Kia Soul is a "high hatchback" compact with a unique style reminiscent Scion's boxy xB. It was first used as a concept in 2006, and finally went into production for 2010 and onwards models. Soul basic model retails from $ 13,995, including destination. For the entry price, buyers get a 122 horsepower 1.6L four-cylinder engine, ABS, electronic stability control, six airbags, air conditioning, CD audio system display, MP3 (USB and AUX input) and Sirius satellite radio, and power windows and locks.
2011 Kia Soul to see some changes that were introduced for model year 2010. This subcompact car is front wheel, the door carriage 4 which is slightly larger than the Kia Rio. Four trim levels are offered: Soul, Soul +, Soul! (Fun), and the Soul of sports. Soul Base models are powered by a 122 horsepower 4-cylinder 1.6-liter that the team with 5-speed manual transmission. Standard on the other version is 142-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder. A 5-speed manual transmission is offered in Soul +. Optional on models and standard on the Soul! and sport is a 4-speed automatic.
"The reaction from the media and the public for three Soul concept cars seen at the Geneva Show in March and then displayed at other international events, has been very positive," said Hyoung-Keun Lee, Senior Executive Vice President and COO. "This reaction, plus the fact that both physically and emotionally, Soul concept cars is closely associated with the new Kia Soul production car, making a natural choice to retain this evocative name."
Liver-directed soul-young, fashion-conscious demographic, and Kia will offer a choice to kill in order to personalize their Soul, in the same tone as the MINI range, with a choice of trim and new colors that come every 6 to 12 months. jau-carmodification.blogspot.com
Specification of Kia Soul 2011:
ENGINE
dohc I41 dohc I42
Size, liters/cu. in. 1.6/98 2.0/122
Horsepower @ rpm. 122 @ 6300 142 @ 6000
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. 115 @ 4200 137 @ 4600
Availability Standard Standard
EPA City / highway mpg
5-speed manual 26/31 24/30
4-speed automatic --/-- 24/30
FUEL DATA
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 31 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 12.7 gal
DRIVETRAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
INTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS
Front Headroom 40.2 in
Front Hiproom 53.3 in
Front Legroom 42.1 in
Front Shoulderroom 55.2 in
Passenger Capacity 5
Second Headroom 39.6 in
Second Hiproom 52.7 in
Second Legroom 39 in
Second Shoulderroom 55.1 in
EXTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS
Curb Weight 2560 lbs
Height, Overall 63.4 in
Length, Overall 161.6 in
Min Ground Clearance 6.5 in
Tread Width, Front 61.8 in
Tread Width, Rear 62.0 in
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 34.4 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Wheelbase 100.4 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 70.3 in
WHEELS
Front Wheel Material Steel
Rear Wheel Material Steel
TIRES
Front Tire Size P195/65R15
Rear Tire Size P195/65R15
2011 Kia Soul to see some changes that were introduced for model year 2010. This subcompact car is front wheel, the door carriage 4 which is slightly larger than the Kia Rio. Four trim levels are offered: Soul, Soul +, Soul! (Fun), and the Soul of sports. Soul Base models are powered by a 122 horsepower 4-cylinder 1.6-liter that the team with 5-speed manual transmission. Standard on the other version is 142-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder. A 5-speed manual transmission is offered in Soul +. Optional on models and standard on the Soul! and sport is a 4-speed automatic.
"The reaction from the media and the public for three Soul concept cars seen at the Geneva Show in March and then displayed at other international events, has been very positive," said Hyoung-Keun Lee, Senior Executive Vice President and COO. "This reaction, plus the fact that both physically and emotionally, Soul concept cars is closely associated with the new Kia Soul production car, making a natural choice to retain this evocative name."
Liver-directed soul-young, fashion-conscious demographic, and Kia will offer a choice to kill in order to personalize their Soul, in the same tone as the MINI range, with a choice of trim and new colors that come every 6 to 12 months. jau-carmodification.blogspot.com
Specification of Kia Soul 2011:
ENGINE
dohc I41 dohc I42
Size, liters/cu. in. 1.6/98 2.0/122
Horsepower @ rpm. 122 @ 6300 142 @ 6000
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. 115 @ 4200 137 @ 4600
Availability Standard Standard
EPA City / highway mpg
5-speed manual 26/31 24/30
4-speed automatic --/-- 24/30
FUEL DATA
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 31 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 12.7 gal
DRIVETRAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
INTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS
Front Headroom 40.2 in
Front Hiproom 53.3 in
Front Legroom 42.1 in
Front Shoulderroom 55.2 in
Passenger Capacity 5
Second Headroom 39.6 in
Second Hiproom 52.7 in
Second Legroom 39 in
Second Shoulderroom 55.1 in
EXTERIOR SPECIFICATIONS
Curb Weight 2560 lbs
Height, Overall 63.4 in
Length, Overall 161.6 in
Min Ground Clearance 6.5 in
Tread Width, Front 61.8 in
Tread Width, Rear 62.0 in
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 34.4 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Wheelbase 100.4 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 70.3 in
WHEELS
Front Wheel Material Steel
Rear Wheel Material Steel
TIRES
Front Tire Size P195/65R15
Rear Tire Size P195/65R15
