Kbb.com names the new Kia Soul one of its top 10 back to school cars based on its stellar fuel economy and great warranty and reliability.
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Here at Summit Place Kia in metro Detroit, the summer of 2009 is just about over and we realize that many of our customers have children who are getting ready to go back to school – either as upperclassmen at a high school or as college students. So we are pleased to inform these customers that, just in time for school, the all-new 5-door Kia Soul has been named by Kelley Blue Book as one of its “Top 10 Back-to-School Cars” for 2009.
Here is what Kia Motors had to say about it:
Kia Urban Passenger Vehicle Honored by Prestigious Automotive Resource Site - Soul recognized for style, value, fuel economy, warranty and reliability - All-new Kia five door is an appealing option for students headed back to school
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IRVINE, Calif. — Directly on the heels of earning a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the all-new 2010 Kia Soul urban passenger vehicle has been named to the 2009 “Top 10 Back-to-School Cars” list by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. Soul was recognized by the well-known automotive resource site for its fun and quirky styling, impressive interior space, extensive warranty, notable fuel economy and enjoyable creature comforts.
“Soul is the perfect back-to-school vehicle, providing style and options that will appeal to students, as well as safety features, fuel economy and reliability that will give any parent piece of mind,” said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing of Kia Motors America (KMA). “Soul, along with the all-new dynamically styled Kia Forte compact sedan and the company’s first-ever two-door, the Kia Forte Koup, is a perfect representation of the exciting new direction of Kia Motors as the brand continues its most aggressive design-led product transformation to date.”
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The list, compiled by editors at kbb.com, represents vehicles that offer reliability, safety features, affordability, practicality, good handling and attractive styling, effectively appealing to both parents and students. Also taken into consideration is value, with all new vehicles posting starting prices below $18,000, with Soul easily complying with a base starting MSRP of $13,300(1).
Soul, which also has been included on kbb.com’s “Coolest New Cars Under $18,000″ list, offers consumers “a new way to roll” with an extensive list of personalization options and unique exterior styling. Kia Motors’ affordable halo car stands out in a sea of sameness with funky and fun features, including speaker lights, part of an available Audio Upgrade Package, that can pulse to the beat of the music or add mood lighting to the interior cabin, enhancing the overall personal lounge feeling. Standard features, including SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities with three months complimentary service(2), USB and auxiliary input jacks in the center console with full iPod and MP3 controllability via the audio head unit and steering wheel-mounted controls, and Bluetooth phone connectivity with steering wheel-mounted controls, only add to the overall appeal of this spirited vehicle.
Available in four trims, Soul, Soul+, Soul! (exclaim) and Soul sport, pricing for the versatile five door begins at $13,300(3) for the base trim, while Soul+ starts at $14,950. Moving up to the Soul! offers a price beginning at $16,950 and the Soul sport, designed for those with active lifestyles, starts at $16,950 and tops out at $18,600.
For more information about the 2009 Top 10 Back-to-School Cars from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, visit www.kbb.com/schoolrides09.
Your new Kia Soul is waiting for you at Summit Place Kia
To find out why we’re so excited about the new Soul, you really need to come in and take one for a test drive. To schedule an appointment, or for more information on the rest of the entire line-up of high quality, affordable Kias, you can contact us at our Waterford store by calling 248-682-6002 or by dialing 734-397-9900 for our Canton store. You can also check us out on the web at www.summitplacekia.com. If you just want to stop in for a visit, our two dealerships located at 2200 Elizabeth Lake Road in Waterford, just behind the Summit Place mall and in Canton at 41840 Michigan Avenue, just west of I-275. Once you’re there, you’ll see why everyone at metro Detroit’s sales leader would “Love to see ‘ya” in a Summit Place Kia!
Notes:
(1) Starting at MSRP excludes freight, title, taxes, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer.
(2) Customers must obtain SIRIUS subscription after trial period if they wish to retain service. SIRIUS three-month complimentary service is not available in Canada, AK or HI. For full terms and conditions please visit SIRIUS.com. SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.
(3) Starting at MSRPs excludes freight ($695), title, taxes, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer and may vary.
Source: Kia Motors America
