Kia Soul (2014 - 2019) 1.6 CRDi Connect Plus 5d (2014/14) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You're a non - conformist and don't follow the herd buying Nissan Jukes.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it, but I couldn't care less if they didn't as they're not paying for it. Anyway I'd say to anyone drive it before you judge it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. Room in the rear is so impressive. Beats the Juke hands down in this respect imho. Getting 49 mpg so far - not bad - hope it improves. Only area Kia need to improve on really.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Kia, or maybe a Nissan Leaf if they improve the range significantly.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
July 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Dealer beat every offer I got via the internet by a country mile. Well below the quoted retail price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Higher seating position,light clutch,slick and smooth to drive, nice gearbox. And the interior is quality.
What was the dealer like?
Superb. Kia Burnley. Pleasure to do business with them.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely. Easy to drive. Diesel, but drives like a petril.Engine so quiet I thought they had brought out a petrol by mistake at first.
What's it like to park?
Simple using rear parking camera. I'd still prefer sensors though as they warn you about obstacles you can't see even with the camera.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No, and not expecting it to either, though it's early days yet.
What's most practical about your car?
Getting in and out. Higher seating position makes it easier as you get older.Lovely.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Satnav/Rear camera.