Update Kia Soul 2017

exterior Kia Soul 2017 Paris Motor Show presented the new Kia Soul 2017. However, car photo appeared on the network even earlier, when he was only tested in the US and European roads. Already at the spy photos it was obvious that the compact crossover is waiting for a little update. Now, however, there is information about other innovations in the technical part and the interior decoration of "Korean".

updated exterior

Already in the summer of spy photos test prototype was closed camouflage netting just in front and behind. In profile, the body remains the same. Only the wheel arches to mind became a little more. Everything else, including doors, windows and the roof, we decided not to restaylingu.vid rear Kia Soul

The first novelty is the body altered bumpers. Radiator grille retained the old style of Tiger nose, but slightly refreshed. Headlights looks sleeker: Head Light is now equipped with xenon headlights, 

DRLs and a little laterally displaced. In the back of the stand design arc lamps, which are now more subtle and stylish. Bumper like a real SUV - a metal protective plate, reaching almost to the tailgate.

However, more changes and is not visible. We only know that the new body will get extended range of color design. The "Palette" will be added once 3 options: bright orange, brown and light blue. There will also be multi-colored versions available, when the upper part of the car contrasts with the color of the doors, bonnet and bamperov.bokovoy view Kia Soul 2017

Interior and options

Revolutionary solutions do not wait in the inner decoration of the ultra-compact crossover. Interior renovation of the space will affect, first of all, the central console and dashboard. It will be available combined trim seats and door cards - for example, black-brown or black-and-gray color scheme.

The Kia Soul in 2017 and will take care of the comfort of the rear passengers. Now they have on hand will be the USB-connector to charge the tablet or smartphone. In addition, the front passenger 

seat can be adjusted once in 8 directions. The size of the internal space of the car will remain the same. It is not surprising, because the body of their dimensions will save the current settings.

For new items there is a new multimedia complex. Naturally, with the support of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. entertainment system display size will depend not only on the equipment but also the sales market. As an option, finally, the system for monitoring blind spots appear. Equip crossover and parking assistant.

As for other features, they gradually will be taken from the previous model. Thus, the updated Kia Soul 2017 will be able to provide the driver and passengers the following options:

•  heated steering wheel
• heated front and rear seats
• cooled glove box
• Cruise control
• light sensor
• side airbags and curtain airbags
• rear armrest
• panoramic roof, and many others. dr.salon Kia Soul 2017

Technical Plan Changes

And in Russia, and in Europe the crossover line of Korean motors awaits completion. Model Kia Ceed GT will take "turbochetverku" volume of 1.6 liters and 204 liters. from. (More on this engine describe below). In our market to the new Kia Soul in 2017 will continue to set the power units of the current model. These are two 1.6-liter petrol engine, which issue on 124 and 132 liters. s.rul Kia Soul 2017

The two powertrain options (this 6-speed AT and MT) to add a new "robot" DSG by type. "Korean" retain front-wheel drive, and 4wd version will remain available even in the domestic market. Ground clearance is approximately 170 mm. On the other technical characteristics it will be known later.

We note only that the version on the Kia Soul 2017 with a new robotised gearbox on the gear selector button appears with which you can select the preferred driving mode Normal, Eco and Sport. Due to what the driver can influence the work of the CPT, steering adjustment, engine thrust, and so on.

Home sales and cost trends

In Korea, the new car will be available in October this year. Later compact van will arrive on the European market.

Experts believe that Kia Soul 2017 - this is not a new body, a minor update, in which the car will retain the same configuration as that of the current model, but the price of the new crossover, shown in the photo to grow by about 10-15% .

Kia Soul GT and get a new transmission. This is a 7-speed DSG with two clutches. External distinguishing features of the "charged" version will be modified front bumper, red emblem Soul, bifurcated exhaust system and wheels R18. On the technical side, it is reinforced brakes and other steering settings.

Kia Soul GT Interior also significantly transformed. Black seat trim and other items (cloth or leather) will be allocated at the expense of an orange or red stitching. The steering wheel, as befits a sports modifications, has a truncated bottom bar. Gearshift lever a bright metallic colors and door sill covers will add to the interior a certain exclusivity.

 This GT-version will not afford, can complement the new crossover optional design package that includes a more aggressive bumper, fog lights with LED filling and special rims.