Surprise, surprise… exciting Kia Soul crossover shows its rear fascia for the first time!
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July 21st, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Yay! I hope that pod like thing on the hatch is that compartment they had on the concept… probably not tho~
July 21st, 2008 at 12:51 pm
This little thing looks more and more exciting to me! What do you think of it? One thing I miss, are the all-red rear lights seen on Burner…
July 21st, 2008 at 2:50 pm
I wish it was all wheel drive!
July 21st, 2008 at 3:42 pm
I agree Himi, about it looking more and more exciting. Will a reversing camera be fitted?
July 21st, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Well, at least it has chrome door handles.
July 21st, 2008 at 4:50 pm
Too bad it isn’t offered in an AWD or part time 4WD option. That would be nice to have here in the NW.
July 21st, 2008 at 7:49 pm
I have only one thing too say about the Soul ( KIA GOT IT RIGHT) Nuf said !!!!!!
July 21st, 2008 at 9:42 pm
Don’t know for parking camera,Martin. The rear camera is not very common on such small vehicles. Even more, it’s really rare and I don’t remember if I ever heard of any small crossover or car having it!? Perhaps Scion?…Well atleast you can always install it aftermarket.
But as much as I can see there are at least some parking sensors placed on on the bumper. If I can see correctly, there are three parking sensors at the rear bumper.
The 4WD would be a veeeeery nice option and I’m pretty sure it would make the Soul even more popular.
July 21st, 2008 at 10:12 pm
There is no chance of me ever buying this vehicle. The engine options suck. Yes, both engines are great engines. The problem is, even if the car is Rio5-sized, The MINIMUM amount of horses I would want is 175. It is very asinine that Kia wouldn’t give a car that’s geared for the younger generation the 2.4 engine. At least as an option! I’m sorry, but that is just stupid, and hurts all of my anticipation for the Soul. Once customers hear the engine options, they’ll get in their cars and peel away!
July 21st, 2008 at 10:14 pm
BTW, on a car that small, back-up camera is somewhat unneeded. I am taking drivers ed right now, and I find that the Spectra they use is very easy to paralell park. I’m so glad I am learning to drive in July. I will be able to drive our Optima September 15!
July 21st, 2008 at 10:21 pm
Hey Greg. As you may know already, there’s a 2.0L engine available in the Soul. And it’s been rumoured to be the Theta II engine, which will replace the old Beta engines.
The Theta 2 rises it’s power output near your hp expectations and still has better fuel economy than les powerful, 140hp Beta engine.
Check here how the ratings for Theta 2 engine go: http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/2007/11/28/kia-upgrades-lotze-sedan/
July 21st, 2008 at 10:27 pm
Ok, The only reason I mentioned the reaversing camera was because of its high rear window and possible poor rear view visibility, but if its got parking sensors then, yeah, there isn’t a need for a camera.
July 22nd, 2008 at 2:34 am
Greg – if ur just learning to drive, don’t criticize the car’s numbers. 145HP in a car this size is more than enough especially with the way its built. (I.E. VVT, etc.) I’m 21 and have been around cars all my life including exotics thanks to my father & active membership to the SCCA. I can also tell you there’s a lot of hype in the underground car-world over the Soul & the Koup. With my experience i’m more than happy with the outcome of this car. The 2.4L would just weigh the front of the car down and make it understeer more than any young person would ever want. Especially since its gunna have the 5 speed & such. Still hoping for the Nav & paddle shifters tho. any word?
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:11 am
Greg, um…. You aren’t the car’s target audience, and if you haven’t ehcked gas prices lately, you won’t be able to get high MPGs. Thanks for the, uh, comments.
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:11 am
The 2.4L engines aren’t selling well on the bigger mid size cars. The Civic, 1.8L is the size that’s selling because of the cost of fuel.
this car looks too small for me. like a Mini. not knocking it. but hope then offer a large hatch back as well.
maybe there is too much comp with the hatchback, Matrix, Mazda, Saturn, Pontiac, Rabbit etc. that were all the exact same as the Spectra5?
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:14 am
By the way, are there any specs? Is this like a Mini or larger? Bigger than a Spec5 or smaller?
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:28 am
I like it but it would look better (sportier?) if it had red turn signals. As for horsepower, as long as it has more than 150 horses, I can’t complain. If it can get me more mpg than CRV and Scion and Nissan Cube, I don’t care as long as it keeps my a** away from the gas station. If I can fill up once a month or twice, I’m good.
July 22nd, 2008 at 6:13 am
I really don’t care about gas prices. Financially, I am very well off. I invested $500 in Kia stock in March. I have already made $750. Plus, I am selling computers and cars. I will be able to afford a loaded Koup in 2 years.
July 22nd, 2008 at 7:38 am
well thats because you dont need to support yourself and your parents provide food and a home… these guys are adults and actually need to consider these things. get it??? the 2.0 is great and there is no need to put anything bigger in it. its a really small car! if youre not gonna buy it, dont comment on it like that.
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:28 am
islander: Kia released information about engine options, the size and some great official shots of the Soul.
Check it out here: http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/2008/07/16/official-soul-images-hit-the-web-along-with-engine-details/
The Soul is larger than Rio (+10cm) and will be available with three different engines.
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:30 am
Red Lenses are US Market. Red and Yellow Lenses are Overseas Market. They require the Yellow Turn signals It is a very cool little car, I have seen it in person and I am looking forward to owning one myself..
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:32 am
Do you work for Kia, Antonio?
July 22nd, 2008 at 1:37 pm
himi, hi! I’ve already ask about clearance of the Soul, have you any information to answer?
July 22nd, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Hi there IgWar!
Unfortunately I still can’t answer your question about ground clearance of the Soul. If you look through the web, you’ll see there are very limited informations available regarding the Kia Soul. So far, Kia only released the news about three engine options and some info about it’s size. Nothing more.
As soon as more info is available, it will be put on the web at KIA-WORLD!!
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:17 pm
The way I’m seeing most commets, I have a feeling that Kia retailers want be able to keep this in their lots.
July 24th, 2008 at 4:02 am
I love it in this color. I’m glad it has a 2.0 Liter, the xB lost alot of potential customers after they put that 2.4 Liter in the new one. 150hp will be just fine in this car.
July 24th, 2008 at 7:07 pm
hey. I really like this colour. I’d choose this over Koup cuz its higher and I dont feel very comfy in my 04 maz6 which is lower than most cars around. I feel much better in Sportage and Qualis. I just love this car and I just want it soon. It’s just right. JUST RIGHT for Me. And as far as engines go, I’m in for the 2.0L. I think it should have been 1.8 instead of 1.6 but looking at ratings of Kia’s engines in their new cars, I think it will do fine. I am so so so so so so so excited about this car, I just cant express my excitment when i see a new pic of soul. I feel like hugging it.
February 1st, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Hello. And Bye.