not that I'm aware of, top end 6500 rpm (redline), no problem for any normal driving.

 

Most governed top speeds are related to lack of speed rated tires, don't know about the 15/16" tires but the stock 18s are V rated (149 mph). From tests I have read the 2010/2011 2 liter is good for about 116mph limited by aerodynamics. The 18" tire equipped at least, are not governed.

 

I was wondering the same thing myself the other day while driving and staring at our 140mph speedometers....wonder how fast she will go....

Anyone know off hand what the OEM Hancooks are rated for?

 

Most "non speed rated" tries have a rating of S (112 mph).
T = 118
U = 124
H = 130
V = 149
W = 168
Y = 186
Z = in excess of 186




116 and climbing, ran out of road.

Peace

 

How'd it feel?

 

Very good, not bad at all.

Peace

 

Wow 116mph and I thought me hitting 105mph was fast. It still feels stable around that speed to me.

 

Normally i could tell you the top speed as i usually try all my cars, but I dont have enough miles on mine yet to be considered broke in.

 

I hit 110 mph

 

Car and Driver got 110 for the 2012-2013 1.6 (Gamma) auto and 115 for the 2.0 (Nu) auto. The Nu stick made it to 121.

Drag limited.

My '07 Spectra was supposed to be capable of about 115-120, I believe those were governed. I know at 100 it wasn't ready to quit. Much better aero.

 

Drag limited.

So, in theory, if we put some HID headlights, a muffler tip, and maybe one or two Type R stickers in just right place, we should be able to hit 130.

 

WOW I thought I was the only speed nut in a soul LOL. I hit 94 in the 2013 and 90 in the 2011 and both had a very good feel at that speed

 

94 mph is normal cruising speed in my area.

 

Mine is a 2012 1.6 manual with SSD CAI

Peace

 

I know the 2012 Soul will do 100+, but that's all I'm saying on that in this thread.

 

Cough it up, you are the only one I know of that has posted a picture of himself in his Soul on the dragstrip.

 

^^ LOLK.

Everyone else knows it too, obvious from the several responses from 2012-13 owners. Not a "secret."

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Got the little hamster up to 114mph outrunning a Yaris on the highway, but really scary when the brakes are worn out and vibrates.


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So I always thought what would happen if I hit a turtle at 94 mph in my soul ?? (( I think I could kiss my soul goodby )) LOL :laughonfloor

 

I always try not to.

 

Depends on how big the turtle is.

 

sweet jesus.

Welp...my baby has topped out at 75 LOL. And only because I was passing an 18 wheeler that was carrying final destination logs on the back. Staying behind that was a big trip to NOPEVILLE for me.

I'll see myself out...lol...

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And only because I was passing an 18 wheeler that was carrying final destination logs on the back. Staying behind that was a big trip to NOPEVILLE for me.

I agree, no traveling behind or along side logging trucks for me either.

 

I was VERY hesitant to crack 100 because the car started to feel really light at that speed. We decided to swap over to some Z-rated tires and better wheels from my buddies car, and try again. The car was still getting light, but I was able to feel the road better so I kept pushing it.

Oh and the THEORETICAL top speed for the Nu based on gearing is 185 for the auto and 167 for the 6 speed LOL

 

I guess you could reach those speeds , IF you found a tall enough cliff.

 

I've seen over 100mph in my 2013 Soul, 1.6L. But, like someone else said, "I run out of road".
The only place around here where I can turn her loose and let'r run is on I-75, where the daily cruising speed is 80+.
But I still have to deal with traffic.
I did see 110mph, once, before I ran out of space and had to back off.
Gertrude felt like she just wanted to keep on going.
She seems to be the happiest at something over 80mph.

I had a friend with me a few days ago and I was cruising right along at 90mph in traffic and he said it felt like 60.
He was amazed at how quickly the little car got up to speed and how stable it felt.

My little Soul is incredibly stable at high speed, with my OEM Hankook tires at 42psi (cold).
Too little tire pressure can, and usually will, make the car feel 'squirly'.

If it were possible to RED-Line the engine in 6th gear, I'd probably be doing 180mph or better.
But we all know, that's not going to happen. Eh?

Have a Safe and Happy 2013.
TM

 

highest short burst I've had on mine (passing a convoy of big-rigs on the 401 in heavy rain) is 135 kmph (84 mph), legal limit is 100 kmph (62), felt extremely stable and that's with the OEM 18" Nexans set at 33 psi. I too, was impressed as to how quickly it got up to that speed from the 110 kmph that I normally drive at.

 

I was going through the Nevada desert on route 375 and pushed it to about 97. I couldn't quite make 100 because it started to climb out of the valley. I also didn't want to experience a flat tire a 100 miles from nowhere.

 

I have always wondered, just what Gertrude would do if I could spray a little Nitros.

 

Go for it!

 

Got mine up to100 just to check it out. It was quite smooth and stable. Even with a slight crosswind.....

 

Oh, I'd love to.

What a hoot that would be. Hit the little red button and hang on for dear life. lol

 

I have done a 100 mph "burst" and run for several miles at 95, but I agree it feels a little squirrelly up above 90. I think the air wash around the brick, and the short wheelbase, make it do odd things if you are changing lanes or maneuvering at high speed. In a straight line with little to no side wind, it feels good. And here at sea level, I think I could hit 120. Just can't afford the ticket should Johnny Law catch me in the act (about $800 here in CA). I know someone who did it.