Kia Soul EX performance summary
The 2026 Kia Soul EX makes 147 hp and 179 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 9.5s, about 8.9s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.99s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 19% of the cars in our database, with more power than 19% of them and a higher top speed than 27%. That works out to roughly 150 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Soul EX ranks against 1,484 cars
Kia Soul EX vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Soul EX | 147 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
| Kia Soul EX Designer Edition | 147 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
| Kia Soul S | 147 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
| Kia Soul GT Designer Edition | 147 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
| Volkswagen Polo | 140 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
| Mazda 626 | 140 | 9.5s | 190 km/h | 16.99s |
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Kia Soul EX FAQ
What is the Kia Soul EX 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Soul EX does 0-60 mph in about 8.9s, based on its 9.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Soul EX?
The listed top speed is 118 mph, or 190 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Soul EX have?
The Kia Soul EX is listed at 147 hp with 179 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Soul EX quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Soul EX quarter-mile at 16.99s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Soul EX?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Soul EX Designer Edition, Kia Soul S, Kia Soul GT Designer Edition.