2018 Kia Soul Clarksville TN

What are the available trim levels and features for the 2018 Kia Soul?

Kia offers the Soul in three trim levels: Base, Plus, and Exclaim. The Base model comes equipped with features like satellite radio, 16-inch alloy wheels, a USB port, rear privacy glass, a six-speaker sound system, air conditioning, Bluetooth, a height-adjustable driver seat, and rear seats with 60/40 split-folding. The Convenience package available for the Base model adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic headlights, a 7-inch touchscreen, automatic climate control, the Uvo tech interface, and a rearview camera. The Plus model gains a cargo cover, 17-inch wheels, a rear center armrest, fog lights, upgraded cloth upholstery, heated mirrors, selectable drive modes, and keyless entry. There are quite a few packages available for the Plus that add features like keyless entry and ignition, a Harman Kardon sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather upholstery, two USB ports, 18-inch wheels and more! The top of the line Exclaim model adds keyless entry and ignition, a mix of cloth and leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, upgraded exterior trim, upgraded interior trim and gauges, and 18-inch wheels. The Technology package is available for the Exclaim model and adds the majority of the features from the Plus and Base packages.

What type of engine is each model powered by?

Each 2018 Kia Soul model is powered by a different engine. The Base model gets a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder that produces 130 horsepower and 118 pound-feet of torque which can be paired with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. When it comes to fuel economy this engine can achieve 30 miles to the gallon on the highway with both transmissions. The Plus model upgrades to a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that creates 161 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque. This engine is only matched to the six-speed automatic transmission and also gets 30 mpg on the highway. The Exclaim model is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that cranks out 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. This engine is matched to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and delivers the best fuel economy at 31 mpg on the highway. All three engines are equipped with front-wheel drive.

What type of safety and security features are offered for the 2018 model year?

Safety and security are taken to the next level in 2018 Kia Soul models. Each trim level comes equipped with a lengthy list of equipment that provides both passengers and drivers with peace of mind while on the road. Standard features include rear-child safety door locks, front seat-belt pretensioners, the LATCH system, four-wheel disc brakes with an anti-locking braking system, front and rear crumple zones, and electronic stability control. As well as side-impact door beams, vehicle stability management, a tires pressure monitoring system, electronic brake-force distribution, and hill start assist control. There are also dual front advanced airbags, dual front seat-mounted side airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags standard on all models.