Posts tagged Kia Soul
Kia Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Mar 25th
We get a look at some of the new Kia models on the Denver Auto Show floor, the Kia Soul, Kia Optima and the Kia Sorento.
Kia Sorento – the reengineered 2014 Sorento is a mid sized crossover vehicle that has an answer for everything, with a voice activate jukebox, seven passenger seating, ventilated seats and a power inverter are just some of the fresh details Kia has added to this crossover vehicle.
Kia Optima – Ranked most appealing midsized car the new optima is not your average midsized sedan, it defines what that should be with a striking design, cutting edge technology, European flair, inside and out the optima has a luxury car feel with plenty of standard features for the top pick of midsized sedans.
Soul – The 5 door compact hatchback is a new way to roll, The all-new Kia Soul features a fresh and updated look, more power, and the same funky “outside of the box” demeanor consumers have come to love from the segment-leading compact crossover, with a significant number of technology and powertrain enhancements, the Kia Soul now delivers class-leading horsepower1 and significantly improved fuel efficiency economy of up to 35 miles per gallon on the highway.2. Like all Kia models, the Kia Soul comes with an industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program.
Kia Soul Wagon
Apr 13th
The 2011 Kia Soul brings hipster styling and a fun-to-drive nature to the realm of the practical hatchback. Pros: Loads of available features, highly customizable, user-friendly controls, ample passenger space, surprisingly fun to drive, low price, long warranty. The Kia Soul receives a few improvements for 2011, with new rear shock absorbers and standard rear disc brakes (replacing last year’s rear drums) being the most notable. Other minor changes include new door handles, push-button start, a trip computer and heated outside mirrors. Kia’s engineers also managed to infuse the Soul with peppy engine performance (at least on the upper trim levels) and sporty handling. Together, they make the Soul a surprisingly fun-to-drive small car that’s still a cinch to maneuver around tight city confines in relative comfort. On the highway, last year’s Soul had a choppy ride quality, but the new rear shock absorbers should at least partially remedy that problem.
We rate the 2011 Kia Soul highly among the overtly boxy competition that includes the Nissan Cube and Scion xB. Both can accommodate more cargo than the Kia with their rear seats stowed, but the Soul scores points for having the most attractive design in our eyes. There are a few more conventional choices as well, such as the Honda Fit and the Mini Cooper Clubman, they, too, have sharp styling, athletic handling and surprising cargo versatility. But the Kia Soul gets just about everything right. And for that, we think it’s worth adding to your short list.