Monday, May 4, 2015

2016 Kia Soul Redesign, Release and Changes

The 2016 Kia Soul is expected to be presented as a better model of the current one. However, previous one had been redesigned and this one will just receive some number of new touches to upgrade it and make it of better performance than the previous. It will be given some new touches both in the exterior and the interior to make it a more performing and agile. It will still maintain many of the features that are available in the previous one. It is yet to be released for sale, but there are indications that it will be made available for sale sometimes in the middle of 2015. This is mere conjecture as the manufactures have not given any final verdict as regards when it will actually be released for sale.

Kia Soul is a compact car which was originally launched in 2008. So far, there are two generations of this car. Second-generation model was launched last year as 2014 model and it made an instant success. This model was praised for its design and functionality both by experts and customers, so it isn’t wonder that sales results are remarkable. Despite this fact, Korean automaker already works on some modifications, which should appear with mid-cycle refreshed 2016 Kia Soul, which should come early that year. Refreshed model will come not only with some cosmetic changes, but also with plenty of mechanical novelties.

The new 2016 Kia Soul, a small electric SUV from Kia, will come unchanged in terms of design. Soul has a vivid personality and unconventional look, and plays great part in Kia’s total sales numbers. Kia Soul 2016 is meant for those individuals that like to experiment and look at life with a different view. Its impeccable styling is the best thing Soul has to offer, but available features and refined interior don’t fall in far behind. Only real downside is lackluster fuel efficiency which should have been better.

In the recent past, Kia has been experiencing extraordinary growth, and it has therefore become Kia’s goal to maintain this trend in the coming years. The company plans to roll out a number of updated models and also extend its boundaries by entering new markets. One of the model which is expected to be updated as a 2016 model is Kia Soul. The 2016 Kia Soul is going to be presented as an upgraded version of the current model. Since the current model received massive redesigning, this upcoming car will go through some few touches to upgrade it and improve its performance.

2016 Kia Soul Price

Pricing for the new 2016 Kia Soul has been set at $30,000 – $39,000 based on current exchange rates. If there are changes on the 2016 Kia Soul we will notify you as soon as possible, so keep follow our blog.

2016 Kia Soul Redesign Changes

The boxy shape in the previous will still be maintained in the 2016 Kia Soul. The front fascia may be given some changes to make it more presentable. The bumper and the grille are expected to be redesigned to help improve on looks and to make it look more impressive. Buyers should also expect the headlamps to be redesigned and made of LED elements. Aside this, the fog lights and the taillights too will be redesigned. Many of these are mere conjectures. The manufacturers have not actually given any final verdict as regards what will actually be the final features in the automobile. But whatever the final verdict turns out to be, buyers will surely get good value for their money.

2016 Kia Soul Redesign

The 2016 Kia Soul won’t come with many changes, when it is about visual appearance. The familiar look will stay and only some minor tweaks are expected. Although slightly reshaped, “tiger nose” grille will remain, while headlights will remain almost unchanged. Only possible changes will be that panoramic roof and fog lights will now be offered as standard. Some other tweaks like new-designed alloy wheels etc. are possible too. When it is about interior, 2016 Soul will remain pretty much unchanged. Only some hi-tech features updates are expected. Great thing about this car is that the most of the interior parts are made of recycled components like Bio fabric, Bio Foam, Bio Plastic etc.

2016 Kia Soul will be due for release in mid 2015 since no major changes are expected in it. In terms of its price, no official information has been released. However, people expect its price to be similar to that of the outgoing model. If it has to be changed, it will be slightly above the current market price of the present Kia Soul version. 2016 Kia Soul is expected to be a tight competitor to other cars of its category such as the Chrysler PT Cruise, Toyota Scion XD, Nissan Cube and Chevrolet HHR among others.

2016 Kia Soul Specs

2016 Kia Soul is the proof that peculiar styling might reach mainstream status. This boxy compact has big protruded lower air intake and trapezoidal headlights for somewhat gloomy look. Pronounced wheel arches and flat roofline define its profile, while sharply cut back comes with big vertical tail-lights and awkward tailgate.

Both its interior and exterior will acquire some changes which will make this coupe’ more lively. Sources indicate that this car will maintain most features which are present in the current one. This new car will maintain the boxy body shape such as the one in the current model. Its front fascia will acquire some few changes to give it an impressive look. Its bumper and grille will be redesigned too in order to improve its looks and to make it more exciting. Kia enthusiast should expect to find new modern lights most probably LED front and rear lights. Besides this the 2016 Kia Soul fog lights and taillights are expected to be redesigned. According to some sneaked information, one most noticeable change in the 2016 Kia Soul is an additional opening of about 2.4 cm on its lift gate, meaning that this car’s cargo space will be increased a bit.

Even though on a small side, Soul offers plenty of space inside, thanks to its boxy frame. Leather seats are optional with top couple of grades, while exclaim models even offer the choice of premium nappa leather upholstery. Heated front and rear seats and ventilated front seats are also optional, and so is heated steering wheel. Nicely designed cabin has sturdy dash with protruded instrument panel in its middle. Above the audio system which can come with optuional 8-inch display with navigation, you’ll find a couple of airvents and one of six available speakers on them. All models include six total airbags, four-wheel disc brakes, anti-lock braking, brake assist, electronic stability control and hill-start assist. Rear camera display is optional on first couple of grades and standard with exclaim models, and helps a great deal with those thick rear pillars.

2016 Kia Soul is also expected to come with a number of entertainment features aside from upgrading the ones in the current model. Its infotainment features are will also be top-notch while its navigation display system will be of high quality to ensure superior performance and better functionality. Kia Soul’s previous model won various awards in the auto market, thus the 2016 Kia Soul is expected to carry on with this success.

2016 Kia Soul Features

A number of new entertainment features are also expected to be included in the 2016 Kia Soul. Aside this, the ones available in the previous are expected to be upgraded. It is expected to come with upgraded infotainment system and navigation display system, to ensure better performance and functionality. The previous one won accolades in the auto market and this one is expected to build on that success. It is therefore expected to give lots of automobiles in the same category real good competition. Automobiles like Toyota Scion XD, Toyota Matrix, Chevrolet HHR, Nissan Cube, and Chrysler PT Cruise will all have to tighten their seat belts as they try to overtake 2016 Kia Soul in its determined race for supremacy.

2016 Kia Soul Engine

2016 Kia Soul will be powered by two petrol engines. The first one is 1.6 liter GDi, which outputs 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft. The other petrol engine is 2.0 liter MPi, which is rated at 162 hp and 148 lb-ft of max torque. Both engines will be paired with either manual or automatic 6-speed transmission. Beside these models, 2016 Soul will come in electric variant. This model will be consisted of 27-kilowat lithium-ion battery and it will be able to produce around 110 horses and 210 lb-ft of torque. It will be able to make 120 miles in one go, while charging time is expected to be around five hours.





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