KIA Soul Offers Comfortable Ride and Storage for St. Louis Families

CUV has roomy dimensions for driver and passengers while providing the storage space needed

Don’t let the size or shape of the KIA Soul fool you. Those who are looking for an SUV-style vehicle for the storage and comfort but don’t want to spend a lot at the pump could consider a KIA Soul from Jim Butler KIA.

The KIA Soul may seem like a typical boxy car, but the Soul is anything but ordinary. Those who don’t know much about the Soul might not think that five adults — let alone a family with children — could fit comfortably in the seats. That’s where the naysayers are wrong.

While the Soul is a function-first vehicle, it doesn’t mean that style and comfort have to take a back seat. The Soul takes its function and turns it into style. Sure, it may look “boxy” to the untrained eye, but don’t let the shape get you down. Take a look for yourself with a test drive of a KIA Soul. You can even bring the children along to see how comfortable of a ride it can be for kids and adults.

The interior is also of durable quality, and the leather accents when used bring a delightful contrast to the quality cloth materials. Drivers will be happy with the intuitive knobs and UVO infotainment system.

To make a great family vehicle, it has to be able to store items. Don’t worry about not having room for the kids’ sports equipment or even your own bike. The seats can even fold flat if you need more storage, so don’t feel out of place at the hardware store picking up some 2x4s.

The Soul doesn’t have to be flashy to be a perfect fit for a family vehicle. Those searching for an underestimated alternative for the traditional large SUVs should definitely check out a KIA Soul from Jim Butler KIA. You can contact us online, and our friendly sales staff will be happy to assist you in your purchasing process.

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 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.

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K900 Leads the Way with Record High Score in Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

Luxury model’s Presidents Award along with three other KIA models rank top in segments

The KIA K900 took a monumental step forward as KIA’s flagship luxury model earned the rare President’s Award from AutoPacific’s Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSAs). This award is given to the vehicle that achieves the highest-ever overall VSA award. The K900, available at St. Louis’ exclusive K900 dealer Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley, set the new record in the VSAs.

More than 65,000 owners of new 2015 model year vehicles rated their vehicles in 50 detailed attributes ranging from fuel economy, comfort and convenience. AutoPacific’s survey didn’t just want to give awards based on highest performance or price tag — they wanted to rate the overall experience of owning a new car.

K900 in Rare Company

When the votes were tallied and the numbers calculated, the 2015 KIA K900 was deemed the cream of the crop and became just the third vehicle in the past 19 years to earn the President’s Award.

The K900 not only won the overall award but also bested the competition in the Luxury Car Category. KIA’s luxury entry not only continues to rake in the accolades, but it also goes head-to-head with luxury brands such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Those in St. Louis who are looking for the luxury sedan amenities without the luxury tag should definitely consider the outstanding K900 from Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley.

The interior and exterior of the K900 both give off the luxury vibe with their attention to details and fine materials throughout. The K900 is powered by the first V8 engine ever in a KIA sedan, and 5.0-liter engine roars out 420 horsepower. Whether under the hood or behind the wheel, the K900 is certainly a luxury sedan for fans to pay attention to.

KIA most awarded brand in 2015 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

KIA didn’t just stop with the K900. Three other models — the Cadenza, Soul (tie) and Sportage — each came out on top in their categories. The Cadenza in the Large Car format, the Soul tied for first in the Compact car category and the Sportage won the Compact CUV segment.

Each of these three vehicles wowed their owners so much that they took home more awards for the KIA brand, In fact, these four victories gave KIA more category winners than any other brand. KIA also ranked third in overall brand score among non-premium automakers.

Congratulations to all these KIA models for impressing and meeting the needs of all their new owners. You can get in on the fun to with any other these and other KIA models at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley!

To learn more about the K900 and other KIA models, 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 KIAs 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.

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KIA Soul Listed Among the Most Recommended by Autoblog

Affordability, Modern Design contributes to Soul’s spot on the list

Autoblog researches and reports on thousands of vehicles and makes lists for various prospective buyers depending on what they are in the market for. One of the vehicles that comes up most often is the KIA Soul, available at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley!

Autoblog contends that “if a car is good enough to recommend once, it's good enough to recommend to everyone,” which is the reason for compiling a list of cars such as the KIA Soul that are so highly and often favored.

The KIA Soul is praised by Autoblog for its cost-effectiveness and appealing style. With a new KIA Soul, owners can have the SUV experience without the SUV enormity. This also aids the Soul’s up to 31 MPG Hwy. New St. Louis Soul owners will enjoy the Soul’s standard 1.6L 4-cylinder engine or the optional 2.0L 4-cylinder engine.

Autoblog likes its fresh and modern design and quality interior which is tailored for comfort. Great interior features in the 2015 Soul include Ventilated/Heated Seats, Panoramic Sunroof and the unique color changing interior lighting that can change with the mood of your music!

For recent college graduates or those starting a new family, Autoblog recommends the Soul for Millennials. For those in this market, Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis has a wide variety of new Souls to choose from!

To learn more about the award-winning 2015 KIA Soul, call Jim Butler KIA today at 636-256-9600. As your St. Louis KIA dealer, we invite you to check out the Soul 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 Soul purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, MO, and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights KIA dealer.

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One of the Cool Kids: Soul Lands on KBB Coolest Under $18K 2015 List

Versatility, Style among reasons why 2015 Soul earns place for fourth straight year

 The 2015 KIA Soul at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley is known for its unique look and popularity, and the same Souls have earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s (KBB) annual Coolest New Car’s Under $18,000 List. This year marks the fourth consecutive year that the Soul has been named to KBB’s list.

The Soul urban hatchback has been quite a popular choice among compact SUV buyers, and the second generation KIA Soul’s place on the KBB’s Coolest of 2015 list backs up its numbers. SUV fans who perhaps don’t need a full-size vehicle can find what they need in a 2015 Soul.

It’s not just the sales numbers that back up the Soul’s awards. The 2015 KIA Soul’s style and versatility played a big role in the decision.

“Some cool vehicles aren’t very versatile, but the Kia Soul made our list of the 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 just because it is so versatile,” Jack Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com said. “On the road, the Soul’s funky, squared-off shape won’t be mistaken for anything else, and standing out is cool. At the same time, its collection of useful features and its interior versatility at a very affordable price add significantly to its overall cool quotient.”

Umbra Color Package enhances Soul’s “cool quotient”

The Soul’s highest trim level for 2015 features new options for both the interior and exterior. The Exclaim model is available with the Umber Color Package. Owners can choose between Fathom Blue or Cloud white for the exterior color as well as Gloss Black wheel inserts. For the interior, premium Nappa leather seating surfaces and door armrest accents give the KIA Soul Exclaim an extra cool touch.

Two different engines power the 2015 Soul’s three trim levels. The entry Base trim is powered by a GDI 1.6-liter DOHC 4-cylinder GAMMA engine. This efficient engine produces up to 130-horsepower and up to 118 lb.-ft. of torque; it’s mated with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

The Plus and Exclaim trims find their power from the 2.0-L engine with up to 164 hp and torque of 151 lb.-ft. These two levels are exclusive with the automatic transmission.

The 2015 Soul is a capable, affordable, unique yet great choice for a family vehicle. Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley has a variety of 2015 Souls to choose from!

To learn more about the award-winning 2015 KIA Soul, call Jim Butler KIA today at 636-256-9600. As your St. Louis Kia dealer, we invite you to check out the Soul 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 Soul purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, MO, and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights Kia dealer.

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Jim Butler Black Tie Custom Tint Offered for KIA Models at Jim Butler KIA

Paint Protection and Ceramic Tint among services offered for KIA vehicles in St. Louis

When one considers tinted vehicles with paint protection film, the mind may picture grand Maserati Ghiblis, classy Chevrolet Impalas or pavement-pounding Camaros. But what if someone in St. Louis owns a KIA Optima or a KIA Soul?

With Jim Butler’s Black Tie packages, we make sure our KIAs don’t miss out on the fun either. Now, thanks to the Jim Butler Black Tie service offers at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley, your St. Louis KIA Souls, Optimas, Sorentos and K900s tint and Black Tie custom needs are taken care of.

Imagine your KIA Soul or K900, decked out with black-on-black-on-black customer charcoal and ceramic tint. With Jim Butler’s Black Tie Custom Tint and Paint Protection, your St. Louis KIA can be an attention-grabber for a night on the town.

Cut heat, protect interior with Custom Tint Packages 

Protect your KIA SUV, coupe or sedan with the KIA window tint packages from Jim Butler Black Tie.

Whether it is a scorching interior, premature wear and fade or even glare interfering with your driving on the way home from work, Jim Butler offers tradition charcoal and quality ceramic film tint for up to nine windows — perfect for a new KIA Soul. Tint film (from 5 to 35 percent transparency) can slash the heat in your vehicle by up to 65 percent — and we know how hot the St. Louis summers can be! It also helps protect your interior and keep it looking showroom-fresh.

Along with keeping your interior cool and pristine, our Paint Protection Film packages act like body armor for your paint on all those concerning spots that are more likely to sustain damage. Protect your KIA’s paint with a package that covers partial hood and fenders or one that covers that and adds mirrors and bumpers.

We also offer a Black Chrome Wheel Package on wheels 19 inches and more to complete the look from top to bottom. With our expertise and precision, we ensure a slick, fresh, off-the-showroom-floor vehicle for years to come.

Thanks to Jim Butler Black Tie Custom Tint and Paint Protection, your KIA can look showroom sharp for longer!

To learn more about our KIA selection, call us today at 888-392-6606. As your St. Louis Kia dealer, we invite you to check out our KIAs 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 KIA purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, MO, and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights Kia dealer.

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Soul EV Takes Home 2015 ‘MotorWeek’ Drivers’ Choice Award

The eco-friendly 2015 Kia Soul EV won the Drivers’ Choice Award from “MotorWeek,” a PBS show that analyzes trends, new products and new automotive technology. “MotorWeek’s” awards can be used as a car-shopping guide for new vehicle customers.

The 2015 Kia Soul EV impressed “MotorWeek’s” judges with its practicality, design, cargo space, interior room and rear seat leg room (more than other EV competitors). The Soul EV also has the best range in its segment at an EPA estimated 93 miles.

“'MotorWeek’s' Best Eco-Friendly Vehicle award is a great honor from a respected source and a powerful endorsement of the Soul EV’s unique blend of range, utility, style and value,” Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning for Kia Motors America, said.

The host and executive producer of “MotorWeek,” John Davis, noted the Soul EV’s higher power and range than its all-electric competition. He also noted that the Soul EV keeps the style of its gasoline-powered siblings. The Soul EV has a premium interior and standard amenities including navigation with eight-inch touchscreen, a 6.6kW on-board charger, CHAdeMO DC fast charge port, Rear Camera Display and a HVAC system that extends the EV’s range by minimizing energy draw.

Jim Butler Kia in St. Louis has a selection of 2015 Kia Souls waiting for their next owner. To learn more about the award-winning Kia Soul, call us today at 888-392-6606. As your St. Louis Kia dealer, we invite you to check out the Soul 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 Soul purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, Mo., and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights Kia dealer.

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2014 Kia Soul Earns Third Consecutive J.D. Power APEAL Award

Sometimes you *can* improve on perfection.

The funky, fun-to-drive 2014 Kia Soul recently earned the J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) award for the third straight year in the Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle segment. That's significant, especially since the 2014 Soul is a complete overhaul and is coming off its best-ever first-half sales performance in company history.

The J.D. Power APEAL study measures new-vehicle owners’ overall satisfaction with their vehicles in the first 90 days of ownership, and results are divided into the following categories: exterior, interior, storage, audio, seats, heating and ventilation, driving dynamics, powertrain, visibility and fuel economy.

“Since launching in 2009, the Soul has earned a devoted following thanks to its unique blend of attitude, style, technology and value,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of sales and marketing for Kia Motors America. “Now in its second iteration, the iconic Soul remains true to its roots while adding refinement both inside and out. Taking top honors in its segment for the third year in a row in the J.D. Power APEAL study is further verification that the Soul just keeps getting better.”

The 2014 Soul sold a record 74,999 units in the first half of 2014.

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Kia Soul Adds Enhancements for 2015

Sometimes it's hard to improve on perfection, but Kia is committed to trying. The 2015 Kia Soul is getting a few tweaks for the new model year. Kia enthusiasts will remember that the Soul underwent a major refresh for 2014, but this year, just a few enhancements are needed.

The base model for the 2015 Kia Soul now is available with a UVO eServices package, a free subscription that's available for ten years or 100,000 miles. The package includes Geo-fencing, download access to iTunes and Google Play, and a speed and curfew alert system.

The Soul Exclaim model is seeing a little change, too, as the 2015 model will be available with a new Umber Color Package. With it, Kia fans will be able to choose from Fathom Blue or Cloud White exterior paint, Nappa leather seats and trim, and special wheels with gloss black accents.

The 2015 Soul Plus model remains unchanged.

Stop by Jim Butler Kia to learn more about the 2015 Kia Soul updates.