Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the all-new 2010 Kia Soul was named to the "Most Exciting Cars of 2010" list by TIME.com, the online edition of TIME magazine.
A recent addition to the expanding Kia lineup, Soul's head-turning style was modeled
under the brand's current design evolution and offers consumers an attractive
vehicle with myriad personalization options as well as numerous standard
comfort and safety features. Also a recent recipient of a "Top Safety Pick"
by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and named to the "Top 10
Back-to-School Cars" by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com, Soul was recognized by
TIME.com for its roomy interior, large cargo volume, standard convenience
features and impressive value.
"Being recognized by TIME.com is further proof that the Kia Motors brand hit a
home run with the Soul and we are confident we are on the right track with
vehicles including the Forte compact sedan, Forte Koup two-door and upcoming
Sorento CUV,'" said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing of Kia Motors
America (KMA). "Consumers are looking for vehicles that offer an unbeatable
combination of style, fuel efficiency, technology, convenience and safety
features, and Soul offers the complete package in addition to the ability to
personalize and emotionally connect with your vehicle."
With a starting price below $14,000(1), Soul is available in four trims, Soul,
Soul+, Soul! (exclaim) and Soul sport. Kia Motors' newest five-door offers
consumers an immense amount of style and value, equipped with such
driver-friendly standard convenience features as an AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system
outfitted with SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities and three months
complimentary service(2), and USB and auxiliary input jacks in the center
console with full iPod(R)(3) and MP3 controllability via the audio head unit
and steering wheel controls (achieved with an optional accessory iPod cable).
Soul also offers an optional Audio Upgrade Package that includes a center
speaker, subwoofer, external amplifier and speaker lights that pulse to the
beat of the music to truly enhance the personal lounge atmosphere.
About Kia Motors America
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors
Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of
vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For 2008,
KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of increased U.S. market share. Kia
Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe
and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are
exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise." Kia
Motors America is the "Official Automotive Partner of the NBA." Information
about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its Web
site - www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit
www.kiamedia.com.
(1) Price shown for base model and does not include destination charge of
$695.
(2) Customers must renew SIRIUS subscription after trial period if they wish
to retain service. SIRIUS three-month complimentary subscription not
available in Canada, AK, or HI. For full terms and conditions, visit
sirius.com. SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of
SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.
(3) Accessory cable required for iPod(R) mobile digital device. Cable and
iPod sold separately. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
SOURCE Kia Motors America
