2012 Kia Soul

1.6L I4 138 hp 123ft. lbs. engine with 6-Speed Manual transmission Best in class for: front seat head room, front seat hip room, front seat leg room, standard horsepower, standard torque, starting price, combined fuel economy, green score, cargo room, roominess, rear seat head room, rear seat hip room 17 Awards Top Safety Pick - Small Cars 10 Coolest Cars Under 5k Family Car of the Year: Nominee Top 10 Coupes and Compact Cars Shoppers Choice Award: Finalist Best Hatchbacks Consumers' Favorites: Economy Cars Initial Quality Study (IQS): Highest Ranked Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study: Highest Ranked in Segment Top 10 Least Expensive Hatchbacks and Wagons Best Vehicles By Class: Small Wagons 10 Best Back-to-School Cars Best Bet: Passenger Cars 5-Year Cost to Own: Best Brand 5-Year Cost to Own: Best Compact Car Best Retained Value: Honorable Mention Top Recommended Wagons