Subcompact Crossover Matchup · Kia Soul (No Longer in Production)
Kia Soul vs Hyundai Venue
Bigger standard horsepower, nearly matching price tags — yet one of these two has already left the factory floor. Here’s the unvarnished comparison.
Let’s be upfront about something first: after a 16-year run, Kia pulled the plug on U.S. Soul production in October 2025. So rather than an apples-to-apples matchup between two current nameplates, what follows is a guide for anyone cross-shopping leftover Soul stock against a Hyundai Venue that’s still rolling off the line. The numbers tell an interesting story — the last Soul generation packed noticeably more standard horsepower for almost the same sticker price as the Venue, while the Venue counters with a manufacturer that’s still building and updating it. Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, your local service destination, breaks down both sides honestly below.
DiscontinuedOct. 2025 — final generation shown
147 hpStandard engine — well ahead of Venue
$20,490Final MSRP* — nearly identical to Venue
10yr/100kPowertrain warranty — matches Venue
GoodIIHS small-overlap rating
10.25″Available touchscreen (S & up)
No Sugarcoating, Just Facts
One Nameplate Retired One Still Rolling
Right out of the gate, this matchup is a little unusual since only one of these two vehicles is still coming off an assembly line. Below, we break down what the numbers actually say, plus what it genuinely means for a Pine Belt buyer when a production run ends.
Straight Talk
EndedOctober 2025
No 2026 or later Soul exists
Sixteen years after it first hit showrooms, the Soul’s assembly line went dark for good. Everything below measures that final generation against the still-in-production Venue, aimed squarely at shoppers eyeing whatever Soul inventory is left — not a head-to-head of two current models.
Standard Power
147 hpSoul standard engine
vs 121 hp on the Venue — a real Soul edge
Compare engines and the Soul’s 2.0L simply has more muscle than the Venue’s smaller 1.6L — a genuine spec-sheet win, provided a Soul is still sitting on the lot to buy.
Price
Nearly Even$20,490 vs $20,550
A $60 difference — not meaningful either way
Look at base-trim window stickers and just $60 separates them — pricing alone isn’t going to decide this one for you.
Venue’s Real Advantage
Currentproduction, ongoing support
The Soul’s production run has ended
Year after year, Hyundai continues building and refreshing the Venue. If you’re thinking long-term ownership, that continuity matters a lot.
The Last Soul Trims Available
Every Trim From the Final Generation
The Soul wrapped up its run with four distinct trims. Check with a Dean McCrary product specialist to see what’s still available before it’s gone for good.
Sticker Price & Trim Breakdown
Closing-Generation Trims & Final MSRP
These two land within pennies of each other on price. The final Soul generation’s advantage is under-the-hood power, while the Venue’s counterpunch is simply that it’s still being built.
Configuration
Kia SoulFinal Gen. (Discontinued)
Hyundai Venue2026
Starting MSRP*
$20,490
$20,550 (SE) — nearly identical
Trim Range
LX, S, GT-Line, EX (4)
SE, SEL, SEL 2-Tone Roof (2-3)
Standard Horsepower
147 hp+26 hp
121 hp
Standard Touchscreen
8″ base / 10.25″ on S & up
8″, every trim
Drivetrain
FWD only
FWD only
Production Status
Discontinued Oct. 2025
Current productionVenue Leads
Engine Output & Fuel Economy
A Genuine Horsepower Gap Favoring the Soul
Open the hood on each and the final-generation Soul simply produces more standard power than the Venue. The Venue answers back with a slight fuel-economy edge and, more importantly, a production line that hasn’t stopped.
Kia Soul (Final Gen.)
1 Powertrain, FWD Only
- 2.0L Nu MPi — 147 hp, IVT (CVT-style)
- Up to 30-31 mpg combined
- FWD only
- No hybrid or turbo variant in the final generation
Hyundai Venue
1 Powertrain, FWD Only
- 1.6L I4 — 121 hp / 113 lb-ft, CVT
- 31 mpg combined, every trim
- FWD only — no AWD offered
Powertrain Spec
Kia Soul
Hyundai Venue
Horsepower
147 hp+26 hp
121 hp
Best EPA Combined MPG
30-31 mpg
31 mpg — essentially tied
Powertrain Warranty
10yr/100,000 mi
10yr/100,000 mi — matching term
Starting MSRP*
$20,490
$20,550 — nearly identical
Ownership Realities & What Discontinuation Means
Reading Between the Lines on Discontinuation
Set the spec sheet aside for a moment; the real deciding factor is that one of these vehicles is being built today, and the other already stopped.
Peace of Mind
Matchingfactory warranty terms
Both 10yr/100k powertrain, 5yr/60k basic
At the factory level, Kia and Hyundai cover both vehicles identically — 10 years/100,000 miles on the powertrain and 5 years/60,000 miles basic. On warranty, call it a genuine tie.
Power, If Available
+26 hpSoul over Venue
A real number, on remaining inventory only
No caveat needed here — the Soul’s power advantage is genuine. The only hurdle is availability, since inventory varies from lot to lot.
Ongoing Support, Honestly
Currentproduction, Venue
The Soul has none, going forward
Hyundai shows every sign of continuing to build and improve the Venue for years ahead, while the Soul’s line has fallen silent already — something to factor in if you’re planning to keep the vehicle long-term.
Tech Features & Safety Ratings
A Value-Driven Legacy Against a Current Budget Contender
Power favored the final-generation Soul in a meaningful way. The Venue’s counter is straightforward: it’s still in production and costs almost exactly the same to start.
Kia Soul (Final Gen.)
147 hp comes standard, a clear step above the Venue’s 121 hp
10.25″ touchscreen offered starting on the S trim
Standard driver-assist tech through the Kia Drive Wise suite
Earned an IIHS Good rating in small-overlap front testing (a limited test set)
Production ended in October 2025, so no further updates are coming
AWD was never offered on any Soul generation
Hyundai Venue
Every trim comes with an 8″ touchscreen standard
Standard safety tech via the Hyundai SmartSense suite
Still in active production, with continuing manufacturer backing
Starting price lands almost exactly where the last Soul did
Standard output trails at 121 hp
Also skips AWD entirely, matching the Soul
Outside Recognition
A Storied Nameplate Meets a Current Value Pick
Skipping the marketing spin, here’s exactly where each model stands with independent reviewers.
IIHS
Good Rating, Small Overlap Front
IIHS testing on the final-generation Soul, conducted before the line shut down, returned Good marks in the categories it evaluated.
Cult Following
16 Years of Distinctive Design
Across sixteen years, the Soul’s boxy look and everyday practicality built a loyal fan base — a legacy we’re happy to acknowledge here without exaggerating it.
Kia Factory Warranty
5-Year/60,000-Mile Limited
New Souls remaining in stock carry Kia’s 5-year/60,000-mile limited warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance — solid factory peace of mind.
Venue’s Real Edge
Ongoing Production & Support
Today, the Venue ranks among the most budget-friendly new SUVs sold in the U.S., backed by ongoing manufacturer updates and parts availability that the now-discontinued Soul can’t match.
Thinking About a Soul? Let’s Explore Your Options.
Reach out to a product specialist about remaining Soul inventory, or browse our current Kia lineup — models like the Seltos carry forward that same value and versatility the Soul was known for.
Frequently Asked Soul vs Venue Questions
Is the Kia Soul better than the Hyundai Venue?⌄
In terms of raw standard horsepower, yes — the final Soul generation’s 147 hp beats the Venue’s 121 hp by a meaningful margin. That said, here’s the important context: Kia stopped building the Soul after the 2025 model year, so this only applies to whatever inventory remains. Since the Venue remains in active production and its price sits close to the Soul’s final MSRP, it’s the safer pick if you want a nameplate Hyundai will continue supporting and refreshing. But purely on standard power for the Soul units still available, the Soul wins.
Is the Kia Soul discontinued?⌄
That’s correct — after 16 years on sale, Kia wrapped up U.S. Soul production in October 2025, and no 2026-or-newer Soul exists. What you’re reading here matches that last Soul generation against today’s Hyundai Venue, intended for buyers looking at whatever Soul stock remains. Check with your Dean McCrary product specialist for what’s currently available.
How do the Soul and Venue compare on price?⌄
Very close, actually. Starting prices land at $20,490 for the Soul’s final model year against $20,550 for the Venue — a mere $60 gap, with the Soul the slightly cheaper of the two. Realistically, price won’t be the deciding factor between them.
What is the warranty difference between the Soul and Venue?⌄
Not much of one. As corporate siblings, Kia and Hyundai back both models with the same coverage: a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty. On warranty, the two are effectively tied — that’s Kia’s strong factory protection on any new Soul at Dean McCrary Kia.
What does the Hyundai Venue do better than the Kia Soul?⌄
The big one: unlike the Soul, whose production run stopped in October 2025, the Venue is still being actively built with continued manufacturer support and updates. So if what matters most to you is long-term parts availability and ongoing updates, the Venue comes out ahead.
Where can I ask about remaining Soul inventory near Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
You can find us at Dean McCrary Kia, 7124 US Hwy 98 in Hattiesburg — right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all meet — serving drivers throughout Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, including Petal, Oak Grove, and Purvis. Reach out to a product specialist about current Soul availability, or browse our complete new Kia lineup.
Soul vs Venue · Serving the Pine Belt
In the Market for a Subcompact Crossover in Hattiesburg?
Our dealership sits right at the crossing point of I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 — Hattiesburg earned its Hub City nickname honestly, and we serve drivers across Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, from Petal all the way to Purvis. Weighing a Soul against the Venue? Here’s how to get the complete story.
- Ask about remaining Soul inventory or explore the current Kia lineup
- A fair number on your trade — value your current vehicle in minutes
- Upfront pricing and Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on any new Soul in stock
- Kia-certified service and genuine parts for existing Soul owners
Dean McCrary Kia
Address7124 US Hwy 98, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Sales(601) 544-4007
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Sources & Verification
This page compares the final-generation, 2025-model-year Kia Soul — pulled from U.S. production in October 2025 — with the current 2026 Hyundai Venue. Pricing and specifications were sourced from manufacturer materials, Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, and IIHS.org and are current as of the publish date. All MSRP figures are base prices, excluding destination charges, taxes, title, and dealer fees. Since one vehicle here is out of production, use this as a reference for shoppers looking at leftover inventory rather than a guarantee of new-model availability, and contact Dean McCrary Kia to confirm what Soul stock remains on hand. Horsepower, torque, and fuel-economy numbers originate from manufacturer or independent sources, may vary by conditions, and actual results can differ.
Hyundai Motor Company holds the trademarks for Hyundai, Venue, and SmartSense. Mentions of Kia and Soul appear here solely to enable an accurate, descriptive comparison. The viewpoints on this page belong to the dealer and are provided for general informational purposes only; pricing and offers are subject to change, so contact Dean McCrary Kia directly for up-to-date figures.
Comparing the Kia Soul and Hyundai Venue — Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, MS
As of October 2025, Kia has discontinued U.S. Soul production, which makes an honest comparison to the currently-produced 2026 Hyundai Venue especially useful for shoppers. Standard horsepower clearly favors the final Soul generation, 147 hp against the Venue's 121 hp, even though starting prices sit nearly even at $20,490 and $20,550 respectively. Factory warranty coverage matches between the two brands at 10 years/100,000 miles on the powertrain and 5 years/60,000 miles on basic coverage. Where the Venue genuinely pulls ahead is continued production and manufacturer backing, advantages the now-discontinued Soul can no longer claim. Consider this resource useful specifically for buyers evaluating remaining Soul stock. Located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi — where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 converge in the Pine Belt region — Dean McCrary Kia serves Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, including the communities of Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and Columbia.