I bought this car new and have almost 20,000 miles on it. It has held up exceptionally well with regard to quality. It has above average power with the 2.0 Liter engine. I never feel under-powered and the transmission shifts smoothly. I have had no problems at all with anything going wrong or breaking including the electrical systems. The paint is top notch and still looks like brand new. There are a few things that I don't like though. The gas tank is small at about 12.5 Gallons. The drivers seat is uncomfortable after two or three hours of driving. The suspension can be harsh on rough roads. Fuel economy could be better as I average 23 MPG in city driving. Highway MPG is about 30. I like how roomy it is for such a small car. I can get my wheelchair in and out of the back hatch easily.

I just love this little car! It looks so cute. It rides great. There is so much cargo space. The back seats fold nicely to reveal a large area - and there is lots of space even with the seats up! The car is very quiet on highways and city streets. I have never had an issue seeing out of my car. It sits up higher like an SUV, without the cost. I've never had it in the shop. The gas mileage is great, and it's cheap to fill up too. It never has needed any repairs, just the usual oil change. It's so fun to drive - it was my first car. It brakes wonderfully, and handles corners well. It can haul, but I'm not one to speed - so I have not tested it fully in that area! I always feel safe and in control when driving my wonderful Kia Soul! I would buy another in a heartbeat! In fact, I think my next car will also be a Kia Soul, if they are still made in a few years. This car does everything I need, and then some. Amazing car.. Simply amazing!