Kia Soul named ‘Best Family Car’
MUSCAT: For the second year in a row, the Kia Soul has been named among the 10 Best Family Cars of 2018 by Parents magazine and Edmunds. Experts and editors tested hundreds of new models and selected winners based on value, safety features, convenience and other family-friendly attributes.
“Being recognised as a top family car by Parents magazine and Edmunds for the second consecutive year is a tremendous honour for our Soul urban passenger vehicle,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, Kia Motors America. “This is yet another testament to the world-class quality, value, and packaging we deliver to our customers.”
Parents magazine and leading car shopping and information network Edmunds have partnered for over 10 years to recognise the top vehicle choices for families looking to purchase a new car. Like years prior, 2018 winners were awarded after a stringent, six-month-long selection process. “The fun design of the Kia Soul gives families more interior space, so car seats are easy to install,” said Liz Vaccariello, editor-in-chief of Parents magazine.
Kia Soul has received many rave reviews from experts. Once such states that “There’s no hiding in plain sight when you’re driving a Kia Soul; its expressive styling is what intrigues shoppers to take a test drive. Its unexpected refinement and available high-tech features, however, are the real reasons to buy. Its boxy body provides a spacious passenger compartment with lots of glass and a high seating position for a commanding view of the road. Cargo space is quite practical and offers plenty of cubbies to stash smaller items throughout the cabin. Plus, the Soul is teeming with high-tech features, including an optional 8.0-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System, Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Automated Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, and even LED Interior Lighting that can be made to pulse along with your tunes. The Soul is undeniably cool and aptly named. Its playful driving dynamics and powerful optional turbo engine seal the deal.” Standard features include USB and AUX ports, Drive Mode select, 18” alloy wheels, the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), Auto Cruise control, Rear-View Camera with rear parking assist, Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) & Hillstart Assist Control (HAC). Also fitted to every model are bodycolour bumpers, door handles and side mirror casings, a high-gloss black grille with chrome surround, keyless entry, air conditioning, all-round electric windows, electrically adjustable door mirrors, steering wheel-mounted controls, tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment, a luggage area cover, hooks and light, a trip computer and the refreshed Urban Styling Pack with roof rails. Its available in Oman with 1.6L engine churning out 123 hp @ 6300 rpm with 6 speed A/T transmission.
Indeed, Kia’s iconic urban passenger vehicle offers a fun, funky and functional approach to everyday driving. About it, USNews has said, “Thanks in part to its upscale cabin; abundance of cargo space, and outstanding predicted reliability rating, the 2018 Kia Soul earns a spot near the top of our compact car rankings. The base model is a great value, and higher trims are playful and nicely equipped.”
Interested? Visit the Kia showroom and take a closer look at the much awarded Kia Soul.
Futuristic KIA models (Chosen amongst TOP 50 Global GREEN Brands by Interbrand) are fitted with fuel-efficient engines & ECO mode drive for optimum fuel efficiency. Kia models are equipped with some local accessories to enhance their looks, feel and functionality. Exact details are available at the showroom.
Reliable International Automotive (RIA), the distributor for Kia in Oman provides a rewarding ownership experience for customers. Excellent product attributes and unmatched facilities easily ensure their absolute satisfaction, every mile of the way. No wonder then that Reliable International Automotive has been ranked amongst the top Kia distributors worldwide and has been honoured with prestigious accolades including the ‘Good Partnership award, ‘Family Like Care’ Service award’, and ‘Kia ‘Distributor of Distinction’ award.