All New KIA Soul 2013 Update Review

2013 KIA Soul 1 and KIA soul 2

The 2013 KIA Soul 1 and Soul 2 and the unique ‘Originals’ trio: Samba, Shaker and Burner make up the range. 5 stunning models and a 5-year unlimited mileage warranty as standard. Combining radical styling with cutting-edge technologies and exceptional build quality, Soul embodies Kia’s 'power to surprise'. KIA Soul 2 incorporates the same stunning specification as Soul 1, together with a choice of 1.6 litre petrol engine or a 1.6 litre diesel with optional 4-speed automatic gearbox. Other KIA Soul 2 refinements include 16 inch alloy wheels, body-coloured door handles, body coloured ‘vortex generating’ mirrors, tinted glass with shadeband, front fog lights, driver’s seat height adjust, leather steering wheel and gearshift and Black ‘Soul Shine’ cloth upholstery, named because it glows in the dark.

2013 KIA Soul Samba

Pump up the volume. You’re driving the coolest set of wheels this side of Rio de Janeiro...Bold. Loud. Exotic. If KIA Soul is all about having fun, Samba takes it to extremes. 2013 KIA Soul Samba doesn’t just look festive it pulsates with the spirit of the carnival. City street or beach retreat, this is more than just a car, it’s a lifestyle statement. The KIA Soul Samba offers a wealth of high-tech specifications. From its vibrant Tornado Red paintwork, to its sound-sensitive, mood-reflecting lighting and growling subwoofer speaker, inside and out, Samba is the ultimate in urban chic. Prepare to drive an unashamed attention grabber. With 18 inch alloy wheels, smoked privacy glass and stylish lip rear spoiler as standard, Samba personifies fun.

The quality is in the detail: air conditioning, all-round electric windows, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, Piano Black high-gloss bumper pack, reversing sensors, engine immobiliser and ISOFIX child seat anchors all come as standard. If you think the Samba looks bold, just wait until you try the sound system. We’ve upgraded it to include an external ampand 8-speaker audio system including a sub-woofer in the rear and a dash-mounted central speaker. A USB/AUX port and iPod cable also come as standard.

2013 KIA Soul Shaker

The remarkable 2013 KIA Soul Shaker draws its inspiration from the timeless aesthetic of American Shaker design, uniting traditional and contemporary styles in a bold fusion of ideas. More elegant in concept than its fellow ‘Originals’ stable mates, the first thing you’ll notice about the KIA Soul Shaker is its subtly defined livery: elegant vanilla paintwork is complemented by its retro-inspired chrome rear bumper garnish. The vanilla colour theme is reiterated on the interior with a cream dashboard and distinctive houndstooth upholstery.

But don’t be fooled by appearances. Beneath its understated facade, Shaker bristles with premium features including 18 inch alloy wheels and 6-speaker audio system. Switch into reverse and a wideangle rearview camera transmits to an LCD video panel set into the electrochromic rearview mirror, making parking a breeze. You’ll also stay cool in the summer with Shaker’s electric sunroof and air conditioning which both come as standard. Other Shaker refinements include a leather steering wheel and gearshift, bodycoloured door mirrors and handles, metallic interior door handles and centre fascia, tilt adjustable steering and driver’s seat height adjustment. Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, engine immobiliser and ISOFIX child seat anchors are all included as standard.

2013 KIA Soul Burner
Flagship of the founding Soul ‘Concept’ trio, the enigmatic 2013 KIA Soul Burner remains true to the design concept. To suggest that the new Burner draws attention to itself is an understatement. This is not a car for the introverted. But if you’re looking for excitement you won’t be disappointed, because this is the undisputed rebel of the pack. Masculine. Extreme. With its unique red tiger-nose grille and door mirrors, Quartz Black livery, black headlamp trim, chrome door handles and striking dragon decal, this top-of-the-range head turner oozes attitude.

Standard Burner refinements include its stunning 18 inch alloy wheels, privacy glass and rear spoiler. To match your KIA Soul Burner’s looks, you’ll also enjoy superb performance from a potent 1.6 litre 126 bhp turbo-diesel engine, power steering and UK tuned suspension. All-round visibility delivered by the elevated driving position and a turning circle of just 5.25m make Burner perfectly equipped to deal with the urban jungle. As you’d expect, Burner’s audio system doesn’t disappoint. Features include an external amp and 8-speaker audio system including a sub-woofer, dash-mounted central speaker and sound-sensitive speaker lights which can pulsate to match your music. Be amongst the first to own this unique limited edition. You’ll need to move fast though, as only a restricted number of Burners are available.

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