While the Kia does not recommend that the Soul wagon be used for towing purposes, the 2022 Kia Soul can be used to tow a small trailer or a light camper with the added accessories if needed. The 2022 Kia Soul towing capacity is limited to 2,400 lbs with the trailer tow hitch and trailer brake. That said, the Kia Soul payload capacity is rated at a maximum of 1,065 lbs which is enough for a car this size.
Here are some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the 2022 Kia Soul towing capacity:
Can you put a hitch on a 2022 Kia Soul?
The 1.6L turbo-4 engine powering the Kia Soul Turbo does not get a hitch option but the standard Soul wagon with the 2L engine can be used for light towing with the C67FR hitch.
Does the Kia Soul have a towing capacity?
Unlike its perception of a small car, the Kia Soul 2022 does get a tow rating despite Kia not recommending towing with the wagon.
Can I hook a trailer to a Kia Soul?
Depending on the model year and the specs, the Soul can tow a small trailer under 2,000 lbs safely. That said, upgrading the brakes is something that one should consider should one decide to tow frequently.
How much weight can a Kia Soul tow?
The current model Kia Soul gets the same towing and payload capacity as the previous model years. Here is how the towing capacity rating of the Kia Soul fairs over the years:
|
Model Year |
Towing Capacity |
Payload Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Kia Soul | 2,400 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
|
2021 Kia Soul |
2,400 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2020 Kia Soul | 2,400 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2019 Kia Soul | 2,500 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2018 Kia Soul | 2,500 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2017 Kia Soul | 2,400 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2016 Kia Soul | 2,400 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2015 Kia Soul | 2,425 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2014 Kia Soul | 2,500 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2013 Kia Soul | 2,645 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2012 Kia Soul | 2,425 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
| 2011 Kia Soul | 2,425 lbs | 1,135 lbs |
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2022 Kia Soul Towing Capacity
| Trim Name | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|
LX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) S 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) GT-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) X-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) EX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) Turbo 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 7A) +4 More | 1065 lbs. | 3036 lbs. |
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2022 Kia Soul vs. Competitor's Towing Capacity
| Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Kia Soul | - | 1065 - 1179 lbs. | 2844 - 3036 lbs. |
| 2022 Jeep Renegade | - | - | 200 - 3210 lbs. |
| 2022 Honda HR-V | - | 850 lbs. | 2906 - 3142 lbs. |
| 2022 Hyundai Kona | 5000 lbs. | 928 - 1070 lbs. | 2899 - 3271 lbs. |
| 2022 Toyota C-HR | - | 835 lbs. | 3300 lbs. |
| 2022 Chevrolet Trax | - | - | 3124 - 3146 lbs. |
| 2022 Mini Countryman | - | 820 - 924 lbs. | 3443 - 3600 lbs. |
2021 Kia Soul Towing Capacity
| Trim Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
LX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6M) LX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) S 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) GT-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) X-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) EX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) Turbo 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) +5 More | 8900 lbs. | 1065 lbs. | 3036 lbs. |
2021 Kia Soul vs. Competitor's Towing Capacity
| Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Mini Countryman | 1500 lbs. | 860 lbs. | 3422 - 3600 lbs. |
| 2021 Jeep Renegade | 2000 lbs. | 1118 - 1263 lbs. | 3056 - 3358 lbs. |
| 2021 Honda HR-V | 2959 lbs. | 850 lbs. | 2906 - 3142 lbs. |
| 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV | 3500 lbs. | 1043 - 1223 lbs. | 3120 - 3296 lbs. |
| 2021 Hyundai Kona | 5000 lbs. | 999 - 1105 lbs. | 2890 - 3358 lbs. |
| 2021 Kia Soul | 8900 lbs. | 1065 - 1179 lbs. | 2802 - 3036 lbs. |
| 2021 Toyota C-HR | 1322 lbs. | 835 lbs. | 3300 lbs. |
| 2021 Chevrolet Trax | 1263 lbs. | 1095 - 1263 lbs. | 3146 - 3292 lbs. |
2020 Kia Soul Towing Capacity
| Trim Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
LX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6M) LX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) S 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) GT-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) X-Line 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) EX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl CVT) GT-Line Turbo 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) +5 More | 8900 lbs. | 1065 lbs. | 3036 lbs. |
2020 Kia Soul vs. Competitor's Towing Capacity
| Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Trax | 1263 lbs. | 1043 - 1263 lbs. | 3124 - 3344 lbs. |
| 2020 Fiat 500L | - | - | 3254 lbs. |
| 2020 Mini Countryman | 1500 lbs. | 860 lbs. | 3422 lbs. |
| 2020 Jeep Renegade | 2000 lbs. | 1059 - 1266 lbs. | 3056 - 3532 lbs. |
| 2020 Honda HR-V | 2959 lbs. | 850 - 1100 lbs. | 2906 - 3150 lbs. |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV | 3500 lbs. | 1047 - 1223 lbs. | 3120 - 3296 lbs. |
| 2020 Hyundai Kona | 5000 lbs. | 999 - 1105 lbs. | 2890 - 3256 lbs. |
| 2020 Kia Soul | 8900 lbs. | 1056 - 1179 lbs. | 2802 - 3036 lbs. |
| 2020 Toyota C-HR | 1322 lbs. | 835 - 1020 lbs. | 3300 lbs. |
