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Can I improve performance by having my Kia Soul + lowered?

I just bought a new Kia Soul Plus. It’s fun to drive, but I feel like it’s not as quick as my last car was. Would having my Kia Soul + lowered make it faster? And how much does that cost?

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Matt Terzi · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Contrary to popular belief, lowering a car doesn’t make it faster. In some high-performance cars driven on fresh tarmac, it can improve handling by lowering the center of gravity and improving aerodynamics. But on most cars, including the
Kia Soul +
, the only real gain is the lowered car look.
There are a few downsides to having your Kia Soul + lowered, too. Handling will take a hit, with wheels skipping around corners. You’ll put much more wear and tear on tires, steering components, and the suspension. And the comfort level will drop considerably, too. You may also pay more for
car insurance
.
If you still want to have your Kia Soul + lowered despite these downsides, expect to pay $85 to $200 for lowered springs, or $500 to $1,000 for a full lowering kit, plus $500 to $2,000 for labor if you aren’t doing this yourself.
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