“Power lift gate would be nice. GPS is horrible, does not mention state road or county road (112 or 83) but names of road which they are not widely known by. Takes a long time to recalculate but insists on making u turns.”
2015 Kia Soul: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Kia Soul is a carryover year with no major changes. It largely repeats the fully redesigned 2014 model, with only minor package and color updates.
About the 2015 Kia Soul
2nd generation Soul, second model year after the 2014 redesign.
Kia positions the 2015 Soul as an urban hatchback with standout style, a roomy cabin, and small-crossover usefulness in a city-friendly footprint. The appeal is not just its boxy shape; Kia also leans on passenger space, flexible cargo room, easy-to-use technology, and a cabin that feels nicer than many small cars at the time. For most buyers, the Soul is the choice when practicality matters but a plain subcompact does not.
The base Soul is the simple entry model, with a 1.6-liter engine, Bluetooth, and a split-folding rear seat. The + adds a stronger 2.0-liter engine and more everyday conveniences, while the ! gives the Soul a dressier look with 18-inch wheels, upgraded lighting, a rearview camera, and a power driver’s seat.
2015 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 | Auto, 6-Spd Sportmatic | Auto, 6-Spd Sportmatic | Auto, 6-Spd Sportmatic |
| 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 | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| 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
What changed on the 2015 Kia Soul compared with the 2014 model?
No major product changes were made for 2015. The Soul carried over the engines, body structure, main styling, safety hardware, and core technology introduced with the 2014 redesign; updates were limited to minor packages and colors.
Was the 2015 Kia Soul redesigned?
No, the 2015 Kia Soul was not redesigned. It was the second model year of the second-generation Soul, which had been fully redesigned for 2014.
Did the 2015 Kia Soul get a new engine?
No, the 2015 Soul kept the previous year’s engines. The base trim used a 1.6-liter four-cylinder, while the + and ! trims used a 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
Did the 2015 Kia Soul add new safety or technology features?
No lineup-wide safety or technology features were added for 2015. The standard safety hardware and core technology carried over from 2014, though equipment still differed by trim and package.
How do the 2015 Kia Soul trims differ?
The base trim has the 1.6-liter engine and simpler equipment, the + adds a 2.0-liter engine and more convenience features, and the ! pairs the 2.0-liter engine with dressier details such as 18-inch wheels, upgraded lighting, a rearview camera, and a power driver’s seat.
2015 Kia Soul Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Kia Soul.
4.3
2015 Kia Soul
(313 reviews)
“I previously had a Kia Rio. It came standard with heated mirrors. I miss this in my soul.”
“Solid well built vehicle! Quality feel to interior surfaces, excellent ride and handling, cool dash lights!”