Automatic transmission characteristics in Kia Soul
Models up to 2020:
* 6-speed automatic transmission (A6)
* Type: Hydraulic
* Engines: 1.6 L GDI, 2.0 L GDI
* Drive: front or all-wheel drive (AWD)
Models from 2020:
* Intelligent Continuously Variable Transmission (IVT)
* Type: CVT
* Engines: 2.0 L GDI
* Drive: front or all-wheel drive (AWD)
Key Features:
* Number of gears:
*A6:6
* IVT: Infinitely variable
* Drive: front or full
*Transmission fluid: ATF SP-III or SP-IV
* Fluid change interval: 45,000-60,000 km or 3 years
*Max Torque:
* A6: 192 Nm
*IVT: 264 Nm
* Gear ratio:
*A6:
* 1st gear: 4.041
* 2nd gear: 2.369
* 3rd gear: 1.555
* 4th gear: 1,000
* 5th gear: 0.705
* 6th gear: 0.628
* Reverse gear: 3.313
*IVT: Stepless (2.600 to 0.402)
* Weight:
*A6: about 80kg
*IVT: approx. 60 kg
Peculiarities:
* Sportmatic mode (A6): Manual gear shift mode.
* Eco Mode: Optimizes gear shifting for better fuel economy.
* Intelligent Shifting (IVT): Adapts to driving style and road conditions for optimal performance.
*Overheat Protection: Prevents transmission damage in case of overheating.
* Dynamic Gear Shift (A6): Adapts to road grade and vehicle speed for smoother gear changes.