2013 Kia Soul Speaker Sizes

The 2013 Kia Soul factory audio system features a dashboard that accepts a 3.5 inch speaker size, while the center dash supports 4 inch speakers. Front door panels, rear areas, and rear door panels accommodate 6.5 inch units. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade projects include full-range, midrange, and midbass units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

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

2013 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

2013 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 2013 Kia Soul contains five distinct speaker locations with three different sizes, suggesting a tiered approach to sound reproduction across the cabin.
  • Dashboard speakers measure 3.5 inches and accommodate full-range drivers, which handle the complete frequency spectrum from a single cone assembly.
  • A center dash position houses a 4-inch speaker designated for midrange duties, potentially handling vocal frequencies and mid-spectrum instruments.
  • Front door panels, rear positions, and rear door panels all share 6.5-inch openings, creating uniformity across the primary listening positions.
  • The 6.5-inch locations accept either midbass or full-range speakers, providing flexibility between dedicated low-frequency reproduction and complete frequency coverage.
  • Replacement priority would likely focus on the 6.5-inch positions first, given their larger cone area and ability to move more air for bass response.
  • Upgrading the dashboard full-range speakers could enhance high-frequency detail and stereo imaging, particularly for front-seat occupants.
  • The center dash midrange speaker may contribute to vocal clarity and center stage presence when properly integrated with other drivers.
  • Installing component speakers in the 6.5-inch front locations would separate tweeter and woofer functions, potentially improving frequency response and soundstage width.
  • The radio accommodates both single DIN and double DIN head units, allowing for aftermarket receiver upgrades with advanced amplification and processing capabilities.
  • Coaxial full-range speakers in the 6.5-inch positions would maintain factory-style integration while offering improved material quality and power handling.
  • Dedicated midbass drivers in door panels could pair with separate tweeters and the center midrange for a more sophisticated multi-way system configuration.