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Robert T.
2011 Kia Soul
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03/11/2016

2011 Kia Soul

We bought the Kia Soul because of the cute advertising, and the overall looks. The fuel economy is good - 28 - 34 mpg highway. There are two drawbacks however: (1) The seats are uncomfortable. There are metal slates (2) that run the length of the front seats; after about 45 minutes you can feel the metal slates rubbing against your buttocks. For a long drive, the seats ARE UNCOMFORTABLE!. Secondly, the basic body style makes backing up difficult because a lot of rearward view is blocked by the two rear sections of the frame (both sides of the rear panel). I sometimes have to switch from looking in the rear view mirror to checking the outside side mirror to make certain of my rearward driving. A third comment, only an observation; is that I've had to replace one tire (left rear) and repair the right rear tire twice. Have 57,100 miles on vehicle. Maintenance and performance are very good overall, though.
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RICHARD S.
2011 Kia Soul
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/05/2016

KIA SOUL

MY KIA IS ROOMER THAN IT LOOKS ITS BEEN A GOOD CAR SO FAR A LITTLE PRICEY ON MANTLING IT
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RICHARD S.
2011 Kia Soul
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08/10/2016

Reliable vehicle

The Kia Soul is Mushroom Winter than it looks I virtually had no problems and I'm getting close to 100,000 miles I've kept the maintenance up and it's rewarding me I would recommend this vehicle to a friend
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Barry P.
2011 Kia Soul
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04/25/2017

Babe Magnet ;)

A great mileage vehicle, I use this for my flooring business. My samples fit well and there is plenty of room . No major mechanical issues even though i drive 4 to 6 hours a day.7
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SIDNEY J.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/15/2017
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Great City car

It handle great and the city and on the highway. I can find parking within the city, better with this vehicle versus my SUV. It looks small on the outside, however, I have plenty of room in the interior.
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SHARLENE C.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/24/2018
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Love it’s versatility

I LOVE my Kia Soul 2011. I would buy another one and I hope they still make them when I can afford to get a newer model. I love the roominess, front end visibility, tight maneuverability, mileage Is fair. It has a rear side blind spot that is annoying. And wind buffering when rear windows are down is definitely annoying. But all in all I would love to buy a 2018, another manual transmission. I think the newer ones have better styling. Would love to Be able to drop the rear window. Shar
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KIM S.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/29/2018
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Like my Soul

It has been a great car. I hope it just keeps going. My only complaint would be that it is noisy on the road. I have had two friends purchase Souls after riding in mine. They both love them!
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SHARLENE C.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/19/2019
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Pretty Good Little Car

I really like my2011 standard transmission Kia Soul. It has been very reliable and utilitarian. It's not the quietest of cars and the buffering when the front or rear windows are down is intolerable. But that can be worked around. It handles well for a boxy car. I love the roominess of it and it's great for pets and transporting all sorts of large purchases, lots of cargo space.
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WAYNE W.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/10/2019
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Good car

Bought it new and had little problem ,it was a manager special , power windows , brakes , steering , trunk organizer, lighted speakers.power mirrors, been a good car for my money, 2.0 engine has some power
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Rachelle P.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/20/2020
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Love it.

Love my car. I will love to get a newer one. If you keep up the maintenance it will last just recently passed 100,000 miles and i got it 3 years ago when it was at 70,000. You should definitely consider.
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Ed H.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/09/2020
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Great except for the low profile tires

Grest except for the weak low profile tires.Great except for the weak low profile tires.Great except for the weak low profile tires.Great except for the weak low profile tires.Great except for the weak low profile tires
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KRISTINA T.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/15/2020
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Great car

We love our soul, it’s a fun car to drive around town. Our second year with the Soul, we took it to upstate NY and it handled the mountain roads just fine. Only wish it had all wheel drive, a more powerful engine and better shocks.
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BEN S.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/28/2021
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Exceptionally reliable

My car is not flashy or showcar but it is & has been exceptionally reliable. My only complaint,if can call it that is the gas mileage is only good. I get about 32 mpg. But i love this car & highly recommend it
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AMBER W.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/12/2022
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Luv my Soul!

It wasn't what I wanted initially but I luv it now! It can take on fender benders with minimal damages, doesn't like to go under 60mph, can be parked just about anywhere, and many more reasons why I love it! 3 downfalls to this car it doesn't do well on windy days. Not comfortable at all to sleep or camp in. Tiny storage space in back.
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Katherine C.
2011 Kia Soul
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/29/2023
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Very pleased

This is one of the best car purchases of my lifetime. In all these years, my only repair has been to replace a sprain in the trunk opening. It is a great car, especially for college students and singles. Inexpensive, reliable, and easy to pack. My biggest complaint with the car and all these years has been the poor lighting in the back hatch back area. That drives me nuts. I’m always afraid I left some food spoil in the back. I would definitely buy again.
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MICHELLE L.
2011 Kia Soul
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04/25/2015

LOVE THIS CAR

Even after driving it for 4 years I still LOVE this car! I'll be bringing my mom in to do a test drive on one as soon as she's ready
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SUSAN F.
2011 Kia Soul
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05/26/2015

Went in for the commercials

I went in because of the hamster commercials - and came out very happy with my pre-owned 2011 Kia Soul. Love this car!
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DAVID S.
2011 Kia Soul
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08/13/2015

The perfect mix of reliability, looks, comfort (kinda) and my complete dedication to a fantastic machine

I purchased my 2011 Soul off lease in August of 2012 from Greico Kia in Delray Beach, Florida. I never had any respect for car dealerships I got a wake up call when I got the hots for the Soul I was treated with respect, found the car I was interested in and waged war on comprable prices at other dealers. Got a very, very fair deal, used car with 32Kmiles in perfect, new condition. Car was certified (VERY IMPORTANT!!) It has never failed me. I put the key in, it starts and I go. I now have 135K miles on it, and it is still like new. Paint is perfect, body is clean inside, and it holds construction tools and hardware, but just a bit too small for my immediate needs. It has been back to the dealer twice- The AM radio antenna broke, and the horn was under recall for replacement. Greico gave me a loaner car both times. Perfromance: Ride- Choppy, Noisy, and car make a variable vibration hum at higher speeds, Replaced tires had no effect. Living with it, The newer Souls have a much better ride and no mystery hums. Reliabilty 10 plus. Never broke down on the road or at home. Failing battery gave plenty of notice- slow starter. Original brake pads on back, 2nd set of pads on front. Air conditioning sometime too cold, even a slowest speed. Blue tooth best feature, wish I could change voice from Korean english to Brooklyn or something more personal. Would I recommend this again? Suprisingly no, not for me. Too small, and as Consumer Reports once called the Dodge Neon, a "low rent car", At this point in my life I want to step up to the Honda CR V or the Suzuki Forrester- All three cars have received outstanding reviews in Consumers reports, my car buying bible. I am sure the new Soul has all the improvements I long for in the ride, but at this point, I can afford to move up. It has been a good friend and made me proud to own it.
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VANESSA W.
2011 Kia Soul
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11/11/2015

kia soul

love my Kia soul just the right size, good gas mileage, very convenient for me. Will be my next car purchase as well. Newer model.
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RICHARD S.
2011 Kia Soul
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11/20/2015

very well made

soul has more room then it looks grate gas mileage well built rids grat
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