2020 Kia Soul fuel efficiency and engine options
When it comes to the Kia Soul and its efficiency, there are a lot of configurations to consider, and we will take a look at all of them as we explore the 2020 Kia Soul fuel efficiency and engine options. Determine which combination is best for you and your needs!
Transmission and engine options of the 2019 Kia Soul
The Kia Soul trim level lineup got a lot larger for 2020 and it now includes six trim levels. That lineup starts with the LX and goes up from there with the S, GT-Line, X-Line, EX, and the top GT-Line Turbo. Don’t be confused by there being two GT-Line trims and them being spaced apart, that’s just how they breakdown in terms of price.
2020 Soul transmission options
For 2020, most of the Soul lineup features an Intelligent Variable Transmission or IVT which produces some insane efficiency. This transmission comes standard on the S, GT-Line, X-Line, and EX and it’s available on the LX. Standard, the LX actually enjoys a 6-speed manual transmission for those that enjoy a greater connection with the road. The top GT-Line Turbo trim gets a sporty 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
2020 Kia Soul exterior color options
2020 Soul engine options
In terms of engines, the top GT-Line Turbo gets a turbo engine, as you probably expected. This 1.6-liter turbo powerplant can produce up to 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The rest of the 2020 Soul lineup gets a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated engine that’s still good for 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. Either way, you get a sporty engine under the hood of a fun and stylish Kia crossover.
2020 Kia Soul available safety features
How efficient is the 2020 Kia Soul?
As you’ve likely learned from above, we have a lot of configurations to consider, but still much of the lineup enjoys the same efficiency. We’ll break it all down for you for each configuration below.
LX*
City MPG: 25
Highway MPG: 31
*With the standard manual transmission
LX, S, GT-Line, X-Line, EX**
City MPG: 25
Highway MPG: 31
**With optional 18-inch wheels
EX***
City MPG: 25
Highway MPG: 31
***With available 17-inch wheels
GT-Line Turbo
City MPG: 27
Highway MPG: 32
