Strengths
- Even bolder styling
- Soul EV optional
- Roomier cabin
Weaknesses
- Soul EV 27 kWh modest range
- GDi engines unchanged
- Body roll still noticeable
Notable tech
- PS platform
- Soul EV (27 kWh, ~80 mile range) option
- Quick charge 50 kW DC
Common issues
- GDi oil consumption
- 6AT shift delays
- EV battery degradation
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk2's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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1.6 GDi petrol
BHP130
Torque160 Nm
0–6011.0 s
Top113 mph
MPG (US)33 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 6AT
1.6 CRDi diesel
BHP134
Torque300 Nm
0–6010.8 s
Top116 mph
MPG (US)48 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 7DCT
Soul EV 27 kWh
BHP109
Torque285 Nm
0–6011.2 s
Top90 mph
Range~80 mi WLTP
Charging50 kW DC
DriveFWD
Gearbox1-speed
Soul EV 30 kWh (2018)
BHP109
Torque285 Nm
0–6011.2 s
Top90 mph
Range~120 mi WLTP
Charging50 kW DC
DriveFWD
Gearbox1-speed