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\"The<\/a>

The new Soul is \u2018all-new\u2019 \u2013 none of the exterior body panels are carried over, and the interior is a new design<\/p><\/div>\n

Kia\u2019s new Soul is funky, practical and versatile but has Kia done enough to extend its appeal writes Geraldine Herbert<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/strong> The Kia Soul is a small family car that proves that a cool and funky compact doesn’t have to break the bank.<\/p>\n

Who is it aimed at?<\/strong> Originally designed with young buyers firmly in their sights this quirky car would suit everyone from a small family to an older buyer.<\/p>\n

Styling? <\/strong>The new Soul has a very distinctive style and is essentially a supermini that looks and feels like a funsize and very funky SUV.<\/p>\n

Under the Bonnet<\/strong>: \u00a0There is only one engine option a 1.6-litre turbodiesel that comes with a pretty slick six-speed manual.gearbox.<\/p>\n

What about Inside?<\/strong> It is longer, wider and taller than before so space is much more improved and while not quite as quirky as the exterior styling might suggest overall everything is well made and there are some really nice touches\u00a0 and details throughout. Its best suited to carrying four people, but you could squeeze three good friends in the back . The boot is adequate for a car of this size.<\/p>\n

On the Road?<\/strong> \u00a0Thanks to a perky engine, good\u00a0handling and stiff suspension \u00a0the new Soul is a huge improvement over the last model and is fun to drive. \u00a0With excellent all-round visibility\u00a0and\u00a0light steering the Soul is ideal for urban driving but venture out of the city \u00a0and the punchy 1.6 diesel engine makes light work of motorways and feels safe and stable.<\/p>\n

And Safety?<\/strong> The Soul has not yet been tested by the EuroNCAP but safety basics include side and curtain\u00a0 airbags and ABS With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Front active head rests, Adaptive Brake Lights (Emergency Stop Signalling), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) with Brake-Assist System and Vehicle Stability Management (Vsm) as standard.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>

The cabin is also larger, with increased front leg room (by 20 mm), headroom (by 5 mm) and shoulder room (up 7.5 mm<\/p><\/div>\n

Options?<\/strong> Soul drivers have a choice of two trims, EX and Platium. Both are powered by a 1.6 diesel engine. The entry level EX is well equipped with features including 17\u201d Alloy Wheels ,Bluetooth ,Cruise Control\/Speed Limiter , climate control automatic air con ,digital radio and rear view camera. The Platinum option adds 18\u201d Alloys, sat nav,leather upholstery with heated front seats electrically adjustable drivers seat, panoramic sunroof and an Infinity sounds system<\/p>\n

What about fuel economy?<\/strong> The 1.6 engine returns 5.0 litres per 100 or 56mpg and with CO2<\/sub>\u00a0emissions of 132g\/km it is costs \u20ac270 to tax yearly.<\/p>\n

Okay so the Verdict?<\/strong>\u00a0 Sensible and stylish the Kia Soul makes an interesting family car choice. Kia has a good reliability\u00a0track record so don’t expect to spend much time on the hard shoulder. On the downside rivals are cheaper to run and the boot may be a tad too small depending on your needs but few cars will turn as many heads as the Kia Soul.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why you\u2019ll buy one?<\/strong> Well Made, Fun to drive; Funky Styling<\/p>\n

Why you won\u2019t? <\/strong>Fuel economy could be better; lack of engine choice<\/p>\n

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Rivals:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Peugeot 2008<\/a> \u2013 priced from \u20ac18,595
\nRenault Captur<\/a> \u2013 priced from \u00a0\u20ac19,390<\/p>\n

Engine: <\/strong>1.6-litre 128ps diesel
\nMax speed:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>180kph
\n0-100km\/h:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>11.3 secs
\nEmissions (motor tax): \u00a01<\/strong>32g\/km (\u20ac270)
\nStarting price:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u20ac24,495
\nModel price range:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u20ac24,495 \u2013 \u20ac28,495
\nNo of Doors:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>4
\nEuro NCAP<\/strong>: Not tested
\nFuel type:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Diesel
\nFuel Economy (combined cycle):<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>5.0 litre\/ 100 km
\nBoot Capacity Seats up (Seats down) : \u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0354 litres (686)
\nCar Seats:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>2 Isofix fittings in the rear and easy to use
\nLength:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>4,140mm
\n<\/strong>Width:<\/strong>\u00a01,800mm
\n<\/strong>Height:<\/strong>\u00a01,600mm
\n<\/strong>Wheelbase:<\/strong>\u00a02,570mm<\/p>\n

For more information check out\u00a0Kia Ireland\u00a0<\/a>or the\u00a0Kia Ireland\u00a0Facebook\u00a0<\/a>page.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\u00a0Geraldine Herbert<\/strong><\/p>\n

23rd September, 2014<\/strong><\/p>\n

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