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Kia Soul
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Production2008–present
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (J) (2008–2013)
Subcompact crossover SUV (J) (2013–present)
Body style5-door SUV
Chronology
PredecessorKia Joice

The Kia Soul is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive subcompact crossover SUV (compact crossover SUV in its 1st generation) manufactured and marketed by Kia since 2009. Its 1st generation is classified as a compact crossover SUV while its 2nd generation is classified as a subcompact crossover SUV.

Designed at Kia's design center in California and now is in its second generation, the Soul debuted at the 2008 Paris Motor Show and is manufactured in South Korea.

First generation (2008–2013)

First generation (AM)
2012 Kia Soul
Overview
Production2008–2013
Model years2009–2013 (Asia)
2010–2013 (other markets)
AssemblyGwangju Plant, Gwangju, South Korea
Yangcheng Plant, Jiangsu, China
Kaliningrad, Russia (Avtotor)
Oskemen, Kazakhstan (Azia Avto)
DesignerMike Torpey
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (J)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFF layout
RelatedHyundai i20
Kia Venga
Powertrain
Engine1.6L Gamma I4 122 hp (2009–2011)
2.0L Beta II I4 142 hp (2009–2011)
1.6L U I4 Diesel 126 hp
1.6L Gamma GDI I4 138 hp (2012-)
2.0L Nu I4 164 hp (2012-)
Transmission5-speed manual (2009–2011)
4-speed automatic (2009–2011)
6-speed manual (2012-)
6-speed automatic (2012-)
Dimensions
Wheelbase100.4 in (2,550 mm)
Length161.6 in (4,105 mm) (2009–2011)
162.2 in (4,120 mm) (2012-)
Width70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Height63.4 in (1,610 mm)
Curb weight2,615–2,945 lb (1,186–1,336 kg) (2012-)
Chronology
PredecessorKia Joice

The Soul concept was designed by Mike Torpey and had rear-hinged doors, who in early 2005 as a new member of Kia's Design Team in Irvine, California, was sent to KIA Korea to brainstorm a new vehicle. After seeing a television documentary on wild boars, Torpey "sketched a caricature of (a boar) and, for practicality, put a backpack on it." This idea inspired the Soul's combination of a sloping roof line with an overall rectangular shape. The New York Times reported "the boar’s attitude of strength and capability — it can’t be taken advantage of despite its relatively small size — was exactly the image [Torpey] wanted for a new model aimed at hip urban youths."[1]

After joining Kia as the new KIA Corporte Design Chief, Peter Schreyer revised the Soul Concept to include the signature corporate grille, known as the Tiger Nose.[citation needed]

According to the Automotive news, the Soul has been criticized for a plasticky interior and a harsh ride.[2] Both the ride quality and interior were addressed by KIA and upgraded during the first year's production.

Features

The interior features 2 bucket seats in the front. In the rear there are flat-folding seats that can be moved in order to increase storage space.[3]

2009 Kia Soul CRDi (UK)
2011 Kia Soul Plus (US)

The Kia Soul is marketed with a six-speaker stereo system that includes a CD player, a USB port for iPod connection, and Sirius Satellite Radio. Additional features available for upgrade include additional speakers, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls and Bluetooth for hands-free connectivity.[4]

Designed to introduce an emotional appeal into the Kia range, the car can be specified with a number of design options and is available in several themed special editions. Upgrades include 18-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, racing stripes, "dragon" and "houndstooth" graphics, and LED turn indicators.[4]

For 2011, the Kia Soul was updated with more conventional pull-out door handles, standard metallic interior trim, redesigned instrument cluster, leather shift boot, and switchblade style fold-in integrated key and remote, with an optional Smart Key available in the Exclaim ("!") trim.

2012 Kia Soul Plus (US)

For model year 2012, the Soul received revised exterior and interior styling and new powertrains. In North America the updated 1.6, now featuring direct injection, makes 138 hp/123 lb-ft, the 2.0 makes 164 hp/148 lb-ft of torque. The 1.6 now delivers 25-26 mpg in the city and 30-31 on the highway. The 2.0 returns 23-24 in the city and 28-29 on the highway.[5] New features include navigation, UVO infotainment, leather and heated seats and automatic climate control.[6]

As part of the 2012 upgrades, European models were fitted with new 1.6-litre GDI petrol or 1.6 CRDi diesel engines, both of which can be specified with an automatic gearbox or a new six-speed manual gearbox, replacing the five-speed unit in the old version. As a result, the petrol offers a 14 bhp uplift in power compared to its predecessor, while returning improved fuel economy. The modified 1.6 CRDi diesel returns 57.6mpg and has cut its CO2 emissions from 138g/km to 129g/km - particularly important for the European market where taxation is based on carbon emissions.[7]

The 2013 North American Kia Soul received upgrades including 3 new colors, a bulged hood, revised grille with black chrome accents, LED red tail lights, LED amber front turn signals under the headlights and white LED running lights under the front turn signals. The exterior Kia badges became now smooth instead of raised lettering. Inside, audio controls were relocated to the steering wheel and Bluetooth became standard across the range. Upper trims included power folding heated mirrors with turn signal repeaters. The center display for sound system was previously red LED and was revised to include a full color range. The Kia Soul will be a mini SUV after 2013 in its second generation which the Kia Track'ster will succeed the first generation Kia Soul.

Special Editions

Kia Soul Denim (2010)

The Denim is a limited (1200 units) version of 2010 Kia Soul Soul+ for US market featuring a blue body colour with white racing stripes, white painted side-view mirrors, and white, 18-inch, alloy wheels. It appeared in June 2009.[8][9]

Kia Soul Dragon (2010)

The Shadow Dragon edition is based on the Soul trim line and was limited to about 1900 units. Exterior details include shadow black paint with matte-black dragon graphics on its hood and tailgate, gloss-black bumper inserts, a body-color rear wing and 18 inch black alloy wheels. The interior features heated, black leather trimmed seats. MSRP for Shadow Dragon Soul starts at $18,195 with a five speed manual transmission or $19,195 with the available four-speed automatic. Kelly Blue Book - Detroit Auto Show

Soul Flex (2010)

Kia Motors presented the Soul Flex at the 2010 São Paulo International Auto Show. The Soul Flex is the first Korean flexible-fuel vehicle capable of running on any blend from E20-E25 gasoline (mandatory Brazilian blend) to E100 (neat ethanol). The new Soul Flex delivers a 44% improvement in fuel efficiency compared with the existing gasoline model, as well as superior power and torque.[10]

Engine

2010 Kia Soul base (US)

The North American version of the Soul is initially available with one of two inline four-cylinder gasoline engines. The base model is powered by a 1.6-litre unit producing 122 bhp (91 kW) and mated exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission. Higher trims feature a 2.0-litre unit producing 142 bhp (106 kW) connected to a standard five-speed manual transmission with a four-speed automatic available as a stand-alone option.[11] A 1.6-litre diesel engine producing 126 bhp (94 kW) and 260 N⋅m (190 lb⋅ft) torque is offered in European models instead of the 2.0-liter gas, mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.

For the 2012 model, the Soul received two new powertrains and a new engine. Mated with a 6 speed manual or a six speed automatic, with either the new Nu 2.0-litre D-cvvt engine or the slightly older Gamma 1.6-litre d-cvvt. The Gamma 1.6 gets a new dual variable valve timing (128 hp), and in some countries, gets a direct injection fuel system.[12]

Safety

Kia Soul earned a maximum five star safety rating from Euro NCAP .[13] In 2009, According to Euro NCAP, the five star safety rating places Kia Soul among the safest B-segment family cars in the world.[14] The Soul was awarded the maximum five star safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP), but only on the New Zealand version. Australian versions get 4 out of 5 stars.

IIHS scores[15]
Moderate overlap frontal offset Good
Small overlap frontal offset Good
Side impact Good
Roof strength Good
Head restraints & seats Good

Concepts

  • Kia Soul Concept at the 2008 Montreal Show
    Kia Soul Concept at the 2008 Montreal Show
  • Kia Soul Diva concept
    Kia Soul Diva concept
  • Kia Soul Burner concept
    Kia Soul Burner concept
  • Kia Eco-Soul concept
    Kia Eco-Soul concept
  • Kia Soul'ster concept at the 2010 Montreal Show
    Kia Soul'ster concept at the 2010 Montreal Show
Kia Soul Concept (2006)
Kia Soul Concept
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (J)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFF layout
RelatedKia Mesa
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L I4
Transmission5-speed automatic

The design was based on the Kia Mesa concept and it was initially introduced as a compact crossover SUV with a 5-door SUV body styling with 5 seats and suicide doors. It included a 2.0 L I4 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability and adaptive cruise control.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.[16]

By late 2008, Kia announced it would put the car into production as a 2009 model.[17]

Kia Soul Burner, Diva, Searcher (2008)

The Kia Soul Burner, Diva, and Searcher are concept vehicles, created by Kia's European design team, under the guidance of Kia's Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer.[18]

The Soul Diva was created as a fashion accessory for a style-conscious young-at-heart woman, who regards her car to be as important as her entire outfit. It included a white, gold and black colour scheme, full-length tinted glass panoramic roof, glossy black imitation leather, using 'quilted' stitching and trimmed to look like sofas, and black long-pile 'Pony-hide' carpet.

The Soul Burner was described as the 'bad boy' of Soul concepts. It included a solid roof panel and no roof rails, 245/40R19 tires, 4 bucket seats,[19] and L-shaped day-light LED driving lamps around the outer edges. At the rear, two vertical exhaust pipes were placed at the extremes of the bumper.

Kia's Soul Searcher was designed to capture the spirit of Korean and Far Eastern culture, with a focus on achieving personal inner peace and creating a calm cocoon for the occupants. It included an old leather finish on the bonnet, powered folding roof, tailgate panel, dashboard, door panels and steering wheel rim, plus grey-beige felt floor and seats.

The Soul Hamstar Edition, introduced in 2011, featured body colored bumpers, rear sport spoiler, black 18-inch wheels, black fender vents w/side marker repeater, rear bumper applique, matte alloy fuel door, hamstar exterior graphics, black leather seating, heated seats, hamstar edition floor mats, smart key push button starting, automatic climate control, fog lights, and leather steering wheel and shift knob.

The vehicles were unveiled at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show.[20] The Soul Burner later appeared in the 2008 SEMA auto show.[21]

Kia Soul Hybrid (2008)

The Soul Hybrid/Eco-Soul is a concept vehicle with Gamma 1.6L petrol engine, an electric motor rated 15 kW (20 PS; 20 hp) and 105 N⋅m (77 lbf⋅ft), continuously variable transmission, ISG (Idle Stop&Go), regenerative braking.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2008 Paris Motor Show[22][23] and later at Auto Shanghai [24] and later at the Canadian International Auto Show.

Kia Soul'ster Concept (2009)

The Soul'ster is a concept vehicle which is a subcompact crossover SUV with a 2-door, 4-seater cabriolet SUV body styling with an open roof over the rear seats. It includes dual chrome exhaust, polished aluminium exhaust tips featuring carbon-fiber interior sleeves, and 19-inch 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheels. It is similar to the Jeep Wrangler. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 NAIAS.

The production version includes a choice of 1.6L I4 rated 120 hp (89 kW) with 5-speed manual transmission or 2.0L I4 rated 120 hp (89 kW) with 5-speed manual transmission.[25] It will go on sale in 2010.[26]

Marketing

Kia Soul exhibit at the 2009 SEMA auto show in Las Vegas.

After the Soul's release, Kia USA launched commercials in a campaign titled "A new way to roll", created by Los Angeles-based ad agency David&Goliath, [27] and featuring city streets with animated hamsters on stationary hamster wheels. The commercials have attracted popularity on video-sharing sites[28] and were awarded "Automotive Ad of the Year" at the Nielsen Automotive Advertising Awards.[29]

Featured songs include "Do What You Do" by Marz, "Fort Knox" by Goldfish, "Junkyard" by The Potbelleez, "Colours" by Calvin Harris, "The Choice Is Yours (Revisited)" by Black Sheep, "Applause" by Lady Gaga and, during the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, "Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO.

A 2013 Soul commercial, released August 2012, featured the song "In My Mind (Axwell Remix)" by Ivan Gough, Feenixpawl and Georgi Kay[30] with hamsters at an 18th-century opera house to the song.

In October 2011, the Kia Soul Hamsters were inducted into the Madison Avenue Walk of Fame, advertising industry’s equivalent of Hollywood and Vine.[citation needed] As of 2011, Kia is also the only car manufacturer to be inducted. From 2010 to 2012, Kia released a series of commercials for the Soul featuring professional golfer Michelle Wie.[31][32]

As an April Fool's Day joke, Kia published a press release on a new environmentally friendly concept based on the Soul in 2010, called the Air Propulsion and Retardation Installation Line. The concept used sensors on the bumpers and retractable panels to harness the flow of wind.[33]

Reviews and awards

Second generation (2014-present)

Second generation (PS)
2014 Kia Soul Plus (US)
Overview
ManufacturerKia Motors
Production2013–present
AssemblyGwangju Plant, Gwangju, South Korea
Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (J)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFF layout
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,570 mm (101 in)
Length4,140 mm (163 in)
Width1,800 mm (71 in)
Height1,600 mm (63 in)
Curb weight1,264–1,426 kg (2,787–3,144 lb)

The design of the second generation Kia Soul was based on the Track'ster concept.[citation needed] It included 28.7 percent increase in torsional rigidity over the previous one, longer 2,570 mm (101 in) wheelbase, overall width that's broadened to 1,800 mm (71 in) and the same overall height of 1,600 mm (63.0 in), wraparound greenhouse, high-mounted tail lights, large trapezoidal lower air intake from Track'ster, unique "floating" body color panel inset into the lift gate from Track'ster, center console design from Track'ster. The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 New York Auto Show,[52] followed by the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.[53]

The US model went on sale as 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include a choice of 1.6 Gamma GDI or 2.0 Nu MPI engines, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission; Base Soul, Soul Plus and Soul Exclaim trim levels.[54]

Rear view of 2014 Soul Plus

The European model was set to go on sale in early 2014, with UK launch in Spring 2014. Early models include a choice of 1.6-litre GDi petrol or CRDi diesel engines (from the previous generation Kia Soul), six-speed manual or automatic transmission, three different roof colours (black, white and red), a choice of 11 body colours. Korean market models receive the same two engines, with the two-litre gasoline engine currently reserved for North American buyers. The Kia Soul Family was featured in a 2016 Kia Soul commercial called Soul Remix which also featured Purple DJ Soul (Purple DJ Soul is not available for sale, Purple DJ Soul is only manufactured for the commercial).

Overview

The second generation Kia Soul shares its platform with the second generation Kia Cee'd hatchback. The chassis is now 29 percent stiffer than the first generation, with 66 percent of the chassis utilizing either Ultra High Strength Steel (35 percent) or High Strength Steel (31 percent). The front subframe uses four bushings (the first generation has none) and the shock absorbers on the rear torsion bar are now mounted vertically allowing for more suspension travel. The Kia Soul is a subcompact crossover SUV in its 2nd generation currently, which is related to the Hyundai i20 and the Hyundai ix25.[citation needed]

Kia Track'ster concept (2012)
2012 Kia Track'ster concept

This is a 3-door concept subcompact crossover SUV which presaged the second generation Soul. It is now having a subcompact crossover SUV-like styling and it abandons the compact crossover SUV-like styling, it has custom 19-inch wheels designed by Kia's California design team and HRE, 14-inch Brembo vented and cross-drilled front disc brakes with six-piston calipers, 13.6-inch rear brake discs with four-piston calipers, angled roof accented with Inferno Orange, lengthened front door with smooth billet push-style handles, carbon fiber lower side valances in Inferno Orange Orange and incorporate functional rear-brake cooling ducts, back hatch incorporates a horizontal Inferno Orange "backpack" panel five inches wider than a production Soul, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated 250 hp, electronically controlled four-wheel-drive system, short-throw six-speed manual transmission with a stubby spherical shift lever, Inferno Orange suede-covered racing seats, Granite Gray leather upholstery, Granite Gray suede wraps the sport steering wheel and door panels, red-glowing nacelles, rear seats removed and replaced with a fully integrated equipment tray and spare-tire well, paneled bins in Inferno Orange behind seats, custom rear strut brace incorporates a quick-release handle to allow for fast wheel changes.

The vehicle was unveiled in 2012 Chicago Auto Show.[55]

Special Editions

"Red Zone" edition (2014-)

It is a limited (2000 units) version of 2014 Kia Soul Plus with white body colour, body kit with red accents, redesigned front grille, front and rear fascias, and side skirts; custom 18-inch alloy wheels, 2.0-liter gasoline direct injected (GDI) four-cylinder engine, six-speed automatic transmission, black cloth seats with red stitching, leather steering wheel, black-leather dash hood with red stitching, black carpeted floor mats with red piping, sport pedals; shift knob ring, air vent ring, dash speakers and console tray trim in red.[56]

Kia Soul Caribbean Blue Edition (2014-)
Kia Soul EV (2015)
Main article: Kia Soul EV

In 2013, Kia started testing prototype versions of a Soul electric vehicle. In November 2013, Kia announced they would be producing the Soul EV and it would go on sale in 2014. The Soul EV would be based on the second generation Kia Soul. Powered by a 27 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack, the Soul EV has a target range of over 120 miles and fast charging capability of 100 kW DC via a CHAdeMO connection.[57]

The vehicle was first showcased at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2014[58] where Kia said the Soul EV will be offered in California, Oregon, New York, New Jersey and Maryland. Kia is targeting regions with the largest EV markets and infrastructure, and plans to offer the Soul EV in other markets in the near future.[59]

Engines

Gas engines
Model Years Type/code Power, torque@rpm
Gamma 1.6 GDi 2013- 1,591 cc (97.1 cu in) I4 (1.6 Gamma GDi)/G4FD 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6300, 17.0 kg⋅m (167 N⋅m; 123 lbf⋅ft) @4850
Nu 2.0 MPi 2013- 1,999 cc (122.0 cu in) I4 (2.0 Nu MPi)/G4NA 164 PS (121 kW; 162 hp) @6500, 201 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) @4800
Diesel engines
Model Years Type/code Power, torque@rpm
U II 1.6 VGT 2013- 1,582 cc (96.5 cu in) I4 turbo (1.6 U II VGT) 128 PS (94 kW; 126 hp) @4000, 26.5 kg⋅m (260 N⋅m; 192 lbf⋅ft) @1900-2750

Transmissions

Petrol engines
Model Years Types
Gamma 1.6 GDi 2013- 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic
Nu 2.0 MPi 2013- 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic
Diesel engines
Model Years Types
U II 1.6 VGT 2013- ?

Safety

IIHS scores[60]
Moderate overlap frontal offset Good
Small overlap frontal offset Good[61]
Side impact Good
Roof strength Good

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