Used 2016 KIA Soul
- Price: $13,295
- Mileage: 116,497 miles
- Location: Columbus, OH
- VIN: KNDJN2A21G7820283
Used 2016 KIA Soul for sale in Columbus, OH — $13,295, 116,497 miles. The Soul's tall, boxy shape gives easy entry, an upright driving position and a lot of cargo space for a small, affordable car. Buy Here Pay Here financing available. See photos and details, and get pre-approved online.
About the 2016 KIA Soul
2016 KIA Soul at a glance
The 2016 Soul is largely unchanged: a 130-hp 1.6L GDI (manual or automatic) or 164-hp 2.0L GDI (automatic) in Base, Plus and Exclaim trims. It is the last year before the 2017 update brought a turbo and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. 1.6L cars are in the catalytic-converter engine recall, so check by VIN.
- Engines: 1.6 liter direct injection I4 130 hp 118 lb ft; 2.0 liter direct injection I4 164 hp 151 lb ft
- Transmissions: 6 speed manual base 1.6 liter only; 6 speed automatic
- Drivetrain: Front wheel drive
- Body style: 5 door hatchback crossover
What changed:
- Largely carryover
- Last year before turbo and smartphone mirroring
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Engine recall and knock sensor software status; Engine knock or oil consumption check; 1.6 liter direct injection catalytic converter recall status; Steering pinion plug recall status; Exact engine and transmission by VIN; Oil level and oil change history; Tire and brake condition; Suspension noises over bumps; Air conditioning operation; Infotainment and phone connectivity.
Known issues to check on a 2016 KIA Soul
- 1.6L GDI Catalytic Converter and Piston Damage Recall (19V120) (2012–2016)
Certain 2012-2016 Souls with the 1.6L GDI engine were recalled (NHTSA 19V120, Kia SC176) because high exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, leading to abnormal combustion, piston damage and possible connecting-rod failure. Dealers update the engine computer's catalyst-overheat protection and replace the converter or engine if damaged.
What to do: Confirm the SC176 software update (and any converter or engine work) is complete. - Steering Gear Pinion Plug Recall (17V608) (2014–2016)
Certain 2014-2016 Souls (including the Soul EV) were recalled because a pinion plug could allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear, risking loss of steering.
What to do: Confirm the steering recall repair by VIN. - Engine and Transmission Resolution Across Generations (2011–2025)
Soul engines changed often: 1.6L and 2.0L (2011), new 138-hp 1.6L GDI and 164-hp 2.0L with 6-speeds (2012-2013), 130-hp 1.6L GDI and 164-hp 2.0L GDI (2014-2019), a 201-hp turbo (2017-2022), and the 147-hp 2.0L with IVT (2020-2025). Recalls and running costs depend on the exact engine, so resolve it by VIN.
What to do: Confirm engine and transmission before comparing prices.
Recall applicability varies by model year, production date, engine and VIN. Check the VIN for open recalls and completed remedies, including engine campaigns and knock-sensor software updates where they apply.