2011 Kia Soul Speaker Sizes

Information on factory speaker locations and specifications for the 2011 Kia Soul audio system. The speaker size chart details replacement and upgrade options for dashboard, center dash, front door panel, rear, and rear door panel positions. Aftermarket speaker specifications are provided to assist with audio system modifications.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Center Dash 4 Midrange
  • Requires dashboard disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2011 Kia Soul Speaker Replacement Summary

5 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 3 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 0

2011 Kia Soul Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2011 Kia Soul contains five distinct speaker locations spread across dashboard and door panel positions, with three different size specifications ranging from 3.5 to 6.5 inches depending on placement within the cabin.
  • Dashboard positions utilize smaller full-range drivers at 3.5 inches, while the center dash location accommodates a 4-inch midrange component that likely handles vocal and mid-frequency reproduction separately from other ranges.
  • Both front and rear door panels accept 6.5-inch speakers, which represents the largest format in the factory audio configuration and offers compatibility with either midbass drivers or full-range solutions depending on the chosen upgrade path.
  • The dual compatibility designation for door panel locations suggests flexibility in replacement strategy, where installers could opt for dedicated midbass units in a component system or maintain simpler full-range speakers for a more straightforward upgrade.
  • Door panel speakers in the 2011 Kia Soul would typically receive priority during aftermarket replacement due to their larger size and greater impact on overall sound output compared to the smaller dashboard-mounted units.
  • The inclusion of dedicated midrange positioning in the center dash indicates a factory audio design that attempted some degree of frequency separation rather than relying solely on full-range drivers throughout all locations.
  • Full-range compatibility for the 3.5-inch dashboard speakers suggests these units handle the complete frequency spectrum within their physical limitations, though bass response would naturally be constrained by the compact size.
  • The radio configuration accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, which provides options for aftermarket stereo replacement ranging from compact designs to larger touchscreen interfaces without requiring dash modifications.