Kia Soul (2014)

Car Barn Sport | Kia Soul (2014) | Well known for his close relationship between prototypes and production models, Kia Motors had no chance with 2,014 souls. When the concept Track'ster wild debuted in 2012, has asked Kia Soul enthusiasts and experts to implement the fantasy into reality. The new Kia Soul is one of the most difficult tasks that we take," said Kearns. "The right balance between the design of the current car with wonderful proportions and courageous attitude Track'ster was terrifying.

Erect, shoulders square and unmistakable Fender immediately as Alma. The combination of a longer wheelbase of 101.2 inches (0.8 inches) across entire width of 70.9 inches (0.6 cm) and the same overall height of 63.4 cm updated, expanded aggressively Profile for ' emergence of new Alma. Flashlights are also greenhouse gas surround sound, high mountain and high altitude of the tour all distinctive design elements. Help extra premium as running lights LED lights Available front and rear LED "Halo" Soul Brothers link within the Kia line that have similar design features, such as the 2014 and the 2014 Sorento CUV share Forte sedan. Outside Track'ster similarities are easy to spot. Improvements include thin (2.4 inches soul above) a more open the elevator door, so Alma longer sip.

Overall, the design team pays special attention to impart a premium look and feel Alma in 2014. Liberal use of soft-touch materials on the dashboard, center console and door panels. Based on current soul as a starting point, the designer played by Kia Track'ster circular theme that lies within. In the door panels, carved circles assume windows and locks. The center console has a start button shifter round - its exclusive location Kia Soul in programming even Track'ster direct transitions. The speakers in the front doors, mirrors mounted tweeter mounted high circular "floating" and LED power technology available ambient lighting create a domino effect red tones. The steering wheel controls are easy to fall into circular groups unique soul above the lower beams of the buttons on the audio system and trip computer in the thumb, that the driver's hands remain on the steering wheel at all times mounted.

Taking a step further appeal soul list of standard equipment and optional. Fortunately, the new Kia Soul will inspire the right of the door. More prominent in the new instrument panel, the touch screen is eight inches available - the most ever offered in soul - home to the second-generation Kia telematics and infotainment system, UVO eServices to operate in conjunction with the first Kia based on the Android OS platform . Starting with the soul, UVO eServices is now compatible with iPhone and Android smartphones. The combination of the child controls of interest in a screen reduces driver distraction and improve the functionality and usability.

Easily accessible via the touch screen, users have the option of instructional videos that show all the features and functionality of the UVO eServices, the screen that comes with the smartphone and application MyUVO.com, including myPOIs by Google Maps. Combined UVO eServices represents an infotainment system more efficient and fully present in the market. Technology aside, it is the driver and passengers enjoy a cabin much larger and quieter gradually increased legroom in the front (42.9 inches, 0.8 inches longer than the soul of current), the rear legroom (39.1 to 2 inches) Maximum front headroom (up to 0.2 inches to 39.6) and the fourth front seat shoulder (up to 0.3 inches to 55.5). Power windows, locks, and (heated) mirrors, telescoping steering wheel and a six-speaker audio device AM/FM/MP3 standard. Wireless technology for hands-free, SiriusXM ™ satellite radio with three months of free service and USB / AUX complete the massive database of Soul / Bluetooth ® audio devices Entertainment. Desirable options include remote keyless entry, 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control and a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Kia Soul also goes a step beyond the standard and optional services. Attractive 17-inch wheels shod with 215/55R-17 tires, turn signal mirrors, fog and decorate Auto-ON/OFF single database fender to distinguish externally plus. Inside there are more advantages box floor console armrest with integrated blade UVO eServices, view rearview camera and rear seat center armrest. Options include navigation, surround sound system updated Infinity ®, front speakers Chain LED ambient lighting, fog lights, panoramic sunroof - a 'soul in the first place exclusive leather seats with driver and front passenger segment and ventilated seats the four outboard seats, seat 10-way power adjustable driver's seat, leather wrapped, heated steering wheel and gear knob covered in leather. The Soul Exclaim also adds standard features such as 18-inch alloy wheels in 235/45R-18 tires, fog lamps, body-colored bumpers "fangs" wrapped projector headlamps, LED running lights front and rear lights " Halo. " Open the door and the standard features of the console are a center of piano black, cooled glove compartment, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob seat, driver's lumbar support and 10 auto-dimming rearview mirror. Options include navigation, audio front speakers Infinity LED ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, leather seats with front airbags for driver and front passenger ventilation and heating for the four positions of the extremities. Supervision Cluster / TFT LCD, HID headlights, push button start and automatic temperature control claim to the soul more and more premium.

Built on a new chassis that nearly 29 percent stiffer than before, the Kia Soul robust skeleton provides the basis for a vehicle that pays particular attention to driving dynamics. A total of 66 percent of the frame in high resistance steel (35 percent) or of high-strength steel (31 percent). Great attention has been focused on improving the ride and handling new soul in September up front and rear suspension heavily revised. Change the steering center also produced benefits sensation. The basic motivation for the soul is powered by a gasoline direct detected (GDI) to 130 hp (at 6300 rpm) aluminum 1.6-liter DOHC four-cylinder available. The engine produces 118 pounds-feet of torque at 4,850 RPM RANGE. Models Plus and exclaim use the power of the stronger 2.0-liter of the United Nations. For the new Kia Soul, 2014, the GDI engine technology is updated. The 1.6-liter engine is mated to an automatic six-speed manual or optional six-speed.