Jim Butler KIA Soul Makes “10 Best Interiors” list

For this year’s “10 Best Interiors” list conducted by WardsAuto, 41 vehicles were looked at based on ergonomics, driver information, fit-and-finish, materials, value, safety, comfort and design.  Making the list this year is the KIA Soul at Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis.

The KIA Soul was the lowest-priced among the 10 vehicles but still proved to have one of the best interiors in the industry.  The Soul was recognized for its two-toned interior and comfort.  According to WardsAuto, the KIA Soul also had the “grooviest interior” out of all ten vehicles.

Schedule a test drive of the 2014 KIA Soul at Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis today!

Jim Butler KIA Presents the New 2015 KIA Sedona

The 2015 KIA Sedona coming to Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis offers everything from a roomier cabin to the being equipped with the latest technologies. The new Sedona is top in its class!

Need more room? The 2015 KIA Sedona can fit 7 to 8 passengers still providing plenty of leg room and cargo room. The new Sedona also provides more front shoulder room and a slightly higher hip-point improving driver visibility.

The 2015 KIA Sedona is made from 76-percent high-strength steel making it 36-percent stiffer than the best of its competition. With the new improvements, KIA expects the new Sedona to get a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Equipped with a 3.3-liter V6, the 2015 Sedona is good for 276 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

The all-new Sedona will be the first KIA to offer four new eServices features including Geo-fencing, Speed Alert, Curfew Alert and Driving Score.  The latest technology including a new UVO system with Siri “Eyes Free6” and local search are available and allow easy access to finding locations, addresses and points of interest.

Jim Butler KIA will let you know when the new 2015 KIA Sedona will be arriving in St. Louis! In the meantime, check out our current inventory!

KIA named Kelley Blue Book 2014 “Best Value Brand”

Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis just received news that KIA Motors America is a 2014 Brand Image Award winner for the “Best Value Brand” by Kelley Blue Book.  KIA’s commitment to providing value to its customers with fuel-efficient and stylish vehicles is what sets KIA apart from other brands. KIA is being recognized for its evolution into a high-value brand even beating out Honda for this years “Best Value Brand!”

Check out our KIA inventory at Jim Butler KIA and test drive a new KIA today!

New Yet-To-Be-Named KIA Coming to Jim Butler KIA

There’s a new KIA coming to town and Jim Butler KIA can’t wait. The new KIA will be making its first appearance at the upcoming New York auto show later this month.

Although the new KIA remains nameless, we do know that the eight passenger vehicle will feature sliding rear doors and a sporty exterior look. It is unknown what the engine type or transmission type will be for the new van but KIA assures that “this global debut will challenge the segment.”

Jim Butler KIA will have more info on the new KIA after its debut later this month so stay tuned to our blog and don’t forget to check out our current KIA inventory!

KIA Looking to Make a Two-Door Soul?

It’s true, the popular KIA Soul might be transforming into a two-door Soul-based coupe. The KIA Soul leads in sales numbers among subcompact crossover/wagon competitors in the U.S. and at Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis.

Similar to the KIA Track’ster concept which debut two years ago at the Chicago Auto Show, the new two-door Soul may have a 250-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine. KIA claims this engine will fit under the hood of the two-door Soul if the coupe ever goes to production.

Jim Butler KIA hopes the two-door Soul rumor is true but KIA has not made any official announcements. Make sure to check our blog at Jim Butler KIA for more information on the KIA two-door Soul!

The New Electric 2015 KIA Soul EV

Making its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2015 KIA Soul EV showed off its electric capabilities. The 2015 KIA Soul EV will be for sale later this year at Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis.

The 2015 KIA Soul EV will have a range expectation of 80 to 100 miles taking 24 hours, on an ordinary household current, to charge. With a 240-volt charger, the new Soul EV will take 5 hours to fully charge. For the fastest possible charge, buyers can opt for a 50 KW system charging the 2015 KIA Soul EV to 80% in about 33 minutes.

Fitted with three charging ports, the 2015 KIA Soul EV offers two ports for conventional AC charging and one for CHAdeMo public stations. CHAdeMo meaning CHArge de Move, can charge the Soul in less than 30 minutes. Three charger suppliers will be offered including Bosch, Leviton and AeroVironment.

The new 2015 KIA Soul EV will provide two operating presets- Eco On and Eco Off. Each will offer “Drive” and “Brakes” modes which can capture as much as 12 percent of the lost kinetic energy.

Powered by a liquid-cooled AC synchronous permanent magnet electric motor, the 2015 KIA Soul EV is good for 109 horsepower and 210 Ib-ft of torque. The new Soul is estimated to do 0-to-60-mph in less than 12 seconds.

An app displaying all recharging stations will be available plus KIA dealers who sell electric Souls will offer free recharging to KIA customers!

Stay tuned to Jim Butler KIA for more information on the 2015 KIA Soul EV!

The Refreshed 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid Coming to Jim Butler KIA in St. Louis

The Chicago Auto Show revealed a refreshed 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid. With updated front and rear fascias, the 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid was designed with efficiency in mind. Jim Butler Kia cannot wait to get the 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid on the lot in St. Louis!

The 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid showed off its eco-friendly additions including updated front and rear fascias designed to increase aerodynamic efficiency, new wheel designs, and unique grill and lighting elements. 

The new Hybrid has a combined gas-electric 199 horsepower rating and a combined 235 Ib.-ft. of torque with its 47 HP electric traction motor. Available in two trims, the LX and EX models, with the LX model achieving an EPA estimated 36 mpg city and 40 mpg highway. The EX trim gets an EPA estimated 35 mpg city and 39 mpg highway.

Inside the new 2014 Optima Hybrid you will find a 4.3-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster and optional high-resolution 8-inch navigation and telematics screen.  Other high-tech features include push button ignition, UVO eServices, 8-speaker Infinity sound system and SiriusXM Traffic.

Advanced safety features including passenger advanced front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, four-wheel Antilock Brake System, Vehicle Stability Management and Electronic Stability Control come standard with all trims of the 2014 Optima Hybrid.

Make sure to come take a test drive of the 2014 KIA Optima Hybrid when it arrives in St. Louis at Jim Butler KIA!