Performance

The new Kia Soul offers up two gas engine options along with an electric version (Soul EV). The base gas engine powering the Kia Soul is a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine that makes 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. If the base offering is a bit less powerful than you'd like, jumping to the available 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine might be a good idea. Amsterdam drivers that jump for the 1.6-liter turbocharged engine can look forward to 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The new Kia Soul includes a variety of transmission options, with the base LX coming equipped (in its most basic configuration) with a 6-speed manual transmission. If you're not interested in a manual transmission, the Kia Soul also provides and available automatic transmission option. The 1.6-liter inline-4 engine comes equipped with its own transmission, which is a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission. Yorkville, NY drivers thinking of opting for the Kia Soul EV can enjoy 201 horsepower and 291 pound-feet of torque.

• 2.0-liter inline-4 engine: 147 horsepower/ 132 pound-feet of torque; estimate fuel economy: 25/31 city/highway miles per gallon
• 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 201 horsepower/ 195 pound-feet of torque; estimated fuel economy: 27/32 city/highway miles per gallon
• 6-speed manual transmission/ available 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive

Technology

The Kia Soul comes outfitted with plenty of tech to help New Hartford drivers stay connected and entertained while on Syracuse area roads. The base Kia Soul comes equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment display, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, and a USB port. Tech doesn't change drastically until the Kia Soul EX and Turbo trim levels. The Kia Soul EX incudes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display, voice recognition, and wireless charging. The Kia Soul Turbo boasts a head-up display and a Harman/Kardon audio system

Interior

Amsterdam drivers can expect a wide variety of interior convenience and comfort features, with higher trims coming equipped with near-luxury options. The Kia Soul LX includes cloth-trimmed seats, a 6-way manually adjustable driver's seat, and air conditioning. The Kia Soul S makes a handful of changes, including a center console with armrest/stowage, an 8-way power adjustable driver' seat, and auto start/stop functionality. The X-Line trim doesn't change a great deal as far as the interior goes. New Hartford drivers can enjoy a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The GT-Line trim adds in a sunroof and cosmetic additions while the EX makes a wide swath of changes. The Kia Soul EX includes heated fronts eats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and heated side mirrors. The Kia Soul Turbo features a heated steering wheel, 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, and a Harman/Kardon audio system.