Kia Soul vs Subaru Impreza
The Kia Soul is more fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Subaru Impreza. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Kia Soul | Subaru Impreza | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 44 | 55 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 0 and 3 | 5 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | 33,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 31 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 35 | 27 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,150 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 44 complaints for the Kia Soul and 55 for the Subaru Impreza. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Kia Soul, 5 stars for the Subaru Impreza.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Kia Soul, 2 for the Subaru Impreza.