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2010-2013 Kia Soul MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 25–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2013. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2010-2013 Kia Soul at a glance
The 2010-2013 Kia Soul covers 4 model years in the EPA database (20 configurations in all), rated 25–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2013, costs about $2,330 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD (28 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
2010-2013 Kia Soul by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,500 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,510 | First year |
What the 2013 Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$194
$2,330 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.88
Per 100 miles
$15.53
Five years
$11,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$400less a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2013
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Kia Soul MPG
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eco 1.6L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Eco 2.0L 4-cyl | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,610 |
2012 Kia Soul MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,610/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eco 1.6L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Eco 2.0L 4-cyl | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,610 |
2011 Kia Soul MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,500/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,380 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,490 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,500 |
2010 Kia Soul MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,510/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Soul 1.6L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Soul 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD: $3,170 in California and $2,040 in Texas, a $1,130 difference.
- California $3,170
- Washington $2,940
- New York $2,330
- Florida $2,200
- Texas $2,040
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2013 wagon models.
Generations
- 2010-2013 (AM)
- 2014-2019 (PS)
- 2020-2025 (SK3)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2010-2013 Kia Soul get?
EPA rates the 2010-2013 Kia Soul at 25–28 MPG combined across 20 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 28 MPG (26 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2013 Kia Soul?
Every model year of the 2010-2013 Kia Soul tops out at 28 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2013 Kia Soul?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Kia Soul per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $2,330–$2,610 a year. That is a $280 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2013 Kia Soul 100 miles?
About $15.53 per 100 miles for the Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.53 and $17.40 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2013 Kia Soul more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD is rated 26 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2013 Kia Soul compare with other wagon configurations?
The Eco 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year to fuel, $400 less than the class median of $2,730, and less than 7 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 39 rated wagon configurations for MY2013, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2013 Kia Soul different from the 2012 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2013 against 6 configurations for 2012. See the 2012 Kia Soul for that year.