4 Reasons You Have to Test-Drive the 2020 Kia Soul for Yourself

The Soul is arguably Kia’s most recognizable vehicle, and the all-new 2020 Kia Soul redefines the brand and subcompact SUV segment. Featuring a surprisingly spacious cabin, modern infotainment system, and an efficient engine, the vehicle stands out as one of the best subcompact SUVs on the market. The 2020 model ushers the Soul into its third generation, and Kia has made fundamental changes from the 2019 model.

4 Reasons You Have to Test-Drive the 2020 Kia Soul for Yourself

1. Spacious Interior

For such a small vehicle, the amount of cargo space available in this SUV is remarkable. With 24.2 cubic feet of cargo space, or 62.1 cubic feet when the back row is folded, the Soul offers comfortably carries a regular cooler and luggage for young families.

The vehicle comfortably seats five people, and unlike many subcompact SUVs on the market, all front and rear seats have enough legroom and headroom to comfortably seat adults. Users will also appreciate the fact that the driver’s seat is located high enough to give a good line of sight on the road ahead. Drivers can choose a sunroof, a push-button start system and dual-zone automatic control to refine the ride.

2. Modern Infotainment System

The infotainment system in the 2020 Soul consists of a mix of touch and physical controls, making it ideal to operate when driving. A 7-inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay comes standard on the Soul, but users can opt for the gigantic 10.25-inch touchscreen to create the ultimate focal point on the dash.

The base stereo system has six speakers and it features a USB port and Bluetooth for hands-free calling. Consumers with Qi-enable devices are catered for by this car’s wireless charging system.

3 Powerful Engine

Base models of the Soul come with a 2.0-liter, 147-horsepower engine and a six-speed manual transmission. The engine is powerful enough to provide a responsive ride on both city and country roads. If driving a stick is not you, you can opt for Kia’s continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) that is available for the base model.

Drivers seeking for a more thrilling acceleration experience can choose the available 1.6-liter, 201-horsepower engine that comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in the Turbo trim. There is also the Soul EV, which rides on 201-horsepower electric motor.

4. Fuel Efficiency

All the good features of a small hatchback would probably go to waste if it can’t keep fuel consumption down, and the new Soul does a good job of keeping the mileage figures down. Base models of the Kia Soul with an automatic transmission have an EPA-estimated consumption of 27 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.

The Turbo trim is likewise economical, posting 27 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. The electric EV trim delivers an equivalent of 127 mpg in the city and 101 mpg on the highway, and its range of 243 miles means that drivers don’t need to worry about recharging during short trips.

The 2020 Soul is a major redesign of the popular subcompact SUV from Kia. Features like the spacious interior, advanced infotainment system, responsive engine, and efficiency make it worthwhile to take the Soul for a ride. Contact DARCARS Kia of Temple Hill to book a test drive today.

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