Kia Soul NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Kia Soul an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2025):
NHTSA rates the Kia Soul at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Kia Soul Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Soul SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 28 |
| 2023 | 2023 Kia Soul SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 48 |
| 2022 | 2022 Kia Soul SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 88 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Kia Soul Safety FAQ
Is the Kia Soul a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Kia Soul an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Kia Soul?
The Kia Soul scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 14.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Kia Soul have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Kia Soul as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.