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Soul’s exterior is dominated by its unique front and rear black “tusk” bumper inserts, distinctive waistline moulding and highgloss A-pillars. Its stylish good looks are emphasised by a sleek, high-rise roofline which appears to float above a dramatic wrap-around windscreen offset by the glass tapering towards the rear of the car. Muscular wheels and arch flares add to Soul’s dynamic presence, while wind noise and drag are reduced by aerodynamic grooved door mirrors which incorporate “active vortex generators”. And, for the first time on any Kia model, Soul features a distinctive new “tiger-nose” grille design, a shape which is reiterated throughout the car.

The interior of the Soul is no less radical than its outer shell. The spacious cockpit has a dynamic, cutting edge feel with a four-spoke steering wheel and high-tech LCD instrument cluster. Soul’s square tailgate reveals over 340 litres of cargo space (671 litres with the seats down), enabling you to stow large loads easily. The cockpit also boasts up to 14 separate storage compartments and a secure underfloor storage tray is available on certain Soul models.

The genius is in the shape. Drop the 60:40 split-folding rear seats and there’s ample room for two mountain bikes! Intelligent design of space means Soul can seat 5 adults in comfort with exceptional leg, knee and headroom. In fact Soul offers more passenger legroom than larger competitors. Air conditioning, power steering, and allround electric windows all come as standard for added comfort.

Your safety is our number one concern. For this reason we’ve included a wealth of active and passive safety features throughout the Soul range: 6 airbags (including curtain airbags which stay inflated for an additional 10 seconds for added protection) four disc brakes, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) skid prevention and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) all come as standard.

Other Soul features include traction control, Brake Assist System (BAS), front seatbelt pre-tensioners, active front head restraints, ISOFIX child seat anchors, high mounted rear lights and ultra-high-strength steel A and B pillars which enhance passenger safety. The engine in Soul is positioned lower than many competitors, giving exceptionally balanced handling as well as pedestrian protection in the event of a collision.

Soul’s revolutionary design is underpinned by a scrupulous logic which combines the space and flexibility of an SUV with the footprint of a super-mini. It delivers exceptional fuel economy across the range – the 1.6 turbo-diesel achieves up to 61 mpg and carries a highly efficient road tax rating.

INTRODUCING THE SOUL RANGE
Soul 1, Soul 2 and the unique “Originals” trio: Samba, Shaker and Burner make up the range. 5 stunning models and a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty as standard. Combining radical styling with cutting-edge technologies and exceptional build quality, Soul embodies Kia’s ‘power to surprise’. Experience the refined ride you would normally only expect in a far more expensive vehicle. Responsive acceleration is delivered by a punchy 1.6 litre engine taken from the ultra reliable award-winning Kia cee’d, while the Soul’s suspension has been fine-tuned by engineers specifically for UK roads.

Soul 1 comes with an exceptional standard specification which includes air conditioning, power steering and all-round electric windows. You may also like to upgrade with a Soul accessory pack, such as our stylish “chrome” pack option which includes chrome fog light bezels and a chrome rear bumper garnish.

Soul 2 incorporates the same stunning specification as Soul 1, together with a choice of 1.6 litre petrol engine or a 1.6 litre diesel with optional 4-speed automatic gearbox. Other Soul 2 refinements include 16 inch alloy wheels, body-coloured door handles, body-coloured “vortex generating” mirrors, tinted glass with shadeband, front fog lights, driver’s seat height adjust, leather steering wheel and gearshift and Black “Soul Shine” cloth upholstery, named because it glows in the dark. Soul 2 is available in 2 additional unique colours: Cocktail Orange and Moonlight Blue.

Pump up the volume. You’re driving the coolest set of wheels this side of Rio de Janeiro…Bold. Loud. Exotic. If Soul is all about having fun, Samba takes it to extremes. Samba doesn’t just look festive it pulsates with the spirit of the carnival. City street or beach retreat, this is more than just a car, it’s a lifestyle statement.

The Samba offers a wealth of high-tech specifications. From its vibrant Tornado Red paintwork, to its sound-sensitive, mood-reflecting lighting and growling subwoofer speaker, inside and out, Samba is the ultimate in urban chic. Prepare to drive an unashamed attention grabber. With 18 inch alloy wheels, smoked privacy glass and stylish lip rear spoiler as standard, Samba personifies fun.

On the inside you’ll appreciate such stylish refinements as mood reflecting speakers – glowing sound-sensitive speaker lights, which can pulsate to the beat of your music – a sumptuous leather steering wheel and gearshift, Black “Soul Shine” cloth upholstery, metallic interior door handles and centre fascia and driver’s seat height adjustment.

The quality is in the detail: air conditioning, all-round electric windows, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, Piano Black high-gloss bumper pack, reversing sensors, engine immobiliser and ISOFIX child seat anchors all come as standard. If you think the Samba looks bold, just wait until you try the sound system. We’ve upgraded it to include an external amp and 8-speaker audio system including a sub-woofer in the rear and a dash-mounted central speaker. A USB/AUX port and iPod cable also come as standard.

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