The 2021 Kia Soul Safety Rating

There’s plenty of space to drive your family around San Jose in the new Kia Soul crossover SUV. This model also delivers good fuel efficiency and a range of advanced Kia Soul safety features. You can also be sure that the 2021 Kia Soul is safe according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) high Kia Soul safety ratings. Let’s take a closer look at the Kia Soul safety ratings below!

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

The IIHS named the Kia Soul a Top Safety Pick after experts tested the vehicle’s many components and saw how each holds up in the event of a collision or accident. You’ll be able to have peace of mind while getting around San Jose in a Soul, just check these great Kia safety ratings:

Crashworthiness

• Small overlap front Driver Side: Good
• Small overlap front Passengers Side: Good
• Moderate overlap front: Good
• Side: Good
• Roof strength: Good
• Head restraints and seats: Good

Crash Avoidance and Mitigation

• Front crash prevention Vehicle-to-vehicle: Superior (with optional equipment)
• Front crash prevention Vehicle-to-pedestrian: Superior (with optional equipment)
• Headlights: Good (with certain trims/options)
• Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease Of Use: Acceptable

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

When the NHTSA put the 2021 Kia Soul to the test, they awarded it the following crash test ratings:

• Overall Rating: 4 Stars
• Frontal Crash: 4 Stars
• Side Crash: 5 Stars
• Rollover: 4 Stars

Notable Kia Soul Safety Features

The incredible 2021 Kia safety ratings are made possible by the Kia Soul model’s advanced suite of safety and driver-assist features. In a Soul, you’ll always be alert and protected behind the wheel while driving in Sunnyvale. Check out some of the available Kia Soul safety features you’ll find available on this ride:

• Six Airbags w/ Rollover Sensor: No matter the gravity of your accident, you can be sure that there will be airbags to protect you.
• Hill-Start Assist Control: There’s no reason to worry about parking or braking on a steep hill because this feature will ensure you can easily drive.
• Available Driver Assist Features: The Soul is available with Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning System, a Forward Collision Warning System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Smart Cruise Control, Blind Spot Detection.

Test Drive the Kia Soul at Capitol Kia

Do you have more questions about the Kia safety ratings? Contact us at our San Jose dealership, and we’ll be happy to help you explore the specs and features that boost the incredible Kia Soul Safety ratings. You can also talk to our finance team to explore your best options for buying your next Kia Soul! Still have lingering Kia questions? Find out if the Kia Niro can tow with our team!