The 2014 Kia Soul has a 1.6-liter L-4 motor capable of producing 130 hp at 6300 RPM and 118lb at 4850 RPM. It has two options, a six-speed standard transmission and an automatic. The Kia Souls higher trim level has a 2.0-liter l-4 that produces 164 hp and 151 lb-ft with help from its GDI technology.