
Nick Muggli they made a hybrid drive train
@@theamazoner4075 are you trying to Kia made Soul hybrid power train?
Nick Muggli no sorry I was asking i didn’t know which hybrid car you were talking about
Additional power beyond the meager amount the standard 2.0L supplies would be nice, but few buyers will find value within the now-very-inflated price of the GT Turbo.
This generation of soul reminds me a lot of the cube
Quicker than an Si!
I wonder how much more the car Insurance will be. I can hear them say well now is more expensive to fit the bumper because of the headlights in it.
Reminds me of a Borg Cube.
Digging it!
6.5 sec@60 miles that's freaking fast for small car .
That widescreen is going to be nice when iOS 13 launches.
$28k soul. The should name it !!
i live in florida and it is hard to find something under 30k that i can get with a manual and cooled seats. the jetta gli is the only one i can find. Alex do you know any vehicle that offer what i need.
Review the 2020 Jeep renegade with the new 1.3L turbo engine.
the ONLY reason we have not ever purchased a KIA Soul is because of those Soul/hamster commercials. They didn't bother me at all, thought they were pretty cute, but my wife cannot keep those little critters out of her mind whenever she sees a Soul on the road.
I’ll never understand why manufacturers don’t always have a space under the floor for cargo covers. My 2008 Honda Pilot (which admittedly doesn’t have it anymore) has a space for one. If a car has a removable cargo cover, it should have a place go store it out of the way
I suggest reading "Car: A Drama of the American Workplace" or "All Corvettes Are Red" if you would like some insight into why this is. Both are fascinating books about how vehicles are designed and manufactured.
Thank you for the book recommendations. I'm putting these on my winter reading list.
@@discerningmind They are both really interesting if you are into cars or the automotive business. After reading Car you'll look at your AC knob and think, ah, they chose that knob because it was 8 cents cheaper per unit than the other one. Or they chose to leave out this feature because it saved half a pound per car.
Thank you.
My 2017 gti can store the cargo cover under the trunk floor. When cover is not under trunk, trunk floor can be lowered 2", which is super handy when I had to haul a 64gal trash can home
Will it catch on fire?
Car and Driver reported that the DCT in their long term test Soul showed noticeable evidence of wear at only 40k miles. 0-60 time was 1.4 seconds longer at 40k than when the car was new...a significant decline in performance. Not exactly confidence inspiring. This, added to the issues with the DCT in the Tucson got the Soul turbo crossed off my shopping list when I was in the market a couple of months ago. I probably would have taken a chance with a Soul if it had a different transmission.
I wouldn't expect the Mini Clubman S a relevant comparison, nor can I understand it's Premium make status. I'm not sure about now but it wasn't long ago they were the most troublesome car available. Frequent need of replacement parts and designs maddening to mechanic's. Whereas the KIA is going to be good from day one.
Its a beautiful car, seating position is great. Only complaint is auto engine stop option i don't like it. And the HUD is an extra .
Just turn it off.
Up here in Canada we get ventilated seats with the 1.6 turbo
there is no turbo model in Canada.
Canada always gets the good stuff...
Trev I was on Kia.ca and according to it yes there is.
Trev that’s interesting. I was on their website on Monday and they had the 1.6 turbo listed on there. I just double checked and it’s gone now. That is sketchy.
@@kevinW826there has never been a turbo offered on the 2020 Soul in Canada at any point - so far. Maybe you saw info about the upcoming all new Forte 5, which will have an available the 1.6L Turbo.
while I already wasn't into it, the limited bright blue or bright red color for the GT trim really sealed the deal of a no go for me on this one
Strangely or not? Alex on autos always ignores Kia's other big seller. Forte and Fort5. I would compare with SOUL? Kia's DCT work well.
I love the utility of my Soul, but I love the look of the Forte 5. I'm going to be torn deciding on my next car.
@@discerningmind I love my Forte5. I do not need the box type of car in my home, anymore. The 5 has as much room interior as the soul and turbo version is likely faster..? Mine has the DCT I think it now has a CTV? We live in a city and it has good legs in other traffic. Obviously the SOUL is a practical vehicle for many. For us the Forte is the better choice.. Cheers. Good luck with your next choice!
Thanks for your input. I won't be replacing the Soul for a few years yet, but I so love the styling of the Forte 5 I had to mention it. May you have many happy years with your 5.
Unfortunately, we don't get the turbo engine in Canada
I try to remain objective and not fall into fanboy-ism about any brand or vehicle. But I have to admit that KIA makes it more and more difficult. Bought our second Sorento last year. It's a perfect Goldilocks size for our family of three plus a big dog, especially when we need a surprisingly accommodating third row of seats for six or seven passengers and would otherwise have to take two vehicles. The Stinger is a widely praised version of a European style GT at price point that leaves enough in a wallet for a long, long "grand tour." The new Forte is a feature packed compact sedan priced so a parent sending a kid to college or a recent graduate drowning in debt can consider it.
The Telluride is so popular that waiting lists of months and/or "market adjustment" stickers are not just common, they're near universal. Want a true luxury full size sedan, again at a price tens of thousands dollars less than the European competition? KIA suggests you take a look at the K900. You'll have enough $$$ left over to hire a part-time chauffeur the KIA was designed for while you stretch out in the back seat.
And then there's the Soul. They're so popular here in the Pacific Northwest my local KIA dealer could install a vending machine in the showroom and save the cost of a salesperson or two. The demographic appeal ranges from 20-something hipsters in Seattle to downsizing seniors and young families. The snail mail delivery person on my small island uses hers to deliver everything from the daily mail to huge packages and would have to have her cold dead fingers pried off the steering wheel before she'd give it up.The Soul has 62.1 cubic ft of overall cargo space. That's more than the Mazda CX-5.
Speaking of living on an island, a unique personal benefit is a discount on the stiff Washington State ferry fares for vehicles less than 14' in length. Few vehicles qualify (Happily, my GTI does) and none with the cargo capacity and passenger room of the Soul earns it.
I wouldn't give up my beloved GTI for the Soul GT. But it would be a choice not a joke to consider it. Being a GTI owner I'm already committed to "function-first" brick-like styling. The Soul is a bit farther along the "funky" styling dimension but it's in the same ballpark as the GTI. I love my GTI's dual clutch transmission. I'm not sure the KIA would match its behavior but I'd give it a chance. The Soul GT won't match the performance of my GTI but its mpg's are a bit better. And as versatile as my GTI is, the Soul GT offers more cargo space and competitive passenger space. Owning a Sorento I'm familiar with the KIA's infotainment system and it's frankly superior to my GTI's. Still, there's handling and intangibles the KIA can't match. So I'll keep my GTI but I'll offer a thumbs up to anyone I see in the new Soul GT. As for the more obvious competitors like he Kona, the Honda HRV and the Toyota CRV ...No thumbs up.
If you want even more value, Buy kias pre owned, somewhere near 15k miles. The resale value of kia is still low (for how long?) So you will get a huge discount on a near new car and still have a longer warranty than a brand new Honda or Toyota.
@@RafaelPernia One can always save a bundle if you can find a nearly new vehicle from any brand. However, it's worth noting that the bumper-to-bumper warranty on the KIA as well as the longer power train warranty only extends to 5 years and 60K miles from the original purchase when the car is purchased as a used car.
@@stephenhendricks103 not up here in Canada. At least not if you buy it from a dealer. I have two with 100k warranties! And yes, basically all brands have a discount but a used Toyota iscloser to brand-new-price than a kia or hyundai!
@@stephenhendricks103 also I have to clarify, here is 100k kms
@@RafaelPernia 100K kms is about 60K miles. :)
You should’ve compared w the Elantra GT Line
The soul
Not feeling the back of the car.
I wonder how much Kia would charge for the option of AWD and IRS on this Soul? I would take this in a manual to offset the cost.
The EV gets an IRS interestingly enough. I don’t get why they wouldn’t just use it in every model
James..you won't see the option ever, because they've reserved that for the new Kia Seltos, which just went on sale in Korea a month ago. It's awesome!
Manual transmissions no longer save money, thanks to economies of scale favoring automatic transmissions (conventional or CVT) in the US market.
Robstafarian
Manuals save driver engagement. CVTs and DC’s can never replace the joy and art of driving, that’s my humble opinion.
@@EchoSigma6 They can be fun. Problem is, nobody buys them. Add this to the fact that automatic transmissions are more efficient these days and you can see why there aren't many sticks available. Better get one while you can!
Man I hate that rear end
I would get a soul over a kona for the features and I would get a Mazda CX-5 over a Toyota Rav4 for features and performance and handling!
looks like the Dodge Soul from the front bumper
Interesting observation - I see what you mean (the aggressive Dodge front end styling)
Very good! I hadn't made that connection. There was something about the front that I couldn't put my finger on and you went and nailed it!
I strongly considered buying a 2020 Soul, but price goes up too much if you want push button start and more of the safety features. Hyundai had so much rebate and dealer money available on the '19 Santa Fe that I just could not justify spending so much on a Soul, and ended up going non-Turbo Santa Fe. I felt I would regret going subcompact for so much money. Definitely 2 different cars, Santa Fe not sporty, but just too practical for the money vs the Soul.
KIa needs to make the Turbo Soul available at 25K MSRP, not 27.5K, and offer lower non-turbo trims with push button start and all the safety features, very strange trim line/option packages in the 2020 Souls right now.
Alex, no excuses for Hyundai's DCT please. This is just bad engineering, like Ford. DCTs from Audi/VW and Porsche are completely transparent in operation.
Turbo = more moving parts and more maintenance. Hoping this fad ends as soon as possible or I will be keeping my latest car I bought that is naturally aspirated this year for 20 years. I now get much better mileage than my last turbo kia which guzzled gas like an 8 cylinder. What a scam.
It's all about atupid consumer trends, frustrations and dreams. Paddles on a Soul? Come on
People don't understand that when that turbo spools up gas consumption goes up and is not by a little.
Eight inches more than the Corolla hatch? By the looks of it, that means the Corolla has -2" legroom.
the engine is the real con of the mazda3.
This guy, Adam Corolla and john cena should bring back top gear America.
I don't consider this a subcompact. Yaris, Fit, Accent, Rio, Fiesta, Mirage, Spark those are subcompacts.
pedro fernandez right? This is a compact.. wonder who made that decision to call it sub
after tax and title - 30K for a soul? WTAF?
Keith Nelson RAV4s are hitting 45k! Prices on new cars are getting crazy.
Who would use paddles on a Soul? Use that extra money somewhere else
Who uses paddles any way? Gamers? The computer shifts perfectly no matter what type of driving.
Golf is more eensie-weensie than compact? :D
Ah you Americans... :)
DaxXx988 he is comparing the cars relative to their segment. The golf is small for the compact segment
So wired to see this with a petrol engine... As a Norwegian this is a bit of a rarity.
I have no soul.🙁
I drive a minivan.
Kia priced the Turbo engine too high ensuring a low take rate and the ability to kill it off faster. Sad
Kona 1.6L T would be my pick as for the same price, you get IRS and AWD
I liked the Kona but the rear legroom is less.
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Over 30k views now with only 19 dislikes!
What MPG did you get? Did I miss it?
27 city, 30 combine, 32 hwy for the 1.6t
27 city, 30 combine, 33-35 hwy for the 2.0. FE is underrated. Put the car in manual mode, and upshift 2x to drop the tachometer to a lower rpm at hwy speeds.
@@JT-fq2bl Thanks. But what did Alex get in his test?
$25K for Honda si...28k for Kia Soul...come on!
Soul is quicker than the Si
VW Golf Gti s
I like the GT-LINE but I wish they would slowdown with the redish accents all over, Chevy Blazer is another one with the red nonsense.
I would inch toward the sante fe
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Kia keeps downgrading the Soul. No more cooled glovebox, panoramic moonroof, ventilated seats,
Andre N there just finding what people actually buy besides why would you buy a cooled glove box go buy a luxury car
No turbo manual 🤦🏾♂️😔
Break Fast yes in europe.
No Soul turbo model is sold in Canada thumbs down to """Kia""" on that moronic decision. Canada gets the shaft with all show NO GO
That decision of what is imported is made by Canada, not Kia.
So 👎Canada.
replace the dct with a manual, then i'd be interested. seriously, why throw money at an expensive component that you can't design right and then have the gall to call it a "GT".
Dude... you have way to many commercials. I’m gearing tired of it. I watch your videos for insightful reviews not back to back commercials.
We are not responsible for the ads, that’s handled by Google.
I let them play sometimes. He puts out good reviews and i think he deserves to get paid. Stop being such a whiner.
Kia Souls are not very good cars. If you don’t believe me, just ask a mechanic.
Right terrible car
I have, and he said they're good cars. In fact, I have a 2015 that has never had a problem, just regular maintenance.
CJ VN we love Honda and Toyota more
CJ VN Your are one of the fortunate ones...for now.
I have a Hyundai Accent. It burns oil since new. This Hyundai/KIA engine seems to have thin/weak piston rings. Changing oil sooner and religiously is a must. The rest of the car are okay though.