The Kia Soul I (AM) is a hatchback produced from 2008 to 2013. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Soul in our catalog.
Engines: 1.6 (G4FC (Gamma 1.6)), 124 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,105 mm, wheelbase 2,550 mm, fuel tank 48 L.
Facelift: 2011. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
| Production years | 2008–2013 |
|---|---|
| Body | hatchback |
| Engine | 1.6 |
| Engine code | G4FC (Gamma 1.6) |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 124 hp |
| Torque | 156 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 4-speed |
| Gearbox model | 4AT Hyundai A4CF1 |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,105 mm |
| Width | 1,785 mm |
| Height | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm |
| Fuel tank | 48 L |
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | ≈ 13,675 ₸ | ≈ 9,572 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
What to check when buying: knocking when cold and oil consumption; catalytic converter condition; cylinder borescope inspection if in doubt.
Tip: Avoid overheating; check the catalytic converter after 150k km.
What to check when buying: shift shocks; whether the gearbox software was updated.
Tip: Change the oil every 60k km; adaptation often helps.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Factory sizes: tyres 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 225/45R18; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
1.6, code G4FC (Gamma 1.6), 124 hp, 156 Nm.
automatic (4AT Hyundai A4CF1).
Fuel tank 48 l.
For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.