2012 Kia Soul Speaker Sizes

The 2012 Kia Soul speaker size chart provides specifications for factory and aftermarket speakers across multiple locations. Information includes replacement speakers for dashboard, center dash, front door panel, rear, and rear door panel positions. Details cover audio system configurations and available upgrade options for factory speaker replacements throughout the vehicle.

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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

2012 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

2012 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 dashboard speakers in the 2012 Kia Soul measure 3.5 inches and accommodate full-range drivers, which suggests these small units handle a broad frequency spectrum despite their compact size limitations.
  • A 4-inch midrange speaker is specified for the center dash location, indicating this position may focus on vocal and mid-frequency reproduction rather than attempting full-spectrum output.
  • All door-mounted positions utilize 6.5-inch openings, providing consistency across front and rear locations for replacement component selection.
  • The door panel speakers accept either midbass or full-range types, giving flexibility in system design between dedicated low-frequency drivers or single-driver solutions.
  • Replacing the smaller dashboard and center dash speakers could prove challenging given their specialized sizes and mounting constraints compared to the more common 6.5-inch door positions.
  • The dual-size radio compatibility indicates both single DIN and double DIN head units can be installed, potentially affecting available space for aftermarket integration components.
  • Upgrading the 6.5-inch door speakers would likely produce more noticeable acoustic improvements than replacing the smaller dashboard units, given the larger cone area and power handling capacity typically associated with this size.
  • The full-range capability of the dashboard speakers suggests they may contribute to stereo imaging and high-frequency detail despite their limited low-frequency extension.
  • System planning might prioritize the four 6.5-inch locations for component speaker installations while leaving the smaller dashboard positions with their factory units or simple coaxial replacements.