KIA Soul Is In Top 10 Back To School Car in US

The highly personalizable vehicle was praised for its modern styling, generous interior space and long-list of modern technology features.
“With its unique styling and personalization options and outstanding safety and reliability ratings, the Soul appeals to both younger buyers and their parents,” said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing & communications, KMA. “The award-winning five-door urban passenger vehicle, along with the 2011 Sorento and Sportage, reflects Kia Motors’ design-led transformation and continues to attract new buyers to Kia showrooms.”

Compiled by editors at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, all vehicles selected offer reliability, safety, affordability, practicality as well as the latest and greatest safety and technology advancements. Editors considered all new cars with a New Car Blue Book Value less than US$18,000 and all used cars 2005 model year and newer with a Kelley Blue Book Suggested Retail Value of less than US$12,000.

A 2010 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the Soul has a trophy case full of awards and accolades, including: "Best Family Cars for 2010" by Edmunds.com and Parents Magazine, "Best Hatchback of 2010" by Cars.com, "2010 Top Cars for Families" by Motherproof.com, and 2010 "Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000" from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. Soul is available in four trims – Soul, Soul+, Soul! (exclaim) and Soul sport. Pricing for the versatile five-door begins under $14,000.

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