2021 Kia Soul vs 2022 Kia Sorento
Side-by-side vehicle safety comparison from NHTSA recall and complaint data
Verdict
2021 Kia Soul has a stronger Safety Score of 31/100 (D) compared to 2022 Kia Sorento at 19/100 (F). Total complaints: 2021 Kia Soul (189) vs 2022 Kia Sorento (166).
| Metric | 2021 Kia Soul | 2022 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 31/100 (D) | 19/100 (F) |
| Total Recalls | 2 | 6 |
| Total Complaints | 189 | 166 |
| Crash Reports | 12 | 4 |
| Fire Reports | 3 | 1 |
| Injuries | 5 | 4 |
| Deaths | 0 | 0 |
Score Breakdown
D2021 Kia Soul
Recall Severity70/100
Complaint Rate0/100
Crash/Fire Rate0/100
Trend29/100
F2022 Kia Sorento
Recall Severity10/100
Complaint Rate0/100
Crash/Fire Rate50/100
Trend51/100
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Data from NHTSA, updated April 2026.