Sell your 2016 Kia Soul for cash

The 2016 Kia Soul is a wagon that came with a choice of 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl and Electric engines. At 10 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2016 Kia Soul at a glance

Body styleSmall Station Wagons
Engines1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, Electric
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6), Manual 6-spd, Automatic (A1)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Electricity
Fuel economy24–120 city / 30–92 highway / 26–105 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$700–$2,600 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂335–338 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score6–10 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score6–10 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)2,853 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating3,902 lb
Versions tested by EPA5 configurations: Soul ECO dynamics, Soul, Soul Electric
Age10 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 10 years old, a 2016 Soul is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2016 Soul weighed 2,853 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Soul. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 86,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2016 Kia Soul recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2016 Kia Soul. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

EngineFeb 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V120000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine's pistons and possible piston connecting rod…

Risk: Piston damage may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A broken connecting rod may puncture the engine block allowing engine oil to escape. The leaking oil may contact the exhaust, increasing the risk of a fire.

SteeringSep 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V608000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles. The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear assembly.

Risk: If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2016 Soul problems

Owners have filed 816 complaints about the 2016 Kia Soul with NHTSA. 28 reports involved a crash and 35 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 25 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine561
  • Unknown or Other123
  • Fuel/Propulsion System84
  • Engine and Engine Cooling66
  • Power Train61
  • Electrical System54

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine86,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other75,000 mi
  • Fuel/Propulsion System75,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling100,000 mi
  • Power Train76,000 mi
  • Electrical System60,000 mi

2016 Kia Soul crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 Kia Soul.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Suv, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆14.7%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2016 Kia Soul service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 132 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2016 Kia Soul. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Engine and Engine Cooling34
  • Electrical System18
  • Electrical System9
  • Engine8
  • Equipment7
  • Power Train7

Recent bulletins

  • Service campaignAug 2026 · SC334_OWNR_201

    VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC334 Flight 201) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campai

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2026 · CS2311_TSB_R4

    Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: theft deterrent ignition: cylinder protector & decal installation (cs2311) - this bulletin has been revised to include

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · SC176Y_TSB_R1

    Technical service bulletin: subsequent repair action: catalytic converter replacement and engine inspection/replacement (sc176y) - this bulletin has been revised to inclu

  • OtherFeb 2026 · PI2002B_OWNR_701

    PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (PI2002B FL701) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campa

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2016 Kia Soul.

EngineEA21003 · opened Dec 2021, closed Feb 2024Led to recall 23V877

Engine Fires

On March 29, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened two Preliminary Evaluations (PE19-003 on Hyundai and PE19-004 on Kia) to broadly investigate incidents of non-crash fires (regardless of origin or operational status of the vehicle) on various model year Hyundai and Kia vehicles. During the PE investig

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Selling a 2016 Soul: questions

How much is a 2016 Kia Soul worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2016 Soul that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2016 Souls that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2016 Soul with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Kia Soul; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2016 Soul?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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