Flat Towing Compatibility of a 2013 Kia Soul Manual Transmission and Recommended Components

Updated 12/09/2025 | Published 08/09/2017

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$575.00

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

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$186.26

Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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$850.00

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

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Question:

Ive read a few things about toeing the Soul but nothing mentioned about a 2013 stick. So now Im confused. I have a tow car now but would like something different and am looking at this year Soul. Any advice would be appreciated.

asked by: Terry L

Expert Reply:

The 2013 Kia Soul with manual transmission is flat towable. I have double checked with our manufacturers and this vehicle will work well without any restrictions on speed or any other special circumstances. I recommend using the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 522112-1 to get you started.

For your tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motor Home Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520 along with safety cables # RM-643.

For your wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will allow you to use your factory wiring while protecting it with the diodes. It will give you a clean connection on the front of the Soul and the connector cable has a coiled design to prevent dragging.

For your supplemental braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This system requires only adjustment at installation and then becomes a plug and play system. It is not a difficult install and is a very reliable system that will allow braking in your Kia Soul with the same amount of pressure and at the same time as you hit the brake pedal in your motorhome.

The final thing you need is a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to assist and have linked the page to all of your options for your convenience.

expert reply by: Jason S

Terry

12/9/2025

Jason I just purchased the Kia Soul 2013 manual. Do i need a battery charger with the above recommendations? Also my zip code is 53105 Burlington WI, if do you have a recommended installer. What is the price for the components you listed including a battery charger. My motor home is Minnie Winnebago 26T 2025 Thank you Terry

Gwendolyn Y.

12/9/2025

@Terry It's always good to install a battery charge line kit like part # RM-156-25 when using a braking system. Your vehicle wont be pulling any power from your battery however, the brake system, like part # SM99251, will pull power from the battery as you're towing the Soul.