Kia Soul vs. Nissan Kicks
In comparing the Kia Soul's and the Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Kicks has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Soul's and the Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the Kia Soul is a better car than the Nissan Kicks.
Kia Soul vs. Nissan Kicks Pricing
A used 2024 Kia Soul ranges from $21,360 to $27,750 while a used 2024 Nissan Kicks is priced between $22,795 to $27,130. For a new model, the Kia Soul's price is between $21,389 and $28,001, with the Nissan Kicks priced between $22,451 and $27,717.
Kia Soul vs. Nissan Kicks Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Kicks loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Kia Soul retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Kicks.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Soul’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Nissan Kicks base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 472 miles. The Kicks is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles.This gives the Nissan Kicks the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Soul, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Kicks, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Soul has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Kicks, with an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
21389 - 28001
Used Asking Price:
21360 - 27750
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.359082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22451 - 27717
Used Asking Price:
22795 - 27130
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.444392
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.093333 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Nissan Kicks Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Soul Rankings
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5 out of / 5Nissan Kicks Rankings
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3 out of / 58Ranking
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65 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S
Nissan Kicks Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.14 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 472 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 36 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 389 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
24.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
121.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
25.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
118.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63 inches
Length:
165.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2629 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
63.3 inches
Length:
169.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16