Where there's room on price
73
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 58 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 10% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2016 Kia Soul Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$7,737
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$2,200$16,588
- Typical market range
- $6,873–$10,889
- Typical asking price
- $7,737
- Original MSRP range
- $21,090–$33,950
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Kia Soul.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$19,403–$20,246
Estimated dealer invoice — about $21,090 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $7,414 | $21,090 | $19,403–$20,246 |
| EV | $8,675 | $33,950 | $31,234–$32,592 |
| ev-e | — | $31,950 | $29,394–$30,672 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$5,291$20,682$36,073
Typical askingBase
$7,414
Base: typical asking price $7,414, original MSRP $21,090, estimated dealer cost $19,403 to $20,246.
EV
$8,675
EV: typical asking price $8,675, original MSRP $33,950, estimated dealer cost $31,234 to $32,592.
ev-e
—
ev-e: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $31,950, estimated dealer cost $29,394 to $30,672.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Kia Soul runs about $8,048 in MT to $9,276 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $561 | $110+ | $8,408 |
| TX | $484 | $332 | $8,553 |
| FL | $464 | $1,074+ | $9,275 |
| NY | $309 | $371 | $8,417 |
| PA | $464 | $587 | $8,788 |
| IL | $484 | $683 | $8,904 |
| OH | $445 | $444 | $8,626 |
| GA | $542 | $637 | $8,916 |
| NC | $232 | $793 | $8,762 |
| WA | $503 | $215+ | $8,455 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $8,262 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
24
MPG city
31
MPG highway
27
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Kia Soul configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Kia Soul.
ENGINE
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 failure.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176.
Campaign 19V120000 · 23/02/2019
STEERING
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.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign.
Campaign 17V608000 · 29/09/2017
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Kia Soul?
Used 2016 Kia Soul listings ask about $7,737 at typical mileage, with most listings between $6,873 and $10,889. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Kia Soul cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $21,090, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $13,353 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Kia Soul?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $8,048 in MT to $9,276 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Kia Soul?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2016 Kia Soul — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Kia Soul.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Kia Soul fair?
Not always. 2016 Kia Soul listings typically ask about $8,540, roughly 10% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $7,737. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Kia Soul?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $19,403–$20,246 — its $21,090 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/31/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.