“I love my Kia Soul! Although I purchased a 2014, it had less than 10k miles and was in excellent condition. Coming from a small hatchback previously, I enjoy the extra space and comfort. Definitely recommend!”
2014 Kia Soul: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Kia Soul is a full redesign and the first year of its second generation. Its headline change is a stiffer, longer, and wider platform that brings more room, a smoother ride, and a quieter cabin.
About the 2014 Kia Soul
2nd gen (2014-2019), first year of the redesign
Kia positioned the Soul as an urban utility vehicle: a small, tall hatchback with standout styling, easy city manners, and more usable space than a typical small car. Its core appeal is the mix of upright seating, a flexible cargo area, playful design, and a cabin that feels roomier than its footprint suggests. Compared with conventional compact hatchbacks, the Soul’s big differentiator is personality without giving up everyday usefulness for commuting, errands, or small-family duty.
The base Soul is the simple, value-focused model, with a 1.6-liter engine, Bluetooth, heated power mirrors, and a split-folding rear seat. The + is the everyday middle trim with the stronger 2.0-liter engine, cruise control, and 17-inch wheels, while the feature-rich ! adds upgraded lighting, a rearview camera, a 10-way power driver’s seat, and 18-inch wheels.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Soul moved to a new, substantially stiffer platform with a longer and wider body. Passenger room increased, the liftgate opening became wider, cargo space became more usable, and revised front and rear suspension helped deliver a smoother, quieter ride.
Powertrain
Both the base model’s 1.6-liter four-cylinder and the + and ! trims’ 2.0-liter four-cylinder were updated for better response at low speeds.
Styling
The exterior was fully redesigned while retaining the Soul’s upright, boxy shape. The cabin gained more soft-touch materials, and the ! trim’s power moonroof changed from standard to optional.
Tech
FlexSteer became standard on every trim, giving the driver multiple steering-effort settings. On the ! trim, the premium audio system changed from standard to optional.
2014 Kia Soul specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 164 hp | 164 hp | 130 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft | 118 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 61.3 cu-ft | 61.3 cu-ft | 61.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| LED Tail Lights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Dual Power Lumbar Support Front Seats | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2014 Kia Soul fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2014 Soul is the first model year of the second generation, with a new body and chassis, more interior room, revised suspension and steering, and a quieter cabin.
How is the 2014 Kia Soul different from the 2013 model?
The 2014 Soul is a major step beyond the 2013 model rather than a minor update. It has a stiffer, longer, and wider structure, more passenger and cargo room, a wider liftgate opening, updated engines, and a smoother, quieter driving experience.
Did the 2014 Kia Soul get new engines?
The existing engine sizes continued, but both were updated for better response at low speeds. The base trim has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder, while the + and ! trims use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
Is the 2014 Kia Soul roomier than the 2013 model?
Yes. The redesigned 2014 Soul has more passenger room, a wider liftgate opening, and improved cargo space and usability. Published cargo capacity for the + and ! trims increased from 53.4 to 61.3 cubic feet between the two years.
What equipment stands out on the 2014 Kia Soul ! trim?
The 2014 Soul ! is the most feature-rich gasoline trim. It has a 2.0-liter engine, projector headlights with LED positioning lights, LED taillights, a rearview camera, a 10-way power driver’s seat, power-folding heated mirrors, and 18-inch wheels; its moonroof and premium audio system are optional rather than standard.
2014 Kia Soul Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Kia Soul.
4.2
2014 Kia Soul
(35 reviews)
“I love driving my Kia Soul. I love the look, comfort, the sound system, and the gas mileage.”
“This vehicle was definitely worth the investment. It has Bluetooth capability and supreme sound. It's comfortable to drive and rides good. It has been a very good car.”