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2012 Kia Soul Hatchback - Reviews

$13,900–$19,600 MSRP

$13,600–$18,700 Invoice

23/28 MPG City/Hwy

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Power Circle Ratings

Overall Quality 5.0

Overall Performance and Design 5.0

Predicted Reliability 3.0

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What Owners Say

Dislikes

fuel economy - huge disappointment - may improve over time
the rattling rear seat is an annoyance
blind spots on driver's side, hesitation of engine.
trunk - cargo space - much less than anticipated.
no spare tire provided: fix a flat
sound of engine during rapid acceleration
has a bit too much road noise on rough asphalt
winter weather driving - get stuck a lot.
to get a sunroof i had to get a higher grade car.
armrests - would like higher middle console

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