Video Summary
Sure, here's a summary of the video:- The 2011 Kia Soul was a big step forward for the brand.
- The base trim level includes steel wheels and, on the 2011 model, non-body-colored mirrors.
- A plus level includes body-colored mirrors.
- The sport trim includes tweaked bumpers, a sportier tuned suspension, and a spoiler.
- The model tested had the 1.6-liter naturally aspirated dual overhead cam inline 4 engine.
- For 2010 and 2011, the engine had multi-port fuel injection. In 2012, it had direct injection.
- The 1.6-liter engine in the review makes 122 hp at 6300 rpm.
- The 1.6-liter engine has a 5-speed manual transmission, which was standard for this engine.
- Zero to 60 in this model tested was 10.84 seconds with 1-foot rollout.
- Some 2012-2013 models had 164 hp, 6,500 rpm, and 148 lb-ft at 4,800 rpm.
- From 2012, non-base specs got a more reliable iron block 2-liter engine.
- Traction control was standard every year, and ABS was as well.
- The 2011 model was treated with respect and is well-maintained.
- The steering wheel does feel slow.
- At highway speeds, passing power is lacking.
- It's a somewhat comfortable vehicle, though the clutch was somewhat "firm".
