Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2021 Kia Soul w/ the Dual Clutch Transmission
Updated 01/12/2026 | Published 09/06/2024
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Hi Jerrod, excellent advice on the 2015 Kia Soul setup. Can I get your advice on my 2021 Kia Soul Turbo with the 7 speed DCT transmission? I bought the Blue Ox Baseplate BX2729, and now need everything else to get it set up. One thing that worries me is the 2021's have the start button. Not sure how I leave accessories on with the start button.
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Expert Reply:
Thanks! Happy to help! The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BLU76XR is exactly what you need for your 2021 Kia Soul since you have the dual clutch transmission. As far as the accessories and start button goes, the set up information and entire process will be listed in your owner's manual under flat towing or dingy towing. I highly recommend checking that and following it.
The rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your Kia Soul are listed below:
Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates item # e47ZR
Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267
Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System item # SM99251 or item # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes
High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
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Jerred H.
1/12/2026
Hey, how did things go getting your 2021 Kia Soul Turbo ready for flat towing with the Blue Ox base plate? Were you able to sort out the accessory power issue with the push-button start using the info in your owner’s manual? Your update could make it easier for others setting up the same vehicle.