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Aug 8, 2020

The 2020 Kia Soul has a lot of good qualities. High safety and reliability ratings, lots of space, a nice interior, and user-friendly technology all make it one of the most popular cars on the market. But how long will it last? We will answer this and several more of the tops consumer questions about the new Kia Soul.Car Dashboard

Six Top Questions Answered

1. How Many Miles Does a 2020 Kia Soul Last?

A Kia Soul, like many other cars on the market, will have a lifespan of around 200,000 miles. Some consumers have reported their Kia Soul lasting 250,000-270,000 miles.

2. What Engine Comes Standard?

The standard engine in a Kia Soul is now a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, delivering 147 horsepower to the front wheels. It is available with either six-speed manual or automatic transmission and provides more than enough power for everyday use.

3. Is There Enough Cargo Space?

While the 2020 model has not updated the proportions of the interior that much, the new trunk has 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space and that’s with the seatbacks in place. There are also convenient cubbies in the dashboard as well as extra space in the door panels. That’s a 25% increase from the previous Kia Soul.

4. What Features Are Available?

The new model offers a long list of safety features. This includes automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. It also comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. The 7-inch touchscreen comes standard, and a 10.25-inch screen comes standard on the EX and GT-line turbo models. The menu screens are clear to understand and easy to navigate.

Also, if you were worried about the new model not having a light show, don’t be! The 2020 Soul still has the fun, adjustable light show that pulses along to the beat of the music being played. Also available is a 640 watt, 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system if you’re interested in adding some heavy bass to the dance party.

5. Does It Get Good Gas Mileage?

The short answer is yes. You don’t need the electric model to feel good about your gas mileage. The Kia Soul boasts a stout 27 MPG in the city, 33 MPG on the highway, and 30 MPG combined. The turbo variant delivers great numbers as well, coming in at 27 MPG in the city, 32 MPG on the highway, and 29 MPG combined.

6. How Many People Does the Soul Seat?

This Kia seats five people. The seats are comfortable and provide a good level of support. There Is plenty of head and legroom regardless of where you’re seated, and the driver can enjoy a commanding view of the road thanks to the high seating position in the Kia Soul.

It also comes with two complete sets of LATCH car-seat connectors on the rear outboard seats, as well as an upper tether on the rear middle seat. This set up received the second-highest rating for ease of use from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Once you’ve taken in all of this information and made the decision that a new Kia Soul is right for you, you’ll need to find a place to purchase it. Head into DARCARS Lanham Kia to find the model that is best for you.