Kia Soul

The Kia Soul launched in 2009, bringing a unique, boxy design to the subcompact segment. Conceived at Kia's California design studio, its distinctive shape and memorable hamster marketing campaigns immediately set it apart. The Soul offered practicality and personality in an affordable package, attracting buyers who wanted something different from a typical small car.

While not a traditional collector car, the Soul has a cult following thanks to its quirky style and utility. Early first-generation models (2009-2013) are gaining some interest for their pure design, but the car remains firmly in the used car market. Its appeal is based on low running costs and standout looks rather than performance or rarity.

The current market reflects its status as an affordable modern car, with an average price around $3,500. Most transactions are for second-generation (2014-2019) examples, which offer more refinement and features. Special editions, like the Red Zone or Caribbean Blue, might see some niche collector interest in the future, but for now, it's a great choice for a stylish, budget-friendly vehicle.

Prices range from $962 for early, high-mileage examples to $8,728 for newer, low-mileage models.