U.S. News and World Report named the 2016 Kia Soul the Best Compact Car for Families. With the combination of high safety and reliability ratings, it was no surprise to Jim Butler Kia that the 2016 Soul came out on top.
The 2016 Kia Soul has many family friendly features: advanced driver assistance systems, cutting edge technology, spacious passenger seating, and cargo space. It is a great pick for families on the go, who want a vehicle with a small footprint, and plenty of interior space.
The base model comes equipped with the Convenience package has a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, SiriusXM satellite radio, and integrated Rear Camera Display. The Soul EV now comes with a two-toned color combo: white with a red roof or red with a black roof. It also has 18-inch alloy wheels with black spokes, leather steering wheel and gear shift knobs. The Premium Package features Forward Collision Warning System, and Lane Departure Warning System, both new to the Kia Soul.
Designer Collection and Premium packages ups the Soul’s wow factor for new model year
Some features that originally debuted in the luxurious KIA K900 can be found throughout the interiors of the new 2016 KIA Soul. These features come on two of the new packages that will be available for the 2016 Soul at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley — the Premium Package and Designer Collection Package.
New standard features for all three trims
The three trim levels of the Soul (Base, + and !) will still be available for 2016, however all three will have new features to go along with them. The Soul 2016 Bases will now have alloy wheels standard, as will the other two trims, and when equipped with the Convenience Package, a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, SiriusXM satellite radio and integrated Rear Camera Display are added as well.
The 2016 KIA Soul + (Plus) gets a basketful of new standard features than the previous model year. The added standard features include gloss black bumper “tusks,” fog lights and integrated Rear Camera Display according to KIA. The ! (Exclaim) trims now have leather-trimmed seats standard for 2016.
Designer Collector Package adds more style to Soul
A new Designer Collection package is available for 2016 KIA Souls. For the exterior, two visually striking two-toned color combinations can be had: either white with a red roof or red with a black roof. Also noticeable on the exterior are the 18-inch alloy wheels with black spokes. Interior upgrades include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob.
Premium Package takes Exclaim to next level
Make the 2016 KIA Soul ! even more exciting with the optional Premium Package. The driving experience and safety is enhanced greatly with the Forward Collision and Lane Departure warning systems.
Other features that come with the Premium Package include:
Navigation
Upgraded Infinity audio system
String-LED front speaker surround mood lighting
Panoramic sunroof
Ventilated front driver and passenger seats
Seat heaters for all four outboard positions
Ten-way power adjustable driver’s seat
Leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel
Leather-wrapped gearshift knob
Powertrain for the 2016 Soul
For the 2016 Soul Base, a 1.6-liter I4 engine is capable of up to 130 horsepower and up to 118 lb.-ft. of torque. This is mated with a six-speed manual or optional six-speed automatic transmission. The + and ! have the 2.0-L engine with 164 horsepower and up to 151 lb.-ft. of torque. These trims are exclusive with the six-speed automatic transmission.
To learn more about the KIA Soul or to schedule a test drive, call Jim Butler KIA today at 636-256-9600 or contact us online. As your St. Louis KIA dealer, we invite you to check out our new KIA Souls in-person at our Chesterfield dealership. If you’re in the St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur or Maryland Heights area, stop by our lot at 722 Long Road Crossing in Chesterfield. Here at Jim Butler KIA, you can make your new vehicle purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, MO, and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights KIA dealer.
U.S. News and World Report named the 2016 Kia Soul the Best Compact Car for Families. With the combination of high safety and reliability ratings, it was no surprise to Jim Butler Kia that the 2016 Soul came out on top.
