Collection: Kia Soul OEM Wheels

The Kia Soul is Kia's boxy compact hatchback, and it has stayed remarkably consistent under the sheet metal even as the styling changed across three U.S. generations since 2010. If you're replacing a damaged wheel, buying a take-off set, or just confirming what size rim your Soul actually came with, knowing your generation and trim matters more than you might expect, since wheel width and offset shift even when the bolt pattern doesn't. This guide breaks down the bolt pattern, center bore, and full factory rim dimensions for every Soul generation sold in the U.S., along with the wheel changes that happened along the way.

Quick Specs at a Glance

What Size Wheels Does the Kia Soul Have?

Depending on the generation and trim, the Soul has been offered with factory wheels ranging from a 15x6 steel wheel on the earliest base models up to an 18x7.5 alloy wheel on turbocharged and GT-Line trims. The 1st generation (2010 to 2013) ran 15x6, 16x6, and 18x7 wheels depending on trim. The 2nd generation (2014 to 2019) moved to 16x6.5, 17x6.5, and 18x7.5 wheels across its Base, +, and ! Exclaim lineup. The 3rd generation (2020 to present) simplified things to a 16x6.5 wheel on LX and S trims and an 18x7.5 wheel on GT-Line, X-Line, and turbocharged EX models. Base trims have consistently run the smallest factory wheel in a given generation's lineup, while turbo and GT-Line trims have run the largest.

What Is the Bolt Pattern on the Kia Soul?

It's 5x114.3 with a 67.1mm center bore, and that hasn't changed across any Soul generation sold in the U.S. That's somewhat unusual. Most vehicles that go through a full platform redesign end up with at least one bolt pattern change along the way, but Kia has kept the Soul on the same 5x114.3 hub spec from the original 2010 AM generation all the way through the SK3 generation. What does change between generations is wheel diameter, width, and offset, so a shared hub specification does not mean every factory wheel is a correct direct-fit replacement for every Soul.

About the Kia Soul

The Kia Soul is a boxy compact hatchback that sits below the Seltos and Sportage in Kia's crossover-heavy U.S. lineup, aimed at buyers who want a roomy, upright cabin and a distinctive look rather than a conventional sedan or small SUV shape. It's been a value-oriented alternative to pricier small crossovers since it first went on sale, with a low step-in height and a boxy shape that maximizes interior space for its footprint.

The Soul launched in the U.S. for 2010 on the AM platform, introducing the boxy silhouette and hamster-friendly marketing that helped define the nameplate. A facelift arrived for 2012 with minor styling and trim updates. The 2nd generation PS Soul, introduced for 2014, grew the car slightly and softened some of the original's harder edges, with a 2017 facelift adding an available turbocharged engine on the Exclaim trim. The 3rd generation SK3, redesigned for 2020, moved to a sharper, more angular look and added the fully electric Soul EV to the lineup, with a 2023 facelift refreshing trim names and equipment without changing the wheel fitment.

Wheel sizes grew modestly across the three generations, from a 15x6 steel wheel on the earliest base cars up to an 18x7.5 alloy wheel on turbocharged and GT-Line trims. The bolt pattern and center bore, by contrast, never changed, though wheel width and offset still shifted enough across generations that a shared hub specification doesn't guarantee a correct fit between an older and newer Soul.

Shoppers cross-shopping the Soul typically also look at the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai Kona, though the Soul's boxier shape and larger cargo area for its size remain common reasons buyers choose it over both.

Vehicle Generations & Wheel Changes

The Soul has gone through three generations in the U.S. market, and unlike many redesigns, the bolt pattern and center bore have stayed identical across all three.

The single biggest thing to know: Every U.S. Kia Soul, from the 2010 AM generation through the SK3 generation, uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 67.1mm center bore. Wheel diameter, width, and offset have changed by generation and trim, so a shared bolt pattern doesn't mean every wheel is a direct-fit swap between generations.

OEM Wheel Sizes & Fitment by Year

Exact wheel sizes and offsets varied by trim and model year, so treat these as the typical factory range for each generation. Full rim dimensions (diameter and width) are listed where supported.

Kia Soul — 1st Generation (2010 to 2013, AM)

Kia Soul — 2nd Generation (2014 to 2019, PS)

Kia Soul — 3rd Generation (2020 to Present, SK3)

Trim Differences at a Glance (3rd Gen)

Why Choose Genuine OEM Wheels?

Genuine OEM wheels are designed around the Soul's factory specifications, including fitment, load rating, brake clearance, and original styling. For most owners, the simplest case for OEM comes up after a curbed rim or a pothole, when the goal is just getting back to the exact fitment the Soul already had rather than researching a new setup.

• Factory fit. Genuine OEM wheels are designed around the Soul's factory bolt pattern, offset, and hub bore.
• Correct load rating. OEM wheels are designed to meet the factory specifications for the Soul, including its required load rating, which matters on a car that's often loaded with cargo given its boxy shape.
• TPMS compatibility. Factory wheels are designed to accommodate the Soul's original tire pressure monitoring system.
• Resale and appearance. A stock-style wheel keeps the Soul looking factory-correct, which matters if you plan to sell later.

OEM vs. Replica & Aftermarket Wheels

Some drivers choose replica wheels for their similar appearance or price. If your goal is to replace a damaged factory wheel, a genuine OEM wheel offers the best path to the correct fit, finish, and overall appearance, without the extra research replica shopping usually requires. We offer genuine OEM at replica price levels, often less. Here's how the two options typically compare:

Frequently Asked Questions

What bolt pattern does a Kia Soul use?
Every U.S. Kia Soul uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 67.1mm center bore, and that hasn't changed across the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd generation.

Did the Kia Soul wheel size change between generations?
Yes. The 1st generation ran 15x6, 16x6, and 18x7 wheels depending on trim, the 2nd generation moved to 16x6.5, 17x6.5, and 18x7.5, and the 3rd generation runs 16x6.5 on LX and S trims and 18x7.5 on GT-Line, X-Line, and turbo models.

Are Kia Soul OEM wheels interchangeable between generations?
All three generations share the same 5x114.3 bolt pattern and 67.1mm center bore, but wheel diameter, width, and offset vary by generation and trim. Because of those differences, a wheel that shares the same hub specifications is not automatically the correct replacement for every Soul.

Is a genuine OEM wheel really worth it over a replica?
For most owners, yes. A genuine OEM wheel takes the guesswork out of fitment, TPMS compatibility, and load rating, and it keeps the Soul looking factory-correct, something that tends to matter again at resale time.

Final Thoughts

The Kia Soul's wheel fitment is more forgiving than most vehicles because the bolt pattern and center bore have never changed across its three U.S. generations. What does change is wheel width, diameter, and offset, which is why full rim dimensions, not just the diameter, matter when you're identifying a replacement wheel. Genuine OEM wheels remain the simplest way to get factory-correct fit and styling, whether you're replacing a curbed rim or shopping for a full set. If you're unsure which factory wheel came on your Soul, Finish Line Wheels can help you identify the correct replacement for your specific generation and trim.