Model year guide

2017 Kia Soul

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Kia Soul is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 35 on record.

2017 Kia Soul — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Kia Soul at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints268
Combined27 mpg
Typical price$13,260

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Kia Soul recalls 1

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #22V031000 · 25/01/2022

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Kia Soul common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2017 Kia Soul MPG & running costs

Combined27 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,275

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Kia Soul worth?

Low
$10,900
Typical price
$13,260
High
$16,580

From 21 comparable 2017 Kia Soul listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Kia Soul costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,650
Total$15,025
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($13,260) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,596), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Kia Soul trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Plus · Exclaim · EV+, EV+ with pano roof
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 130 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 161 hp · 1.6L 4-cyl 201 hp

2017 Kia Soul vehicles on record

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Other Kia Soul model years

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2017 Kia Soul — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Kia Soul have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Kia Soul. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Kia Soul?

Based on 268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Kia Soul get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Kia Soul at about 27 mpg combined (25 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2017 Kia Soul worth?

Comparable 2017 Kia Soul listings run roughly $10,900–$16,580, typically around $13,260 (from 21 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.