2023/2024 Kia Soul Comparison in Bay City, MI

2024 Kia Soul Compared to the 2023 Kia Soul 
 

Subcompact SUVs like the 2024 Kia Soul are the ideal choice for drivers who want similar functionality to larger SUV models while still maintaining the handling precision and sportiness of a smaller vehicle like a sedan. The Kia Soul sets itself apart from other subcompact SUVs by being remarkably spacious in its class. How does the 2024 Kia Soul compare to the 2023 Kia Soul? For everyday Central Michigan travel, the 2024MY Soul has been kept largely unchanged from its 2023 iteration. Changes come from a new high-end trim level package, the EX Designer, and a new variant of smart key technology for enhanced safety. This helps the 2024 Soul continue to be a top option for an accessible and modernized everyday family cruiser in the Great Lakes Bay Region.  

Performance 
 

Propelling the 2024 Kia Soul around mid-Michigan cities and highways is the same 2.0L four-cylinder engine that was found in the previous model year series of SUVs. Generating 147 horsepower, the Soul delivers quality everyday performance that drivers can depend on no matter where they are driving in the region. Combined with the Continuously Variable Transmission, acceleration is excellently handled by the vehicle to ensure that the ride inside the family cruiser is smooth for everyone to enjoy. With the FWD platform the Soul rides on, drivers can trust that they have quality handling precision throughout the year in the Great Lakes Bay Region. 

Exterior & Interior Features 
 

New for the 2024 model year is a visual package for the top-end EX trim of the Soul. Called the EX Designer package, this provides the newest version of the subcompact SUV with new ways to help customers express their style. Riding on 18-inch wheels and a wide array of different interior trim alterations, this is the ultimate choice for a family who likes to make a statement on the road. As for the rest of the interior, fans of previous Soul models will appreciate all the consistencies the brand has kept in the newest version of the family cruiser. Interested customers can kit out their Soul with premium options including a wireless smartphone charger and heated functionality in the steering wheel and the front row seating. Through the various iterations of the onboard infotainment system, passengers can enjoy a wide array of convenient and entertaining content. Amenities range from smartphone connection applications to premium options such as integrated navigation and satellite radio capability. As such, the Soul remains a great choice for families who need to elevate their experience in the vehicle throughout the day.  

Safety Features 

New for the 2024 model year of the Kia Soul is a special version of the smart key technology that many modern vehicles use. With the rise in concern that this technology can be hacked and spoofed by those with malicious intent, the new system will automatically go to sleep 40 seconds after the vehicle has been locked. This prevents potential thieves from getting access to the frequency that the key uses to gain access to the vehicle themselves. Returning driver-assistance technology that comes standard on the 2024 model year Soul series includes Automatic Emergency Braking with added Forward Collision Warning technology. Additionally, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist technology helps drivers stay where they want to be on the road.  

Learn More About the 2024 Kia Soul at Thelen Kia in Bay City, MI Today 

If you need the spaciousness and functionality of an SUV while maintaining the handling precision that is synonymous with smaller vehicles like sedans, the 2024 Kia Soul is a perfect fit for you. Stop by Thelen Kia in Bay City, Michigan to speak with one of our sales professionals about the 2024 Soul and how it compares to its 2023 counterpart. For customers in local communities such as Saginaw, Midland, and Mt. Pleasant, Thelen is their preferred destination for new Kia vehicle shopping thanks to our commitment to providing a comprehensive and enjoyable sales process.