2021 Kia Soul Trim Levels

After extensive research and careful test drives, you’ve decided to don the signature Kia Tiger Nose front grille during your Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, IN, commutes. Now for the fun part: deciding which of the 2021 Kia Soul trim levels meet your needs best.

The Soul offers six configurations:

While no one trim is better than any other, they each have something unique to offer you.

To help you make this final decision, Andy Mohr Kia created this overview of the 2021 Soul trim levels. If you see one you like, give us a call and we’ll put you behind the wheel to go for a test drive!

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2021 Kia Soul Trim Level: LX

The foundational 2021 Kia Soul trim level is the LX. This is the base-level trim and is equipped with a full array of standard features. For example, it comes with the standard engine, which is a 2.0L 4-cylinder that generates 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque.

On this trim level, this engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission; however, an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) is available as well, depending on your preference.

Inside the cabin, you can utilize your favorite smartphone apps via standard Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatibility. These can be accessed via the 7-inch touchscreen display in the center stack. It also includes a Rear-Camera Display that turns this touchscreen into a live video feed of the area directly behind your Kia vehicle while you’re in reverse.

With this technology, you can have a clearer view of what’s behind you while you’re backing out of a parking space or parallel parking.

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Kia Soul S Trim Level

The next trim level is the Kia Soul S. This configuration comes with the same engine as the LX, but it doesn’t offer up the 6-speed manual transmission. Instead, it comes standard with the intelligent variable automatic transmission that’s designed to adapt its shift points to improve acceleration and give your drives a sportier feel.

It also comes standard with Drive Mode Select. This lets you choose between Normal and Sport modes to get the kind of drive you want.

Many safety technology features come with this Kia Soul trim level, as well. These are part of the Kia DRIVE WISE safety suite, which includes the following features on the S trim:

To give you an idea of what these features do, let’s look at a couple.

The Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) system provides a visual cue when another vehicle enters your side blind spot. This can help you change lanes or merge more safely on busy highways.

Driver Attention Warning (DAW) is another useful system that provides a suggestion to take a break from behind the wheel if it detects erratic patterns that may indicate drowsy or distracted driving.

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GT-Line

The Soul GT-Line ramps the sportiness up a couple extra notches. With its 18-inch alloy wheels, hot stamping type front grille, and sporty front and rear bumpers, everyone will know that you mean business.

The sporty look is completed inside the cabin with a racing-style D-shaped leather steering wheel.

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Kia Soul X-Line

The X-Line, in essence, is all about the sportiness of the drive. It even swaps out the standard 16-inch wheels for 18-inch ones. Plus, you’ll get fog lights to improve visibility during inclement weather and a black radiator grille to really make a statement.

Inside the cabin, you can feel the luxury of the leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter.

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EX Trim Level of the Kia Soul

When you choose the EX trim level of the Kia Soul, you get a full technology upgrade. Not only does it come with the Kia DRIVE WISE suite, but it also replaces the 7-inch center stack display with a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Premium Navigation.

This fully integrated navigation system provides turn-by-turn directions to your destination on a beautiful, expansive touchscreen display. Plus, you’ll have a wireless smartphone charger to help you keep your device charged and ready for action when you are.

Other convenience technologies include heated outside mirrors and front seats. These can help you to easily clean snow off your Kia car in the morning, prevent sideview mirror fogging, and warm up the cabin during winter morning commutes.

You’ll also get the Smart Key with Push-Button Start system. As long as the key fob is in your bag or pocket, you’ll be able to unlock your Kia vehicle simply by grabbing the driver’s or passenger’s-side door handle. Then, to start your Kia car, simply keep your foot on the brake and press the button. No need to go fishing for your key!

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2021 Soul Turbo

The 2021 Kia Soul Turbo includes it all. It even ramps up the power output to 201 horsepower with its 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder engine. This is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission that optimizes responsiveness.

On the outside, you’ll get everything from the GT-Line plus chrome-tipped center exhaust. Inside your cabin, you can enjoy the extra sporty vibe from the exclusive red color pack on your synthetic leather and cloth seat trim.

To bring it all together, the Turbo trim level comes standard with a power sunroof with sunshade. This feature allows plenty of fresh air and sunlight to flood the cabin and really make the red accent stitching pop!

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