Fiat 500L vs Kia Soul
The Fiat 500L is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Kia Soul. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Fiat 500L | Kia Soul | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 269 | 1,237 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 6 | 52 and 110 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 85,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 32 | 24 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,950 | $2,600 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 269 complaints for the Fiat 500L and 1,237 for the Kia Soul. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Fiat 500L, 5 for the Kia Soul.