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4.3
(227 reviews)
2014 Kia Soul
5
70%
4
13%
3
6%
2
3%
1
8%
83%
Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.3
Performance
4.3
Quality
4.3
Comfort
4.5
Reliability
4.5
Styling
4.6
2014 Soul Overview
Among the 227 owners who provided feedback on the 2014 Kia Soul for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is mostly positive, with 83% recommending the vehicle. As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's styling and comfort to be its strongest features and value to be its weakest. 159 out of 227 of owners (70% of them) rank the 2014 Soul five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 2014 Kia Soul. Is it the right vehicle for for you? Check out Kelley Blue Book's consumer reviews and see for yourself.
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Review Summary

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The vehicle offers a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and responsive handling. Customers appreciate the good gas mileage and impressive features for the price. However, some have reported issues with oil consumption, transmission problems, and braking performance. While a few have concerns about long-term reliability, most customers are satisfied with the vehicle and would recommend it as a practical and affordable commuter car.
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Most Helpful Reviews

Positive Review

"I love it!"

I am just turning 70 with some physical problems like sciatica and lower back pain. I am about 5'6"tall. I have been looking for a small hatchback for about a year and test drove about 8-9 cars that fit the bill. For ME the priorities were 1. Seat comfort 2. Ability to see over stearing wheel 3. Roominess for errands at home lumber stores, etc 4. Clearance off the ground---ie. some cars hit curb when parking 5. Fun to drive 6. Last but not least: price under $25k There are a number of cars that have better gas mileage and equal roominess, but only one other of them had seats with power assisted drivers seat and lumbar support because they cater to a younger crowd. Kia hit the mark with this car for my age group as well as younger with all the cool technology. It is easy to get in and out of, is peppy enough to pass if needed, has plenty of room, tight enough handling and VERY comfortable. Could have a little better gas milage, but not the make or break feature for me. The warranty is great as well. I love this car every time I get in it!


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Critical Review

"Engine failure"

The engine on my 2017 Kia Soul + seized. All of my maintenance was up to date. The Kia service department wants to charge me $6,000 for repairs. I am the second owner of the vehicle. Kia won't back their own product. There is no warranty coverage. So now I have an expressive lump of metal... Last Kia I will ever buy (was my second).

2014 Soul Reviews

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Yvonne
4/30/2026
Compact size
Pros

Popular vehicle's, Value, Quality, Styling

The size of this vehicle is fantastic, and the fuel mileage. Very nice comfortable ride, soft seats plenty of room space. Styling exterior, sporty performance. Pleasant sounding speakers. Luggage rack for my carrier. Reliable, overall reviews are all good. It's my daily use vehicle :)

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Jamie
4/29/2026
Fun on long road trips
Pros

Book value is good, Comfort, Quality

Fill up the tank and go!! It does well on the fuel mileage city/hwy. The performance has plenty of get up go. Exterior looks sharp, and the interior is interesting. Super easy going, it has comfortable seats, and a nice sounding stereo system. Reliable vehicles, they seem pretty popular.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Stuart
4/29/2026
Fuel efficiency type of vehicle
Pros

Everything is all good, Reliable, Value, Quality

Neat style fun to drive. Good affordability for being a daily vehicle. Styling design, comfortable seats nice quality. Stereo seems really good. Plenty of cargo area, and luggage rack. These vehicles come with privacy glass. There's many positive thoughts about these small size vehicles. They are really popular, and affordable.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Quinn
4/29/2026
Daily vehicle 😎
Pros

Reliability, Nice Quality, Sharp design

Definitely a fun time driving this car around. It's small size makes it easier for parking, saving on fuel money, long distance trips. And lower cost maintenance service. It does have comfortable seats, plenty of room for passengers and my items in the cargo area. Reliable is good, styling is sharp, Performance is quick enough. The resale value is pretty strong. Overall very impressive vehicles 😀

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Miriam
4/28/2026
This is a fun car to drive 😀
Pros

Quality is nice, Reliable, Comfort, Styling

Really good overall reviews, and the ratings about these vehicles. I, like having low cost for the service maintenance, and good gas mileage. Pretty good performance..This vehicle has a nice stylish exterior. Comfortable leather seats, leather wrap steering wheel. Fun stereo, navigation etc. Good reliable vehicle, and the resale value.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Delia
4/28/2026
Five stars :)))
Pros

Affordable price range, Value, Performance

Five star review from me :)) Interesting, it's small fun to drive and having a fuel efficiency vehicle. Really nice stylish exterior and quality interior. Comfort seats, plenty of cargo and having a luggage rack on top. I, like the stereo, and best of all the overall ratings are impressive as well.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Reynold
4/28/2026
Popular Vehicle's
Pros

Resale value holds well, Reliable, Quality

Cons

No

These vehicles are every where, and Kia soul is awesome. Mine is loaded with all the options. I, like the styling, also the fuel mileage. Comfort seats heated, air cooled. Full size moonroof and shade cover. Stereo is fantastic, light up speakers pretty cool. There's literally many things to like :)))

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Bethany
4/27/2026
Kia Soul Plus+ Very Impressive!!
Pros

Comfortable, Performance, Value, Styling

I, bought my vehicle awhile back ago, and everything is going all good. I, keep up on the service maintenance. These small vehicles get pretty good fuel mileage. The interior is really nice, all quality. Comfortable seats heated. Spacious cargo area, luggage rack.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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