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4.6
(412 reviews)
2017 Kia Soul
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83%
4
7%
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4%
90%
Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.6
Performance
4.6
Quality
4.6
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.7
Styling
4.8
2017 Soul Overview
Among the 412 owners who provided feedback on the 2017 Kia Soul for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with 90% 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. 343 out of 412 of owners (83% of them) rank the 2017 Soul five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 2017 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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Customers overwhelmingly praise the comfortable interior with heated or cooled leather seats, ample legroom, and spacious cargo area with foldable rear seats. The responsive handling, smooth ride, and drive mode selector enhance the enjoyable driving experience. Most highlight excellent fuel economy between 25-40 mpg and low maintenance costs as major ownership advantages. The touchscreen navigation, smartphone integration, and Infinity audio systems are widely appreciated. A few report minor issues like underpowered highway performance or isolated durability concerns, but these are vastly outweighed by strong overall satisfaction and long-term reliability.
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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).

2017 Soul Reviews

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Sharon
7/24/2026
๐Ÿ‘ Yuppers๐Ÿ‘
Pros

Reliable car, Quality, Value, Performance

(Giving a full positive overall review) These smaller vehicles maybe slower on the road, but they are built for fuel savings, and reliability. The overall experience is very strong. Good vehicle, with nice quality leather seats. Head room, leg room. Cargo are with folding down rear seats. I, like driving around in my Kia soul.

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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Christie
7/23/2026
Premium model
Pros

Vehicle resale value, Quality, Styling, Reliable

Super fun, quick performance for being a subcompact car. Handling is good especially sport mode is on. Styling exterior, looks great. Comfortable seats heated plus cooled. Full size panoramic sunroof with the shade cover. Touch screen stereo with apps. Uvo app, very nice to have :) Good reliable car, many nice things about these small size 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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4
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Sterling
7/23/2026
Good car year around use
Pros

Overall value, reliable vehicle, quality

Reliable vehicle with lot's of nice features. Styling, good performance. Comfortable seats heated plenty of room space. Really nice stereo system good speakers. Cargo area is spacious. I, also use my luggage rack for camping gear etc. No concerns, just a overall fun vehicle to have.

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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Peter
7/22/2026
Ownership ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Pros

Overall value is good, Reliable, Quality

Good experience, fuel efficiency.. Pretty cool cars, fun to drive. Definitely affordable pre-owned or even new. Styling design, decent performance. Overall is very good, and these seats are really comfortable. Touch screen stereo with navigation and etc apps. Cargo area is a perfect size for my liking. I'm thrilled to own this cool car ๐Ÿ‘

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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Irvine
7/22/2026
Neat cars
Pros

Holds it's value well, Reliable, Quality, Styling

Cruising around in a small car and having good fuel mileage. It's fun, and these vehicles are actually spacious. Comfortable seats, styling exterior and the interior. Very nice quality, the performance, reliability is all pro's. I'm happy with my Kia soul :))

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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Scott
7/22/2026
One of my daily vehicles
Pros

Good performance, value, quality, comfort

Premium model, super cool cars. The impressions are fantastic!! Fun to drive, good gas mileage. Styling is really sharp, comfortable seats. Really nice stereo system. Cargo area is spacious, luggage rack installed. My car is reliable, affordable and it's a keeper.

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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Becky
7/20/2026
I just purchased this vehicle pre-owned
Pros

Resale value, Reliable car, performance

Honestly I'm thrilled, I think it's a good little car. Subcompact size, definitely good gas mileage especially around city use driving. The vehicle has a nice styling exterior, and a really nice quality interior design. Comfort seating, pretty soft seats that feels good even on longer road trips. Stereo system is easy to use. I, do like the cargo area for my items. If I ever need extra space I have a 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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Paisley
7/20/2026
All Stars ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Pros

Performance Value Comfort Styling Reliable

Reliable car, good warranty no worries. Fun to drive, affordable for service maintenance and good gas mileage. Comfortable seats heated with plenty of leg room space. Touch screen stereo with navigation. Very nice quality design, good reputation cars.

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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