Kia soul what color does it look like. In Russia, orders have begun for the updated KIA Soul and KIA Soul GT. Kia Soul GT. For those who love sports

One of the most important criteria when choosing a car is the color scheme of the body. Many car enthusiasts rack their brains for a long time about which color to choose, because a lot can depend on it. For example, a man who wants to look more respectable will prefer more austere and darker tones. A young man can choose a bright color to attract the attention of girls. The same is true for women, regardless of age - they always want to attract attention, and they approach the choice of car color very responsibly, giving preference to bright, rich tones.

In today's article we will talk about the body colors of the Kia Soul, which should receive an update at the end of this year. Of course, this car has always stood out for its unusual appearance, but the developers went even further and significantly expanded the range of color options. Thus, the company decided to increase the level of demand for the car to its previous high levels.

Critics and ordinary car enthusiasts positively accepted this fact, because it shows that the Korean giant is listening to its fans. So, now let's move on to discussing colors.

The Kia Soul color range includes:

• Green is an excellent option for both the female and male half of car enthusiasts. Emphasizes the status and respectability of the car owner.



• Titanium gray is considered by many experts to be one of the most unsuitable colors for Soul, but, oddly enough, it is in great demand among our compatriots.



• White is a traditional option that is available for almost all models. Perfect for the Kia Soul crossover.



• Mustard yellow is one of the brightest options. Usually, it is preferred by women, but you can often find men driving a yellow Soul.



• Iris is an option, to put it mildly, for everyone, but, as you know, there is a buyer for every product.



• Red is probably one of the most common Soul colors. According to company representatives, marketers advised paying special attention to yellow and red colors.



• Silver – unisex option. Both women and men will feel comfortable in such a car.



• Blue is the color of dreamers and adventurers and is very popular among young people. However, for some reason this particular version is produced in the smallest edition.



• Vanilla is a purely feminine option, emphasizing the tenderness and sophistication of the owner of the car.



• Black – and this, on the contrary, is a purely masculine option. The black color gives the crossover that solidity and aggressiveness that it so lacks.



• Dark blue is a color that has not caught on much, and, most likely, we will no longer see it in further modifications of the “Korean”.



• Red and black is the most popular of the two-tone color options. The roof and windshield pillars are made in black, and the entire lower part of the body is red.



• Dark blue with white - the roof and wheel elements are decorated in white, and everything else is dark blue.



• Red-black is the “hellish option”, which is preferred by fans of dynamic driving. The entire body is black, except for the roof, which is painted red.



• Red and white is a very stylish and modern combination, and perhaps one of the best in the range.

These are the body color options that will be available for new modifications of the Kia Soul. Each car enthusiast will be able to choose the most suitable option for himself, which will emphasize his status or driving style.

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Moscow, February 6, 2017– KIA Motors Rus reports that today, February 6, 2017, all dealerships of the brand in the Russian Federation began accepting orders for the updated model, including the new sports version of the GT. The updated one is available on the Russian market in six trim levels (Classic, Comfort, Luxe, Prestige, Premium and GT) at prices ranging from 869,900 to 1,369,900 rubles. The car features a best-in-class choice of body colors with 15 options. The monochrome palette has expanded to 11 options, 3 new body colors have been added: Mysterious blue, Russet brown and Wild orange. There are four two-tone paint combinations available: Clear White body with Inferno Red roof, Inferno Red body with Cherry Black roof, Mysterious Blue body with Clear White roof, and Russet Brown body with white roof. roof Clear White.

The first generation of this model appeared on the market 9 years ago. Now the updated 2017 Kia Soul has been presented to the world. In the meantime, we can discuss what awaits us in the stylish new car. Still, this car is one of the most popular in its class.

Korean manufacturers hid the appearance of the restyled car for a long time, but in open areas not masked with film, it was clear that the sides and roof had not changed. Therefore, one could expect a new design for the bumpers and air intakes. The optics will probably change. There is every chance that new paint options will appear.

The rumors that the new Kia Soul 2017 will receive some design elements from the conceptual Trailster have been largely confirmed. It was shown at the Chicago Auto Show last year. Then the public accepted the car well, recognizing that a production model based on it had a future.

People managed to debunk the myths and confirm their guesses last fall, when the Soul and its GT modification appeared at the Paris Motor Show. The bumpers and false radiator grille have really changed. The rest of the car's appearance remains the same.

Now the Kia Soul 2017 has a new body with a length of 4.14 m, a width of 1.8 m and a height of 1.618 m. The wheelbase is 2.57 m. Due to the specific shape, the car seems compact from the outside, but there is still a lot inside places.

Fans of the model are also offered a new design package. Here's what it will include:

• stylish new front bumper with more aggressive features;
• original wheels for those who are tired of the classics;
• powerful fog lights with bright LEDs;
• rollover detector. Although the car is very stable, such an addition would not be superfluous.

Interior features

Will the 2017 Kia Soul get any significant interior changes? From the available data we can conclude that they will affect not so much the interior as what will be installed on the main panel. They promise a modern complex, including a number of controls and multimedia capabilities.

The seat upholstery will remain the same. In any case, in the configuration that we managed to photograph. However, this can hardly be called a significant drawback of the restyled car. The previous version used good materials.

Specifications

The new 2017 Kia Soul will slot between the Sportage and Cee'd models. A line of engines has already been prepared for the release of the new product. So far, public interest is focused on the 201-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged unit. This configuration comes with 7 tbsp. “robot” and spends 8.4 liters. gasoline when used in a mixed cycle.

If you're not a fan of petrol units, there's also a very decent 1.6-litre turbodiesel to choose from. 128 l. s./260 Nm. It has low fuel consumption, which will please those who want to save money.

Interestingly, for the domestic Korean market, the new product is offered with two additional units. The first is GDI, with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 132 l/s, equipped with a 6-speed gearbox. automatic, the second is a diesel engine of similar volume with 135 horsepower. To go with it, in addition to the mentioned automatic transmission, you can also buy a 7-speed robotic one, offering dual clutch.

Many motorists even regret that these configurations are not available either in Russia or on the European market. A separate modification with a more powerful turbocharged engine is being prepared for the American market.

As for the driving characteristics, they are unlikely to change much with the advent of the updated model. The compact crossover, more reminiscent of a hatchback, is still not designed for off-road use. Its suspension and low ground clearance directly hint that the car was developed for the city. Moreover, if in winter your locality is covered with one and a half meters of snowdrifts, and in spring and autumn there is knee-deep mud, you can hardly count on the car to behave like a Hummer.

However, if you need to drive somewhere in the regional center on dry ground or a rocky road, the suspension will not fall apart either. Test drives of the Soul showed that it is quite durable and stands confidently on its wheels even in difficult turns. Wide and stocky, the Kia has good stability.

Don't try to make it a desert conqueror or an all-terrain vehicle. In any modification you get a ground clearance of 165 mm. For comparison, any classic jeep, even if it is a modest “Chinese”, has at least 175. However, there is a plus. The fact that the car has short overhangs gives it some advantages over many SUVs that sit on their bellies at every opportunity.

Don't expect fast acceleration. It is already known that a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine accelerates a car in a straight line from 0 to 100 km/h in 12 seconds. However, this is not bad, considering that the equipment is clearly not for racing. Read on for a faster version. Does this engine have any advantages? First of all, it is reliable. Secondly, it consumes 8 liters of gasoline in the combined cycle. Thirdly, it is simple and cheap to maintain. If you are interested in reliability and savings, this is your choice. The main thing is not to skimp on the quality of consumables.

Possible options

The basic option is unlikely to excite potential buyers. However, the South Korean manufacturer understands this very well. That is why it offers many useful features. We can’t call them new, because... almost all were available for the previous version.

In particular, you can order this car with a heated steering wheel and seats (both front and rear). Considering how quickly the interior freezes in winter, this is a really useful option for Russian fans of the brand.

The second option is cruise control. If you find a large stretch of flat road in your city, good. But overall, it’s a dubious pleasure for our country. Unfortunately, high-quality coverage is rather the exception. Therefore, the need for this option is a very controversial issue for most buyers from Russia.

The safety of the car can be enhanced by installing additional airbags and curtains on the sides. This option is really useful.

If you are a fan of glass panoramic roofs, we can please you - such a part can be installed on your new car. A rear armrest can also be ordered. If you need a light sensor, then it can also be offered as an option. Turning on the headlights and low beam. It works in about one and a half seconds.

Kia Soul GT. For those who love sports

When it comes to SOUL, no one even thinks that this vehicle can be fast. Designed for a measured life and driving on city streets, this crossover from KIA is not designed for sudden jerks. But there is a modification that completely breaks any patterns and shows that this technique has great prospects. She received the GT prefix.

Many fans have been waiting for the release of the 2017 Kia Soul GT. This car received a 204-horsepower 1.6-liter GDI turbo engine. Acceleration to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds. Maximum speed – 200 km/h. The sports version has larger brake discs.

The appearance of this modification looks brighter than that of the “classic”. This includes powerful LED fog optics and a grille. The powerful, sporty Soul looks great on beautiful 18-inch alloy wheels. The bumpers and the nozzle on the exhaust system pipe have also changed.

If you look into the interior, you will see that the decoration is original, combining elements of fabric and high-quality leather. An interesting touch was the orange stitching used on the dashboard, armrest, steering wheel, seats and even the gear knob.

Now the new Kia Soul gt 2017 is equipped with ERA GLONASS - a modern accident response system. Also optionally installed are a parking assistant when driving in reverse gear, a rain sensor, blind spot monitoring and even heated front window washer. Given our climate, this is a very relevant function.

If you are a fan of automatics, the manufacturer offers the ability to choose one of three driving modes – sport, economy and normal.

The Kia Soul gt also has the ability to select a multimedia system. There is a budget option with a 5" screen and options of 7 and 8 inches. Models with larger screens are equipped with a navigator, rear view through a camera and systems from Google and Apple.

Paint colors

If you were previously confused by the modest selection of colors, now there are three more. Now available in 11 colors. New shades are Russet (brown), Wild (orange) and Mysterious Blue (blue). There is also the option of choosing a two-tone Kia Soul 2017. For example:

• blue body/white roof;
• white body/red roof;
• red body/black roof;
• brown body/white roof.

Who is this car for?

If people consider cars like the Citroen Cactus to be youthful, then the new Soul is more universal in this regard. Its design is good because it contains a unique combination of modern and conservative elements.

This car is designed for small city streets, where it is completely impossible to maneuver in cars like the Toyota Camry. At the same time, “Soul” can easily transport four people with luggage.

The GT version was developed for those who like to drive fast, overtake, and are tired of “turtle cars” that cannot reach more than 120 km/h.

Cost of new items in Russia. Options

KIA dealers in our country have already posted prices for those car configurations that will be available to customers. Some have been accepting pre-orders for a long time. Still, there is a demand for the car, and a considerable one.

Of course, Soul is unlikely to become a “cult” like the Chevrolet Niva. But it will definitely occupy its niche, and even displace some competitors. The “Classic” modification is offered in two variations – from 6-speed. mechanics or automation. The unit in both cases is the same - 124 hp, volume 1.6 liters. The price for the option with a manual transmission is approximately 870 thousand rubles, and the analogue with an automatic transmission is 940 thousand.

The next modification is called “Comfort”. Its filling is the same. The only differences are in the interior. With automatic transmission – 995 thousand rubles, and with manual transmission – 945 thousand.

The modification called “Lux” will cost 1 million 59 thousand rubles. It differs in that the gasoline engine has a power of 132 hp. s., and is offered only with a 6-speed automatic.

There is also

• “Prestige” for 1.170 million rubles. The engine and automatic transmission are similar.
• “Premium” – 1.320 million rubles. Same unit and gearbox.

Differences in internal systems, cabin comfort level, etc.

The last option available to domestic consumers is the 1.6 T-GDI GT, which we wrote about above. The gasoline engine has a power of 204 hp. with a standard volume of 1.6 liters. Equipped with a 7-speed robotic gearbox. This modification costs 1,369,900 rubles.

The “robot” has a button for switching modes – “normal”, “eco” and “sport”. When changing modes, the thrust of the power unit changes. They also affect steering settings.

The main competitors of the new KIA SOUL

Let's see who will compete and strive to shake the soul out of the most “soulful” crossover in the world.

New Kia cars for 2017-2018 have been replenished with the compact Kia Soul crossover in a new body, which has undergone a planned restyling and received a new turbocharged 1.6 T-GDI engine (204 hp) for the sports modification of the Kia Soul GT. The review of the new Kia Soul 2017-2018 includes photos and videos, price and equipment, technical specifications and reviews from the owners of the Korean compact crossover.

The European premiere of the new Kia Soul and Kia Soul GT SUVs took place last fall as part of. The new product has been available to car enthusiasts in Europe since November 2017 at prices starting from 16,990 euros in Germany (approximately 1,075 thousand rubles) and from 59,900 zlotys in Poland (about 865 thousand rubles). The start of sales of the new Kia Soul in Russia is in February 2017. price from 880-900 thousand rubles.

It should be noted right away that the new body of the Kia Soul differs from it only in small details. There are modernized headlights and front bumpers with modified air intakes, a slightly different Tiger nose grille, a modernized rear bumper with an optional protective trim... that's it.

Oh yes, we completely forgot, the “hot” version of the Soul GT stands out from its simple counterparts with a more expressive false radiator grille, a massive bumper with LED fog lights, original 18-inch alloy wheels with 9 double spokes, and a dual chrome exhaust tip.

For body painting, eleven enamel color options are offered, three of which are new (Russet brown, Wild orange and Mysterious blue).

Also available for ordering are several two-tone body paint options with white, red and black roof: Mysterious Blue body with Clear White roof and Russet Brown body with Clear White roof, Clear White body with Inferno Red roof and Inferno Red body. Red with Cherry Black roof.

• There are several options of light alloy wheels R16, R17 and R18 with 205/60 R16, 215/55 R17 and 235/45 R18 tires to choose from.
• The external dimensions of the 2017-2018 Kia Soul body are 4140 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1618 mm high, with a 2570 mm wheelbase and 165 mm ground clearance.
• The front wheel track is 1576 mm, the rear wheel track is 1588 mm.

There are no new parts in the interior, but the design of the center console has been updated, chrome trim around the power window buttons has appeared, and the lower spoke of the steering wheel has a metal finish. The updated Kia Soul can now be ordered with a black leather interior, as well as seats covered in high-quality black fabric.

The interior of the KIA Soul GT is more refined than that of conventional versions of the compact crossover. There is a multifunctional steering wheel with a rim cut off at the bottom, a combined black interior trim (leather and fabric) with bright orange stitching present on the instrument visor, steering wheel, seats, center armrest and automatic transmission knob.


Among the new equipment, we note the presence of the mandatory installation of the ERA-GLONASS system and the blind spot monitoring system (BSD), reverse exit assist (RCTA) and a rain sensor, heated windshield washer nozzles available as options.
Versions with automatic transmission have Drive Mode Select, which allows you to choose an economical or sporty driving mode (there are three modes in total: Eco, Normal or Sport).

There are also three multimedia devices with a color screen diagonal of 5, 7 or 8 inches to choose from. Advanced multimedia systems with 7 and 8 inch screens with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, navigation, rear view camera.

Technical characteristics of Kia Soul 2017-2018

The most interesting sports modification of the Kia Soul GT is equipped with a 1.6 T-GDI turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine (204 hp 265 Nm) in combination with a robotic preselective automatic transmission with two 7DCT clutch discs. A powerful engine and an automatic transmission that provides instant gear changes give the “hot” compact SUV excellent acceleration dynamics from 0 to 100 mph in just 7.8 seconds; for safety reasons, the maximum speed is limited to 200 mph.
This version is equipped with larger brake discs for more effective braking at high speeds.

After the update, regular Kia Souls are equipped with the familiar 1.6 MPI (124 hp 152 Nm) and 1.6 GDI (132 hp 161 Nm) gasoline engines familiar from the pre-reform car, as well as a 1.6 VGT turbodiesel (128 hp 260 Nm). A choice of 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions.

Kia Soul 2017-2018 video test