The Kia Soul 2024 is unlike many sub-compact SUV models available in the market today and fuses very stunning elements with functionality. Its rectangular-shaped body, as well as the playful features within, makes it appealing to many customers that require such outliers. The Soul promises to be packed with lots of features that offers great value for non-extortionate costs even when compared to competitors that are bigger in that class, the Chevrolet Trailblazer, Jeep Renegade and Kia Seltos.
In the 2024 model year, Kia brings in the EX Designer package with 18-inch wheels and special decor inside the cabin. As well, the smart key system has a new feature in that it can ‘sleep’ 40 seconds after the car was locked, further guarding against the possibility of key frequency cracking.
Prices and Versions of 2024 Kia Soul
The pricing for the 2024 Kia Soul is as follows:
LX: MSRP $21,565
S: MSRP $24,065
GT-Line: MSRP $25,165
EX: MSRP $25,865
The GT-Line variant is quite attractive for those individuals looking for a more aggressive appearance. It comes with unique wheel styles, body colour accents, driver assistance safety features such as autonomous emergency braking and blind spot detection with lane departure warning, lane keep assist and rear cross traffic collision warning as standard.
Engine, Transmission and Performance
The whole Kia Soul range consists of a 2.0 liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine developing 147 hp coupled to a CVT and front wheel drive system. The 0 to 60 mph time is a rather leisurely 8.0 seconds which is slower than a good number of rivals. However, the Soul responds well to throttle input in the city making it feel quick. The CVT is effective for both city driving and overtaking as it varies gear ratios seamlessly. While driving dynamics may not excel , the Soul offers pleasant ride quality suitable for daily commutes.
Seating and Cargo
Also the Kia Soul is built in boxy shape which provides decent space inside accommodating both the occupants and the luggage. Playful design concepts can be found on the inside such as felted door panels and cheerful color choice. Other characteristics are: indirect lighting, smartphone charging tray, a head-up display, push-start system with heated seats.
The Soul is also a vehicle amenable to an array of two tone paint schemes paired with a variety of tone on tone colour combinations on the inside. A very big plus about the cargo area; very easily it swallows up seven carry-on bags, and even with the versatility of the available rear seats (still does not go totally flat), up to twenty. The hydration which is offered by other cars is considerably less and for instance in the case of Kia Venue, only four carry ons can fit behind the rear seat and seventeen when the seats are folded.
