The all-new compact SUV Kia Soul celebrates its European premiere at the 65th International Motor Show IAA in Frankfurt. Launch of the European markets will follow early next year.
New mature Soul, Kia Track'ster inspired concept remains true to its original and at first glance recognizable design. News taken from the original model higher body building, angular shapes, panoramic glass interior, high mounted tail lamps and ride height of an SUV, which gives the driver more confidence behind the wheel.
At the start of sales in 2014, customers will be able to choose from three different roof colors - black, white and red - and 11 body colors.
A pair of new cars Kia Soul Kia brand in the exhibit at the IAA in Frankfurt will be equipped with a new SUV styling package with protective strips on the bumpers, painted black piano lacquer, also with side sills, flared wheel arches and black painted roof.
The biggest technical change to the new Seoul is to use a completely new platform, which is based on the new generation Kia cee'd model range. The result is significantly better handling and more advanced, sophisticated behavior of the vehicle when driving on the road. This contributes to improved chassis rigidity and higher (about 29%). She was also improved soundproofing interior, interior noise level was reduced by about three decibels.
The slightly larger size of the new Seoul mean even more practical interior. Space for all passengers is greater due to the combination of a longer wheelbase and wider track width and increased the volume of the luggage compartment, increased by 4% to 354 liters.
Customers will be able to choose from the latest versions of petrol and diesel Kia CRDi and 1.6 GDI, in combination with a mechanical six-speed automatic transmissions. Both engine variants boast higher efficiency with lower emissions.
On the European market, the Soul model 2014 offered a number of new premium equipment features, including front and rear LED lights, xenon headlights, keyless access and engine start button, automatic air conditioning, cruise control, leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, heated front and rear seats, panoramic glass sunroof and heated exterior mirrors.
The complete model range, a variety of gasoline and diesel engines, performance, fuel consumption, equipment and prices will be announced at the time of launch.
Source: Press Release
