How much does the brand-new Kia Soul cost in US?
The official 2023 Kia Soul pricing configurator has been put online at the Kia Motors US website, so you can now build yourself your very own version of the popular boxy car.
But, before you head over to the official Kia website, have a quick look at the latest details and facts in regards to the 2023 Soul pricing and trim levels.
There have been some major changes done to the 2023 Kia Soul! Those include some new styling tweaks, revised engine line-up and a couple of trim levels – Turbo and X-Line – being removed.
No matter the changes, the Soul boxy car is expected to remain a popular choice among consumers in US, and many of you are probably wondering what it costs to own one.
Let’s take a closer look at the US-specs 2023 Kia Soul pricing.
2023 Kia Soul MSRP
| Trim level | Engine / hp | Gearbox | MSRP |
| LX | 2.0L MPI / 147 hp | IVT automatic | $19,790 |
| S | 2.0L MPI / 147 hp | IVT automatic | $22,290 |
| GT-Line | 2.0L MPI / 147 hp | IVT automatic | $23,390 |
| EX | 2.0L MPI / 147 hp | IVT automatic | $24,090 |
Kia Soul 2023 trim level highlights & features
The 2023 Kia Soul LX serves as the base model and comes with a starting price of $19.790. This represents a $500 increase over the outgoing model.
Next up is the 2023 Kia Soul S trim level, which costs $22,290.
Moving further up the range, we have the 2023 Soul GT-Line priced at $23.390.
Sitting at the top of the Soul model range is the 2023 Kia Soul EX with MSRP of $24,090.
Price of the 2023 Kia Soul LX: $19.790
- 2.0L 4-cylinder Engine w/ 147 hp & 132 lb.-ft. of torque
- Intelligent variable automatic transmission
- 16-inch steel wheels
- Rear privacy glass
- 8-inch touchscreen display
- Rear-view monitor
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Remote keyless entry with vehicle immobilizer
- 60/40 split folding rear seat
- Dual level cargo board
Price of the 2023 Kia Soul S: 22.290
- Dual-zone auto climate control
- 10.25-inch touchscreen display with navigation system
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Kia Connect and SiriusXM
- Satellite radio
- Rear-view monitor
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Smart key with/ push-button start
- Wireless phone charger
- Power driver’s seat with power lumbar support
Price of the 2023 Kia Soul GT-Line: $23.390
- Sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- GT-Line body styling
- Flat-bottom steering wheel
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel & gearshift knob
- Dual-zone auto climate control
- 10.25-inch touchscreen display with navigation
- Kia Connect and SiriusXM satellite radio
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Rear-view monitor
- Smart Key with push-button start
- Wireless phone charger
- Cloth and SynTex seat trim
Price of the 2023 Kia Soul EX: $24.090
- Power sunroof
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone auto climate control
- Heated side view mirrors
- 10.25-inch touchscreen display with navigation
- Kia Connect and SiriusXM satellite radio
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Smart key with push-button start
- Wireless phone charger
- Power driver’s seat with power lumbar support
- Premium Tricot cloth seat trim with heated front seats
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel & gearshift knob
- Cargo cover
New Kia Soul optional packages
- LX Technology Package cost: $500
- GT-Line Technology Package cost: $2.400
If you are looking to add more to your Kia Soul of choice, there are a couple of new optional packages available for the LX and GT-Line trim levels.
The LX Technology Package will set you back an additional $500 and comes with rear-cross traffic alert, blind spot collision warning system, and 16-incj alloy wheels.
The GT-Line Technology Package will add an additional $2,400 to the starting price, but it comes with some great goodies.
Those include forward automatic emergency braking with cyclist detection and junction-turning capability, and navigation-based adaptive cruise control, and a premium Harman Kardon audio system.
LED headlights & taillights, heated front seats, high-gloss cabin trim, and a power driver seat are among the other upgrades.
2023 Soul features updated design & new color options
As mentioned earlier, there are some new styling tweaks on the 2023 model, with changes made to the lights, rear fascia, and front bumper. There are also new 17- and 18-inch wheels to help spruce things up.
There are also a pair of new two-tone color options to choose from. Those are Surf Blue with a black roof, and Clear White with a black roof. These are available on the S trim level only for an additional $345.
When will Kia release the Soul facelift in US?
The carmaker announced that the new model year Soul would hit showrooms sometime in the summer, which appears to be true, as some Kia dealerships in US are already saying that they have 2023 models in stock.
Conclusion
Yes, the price may have increased a little across the board, but the refreshed Kia Soul is still a great vehicle for those looking for a great new vehicle on a budget.
Even if you go with the base model, you are still getting a ton of features for the money, and all for much less than what the competition is offering. The truth is, you really cannot go wrong with any model in the 2023 Kia Soul lineup. (Source: Kia.com)
The X Line is my favorite. I’m glad to see it isnt the most expensive.