Video Summary
Here is the summary of the video content:- The Kia Soul offers a unique take on the compact crossover.
- With the base 2-liter four-cylinder engine, the Soul feels lively.
- With the 201-horsepower turbocharge engine, the Soul positively hustles.
- The Soul is remarkably roomy.
- The Soul has a large tailgate opening and more cargo space than a Hyundai Venue.
- The Soul offers excellent value.
- All trims but the base LX come standard with a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, navigation, real-time traffic, and a suite of driver assistance technology.
- Over 5 years, depreciation is at 39% and resale value at $13,128.
- Best model years for resale value are 2019, 2020, and 2018.
- Insurance costs around $1600 per year which adds up to over $8,000 after 5 years of ownership.
- Maintenance and repair costs are about $1800 in repairs after 5 years.
- If you need to finance a soul, it will be about $2500 in finance charges after 5 years, assuming a 72-month loan and a 4.75% APR.
- Fuel economy averages at 29 miles per gallon, which will cost just over $6100 in fuel after 5 years or around $1200 a year.
- Five most expensive car parts and problems are: suspension problems, airbag replacement, transmission failure, a dead hybrid battery, and engine failure.
