Kia Soul MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Kia Soul MPG for every model year from 2010 to 2025.
Soul MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 67 configurations of the Soul across gas and electric versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soul Eco dynamics | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 29 | 35 | 31 | View |
| Soul | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 27 | 33 | 30 | View |
Electric and hydrogen versions are rated in MPGe, so compare them with each other rather than with the MPG figures.
Soul MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Soul configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, so they're left out of the chart and listed in the table instead.
Years When Soul Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Soul.
- 2015: An electric Soul joins the lineup at 105 MPGe combined, with up to 93 miles of EPA range.
- 2020: The top combined rating rises to 31 MPG, up from 28 MPG the year before.
How the Soul Compares
The EPA rated 12 small wagons for 2025. The best Soul version, at 31 MPG combined, ranks 2nd of 12. Combined ratings in the class run from 21 to 38 MPG, with a median of 28. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Crown Signia | 38 MPG |
| 2 | Kia Soul | 31 MPG |
| 3 | Buick Envista | 30 MPG |
| 3 | Chevrolet Trax | 30 MPG |
| 3 | Subaru Impreza | 30 MPG |
What Does a Soul Cost to Fuel or Charge?
Pick a Soul, then enter your gas price (or electricity rate for an electric version) and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Soul MPG Questions
Which Soul year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2020 to 2025 Soul Eco dynamics holds the top EPA rating at 31 MPG combined (29 city, 35 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Soul?
Yes. The 2025 Soul lineup includes 2 gas-only versions, rated 30 to 31 MPG combined.
How efficient is the electric Soul?
The most efficient 2020 Soul Electric is rated at 114 MPGe combined, which works out to 29.2 kWh per 100 miles. Its EPA range is 243 miles.
Why doesn't my Soul match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 67 ratings for the Kia Soul from 2010 to 2025. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, the EPA's miles-per-gallon equivalent, and the table also shows their official range. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas or electricity price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov