Side View of the 2017 Kia Soul

Which Car is Best for Families on a Budget?

When thinking about which vehicle is best for families, the 2017 Kia Soul may not immediately come to mind. However, Parents magazine and Edmunds recently awarded the new Kia Soul a top spot among the 10 Best Family Cars of 2017, showing drivers that your family wagon can be both fun and functional! Keep reading to see how the Soul snagged a top spot in the hearts of families everywhere.

2017 Kia Soul Wins Best Budget Vehicle for Families

Voted “Best Budget Vehicle” by Parents magazine and leading car shopping and information network Edmunds, the 2017 Kia Soul shines in more ways than one. Impressing judges with its low starting MSRP, big fuel economy, and 61.3 cubic feet of cargo space, the Soul is great for families on-the-go who have barely enough time to stop at the fuel pump, let alone go back to the house to make two trips. The new Soul also provides families with one thing most others can’t, and that’s unique styling at a reasonable price.

Dashboard View of the 2017 Kia Soul

2017 Kia Soul Trim Levels

The popular 2017 Kia Soul is available in three trim levels, including Base with manual or automatic 6-speed transmission, Soul Plus (+) with a 6-speed automatic, and the new turbocharged Exclaim (!) that features 201 horsepower and all the amenities a family could need. Those who go the modest route and purchase the Soul Base will find the cabin well-appointed for families, featuring extras like SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, 6 speakers with dash-mounted tweekers, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. Move up to the Soul + and you will find a touchscreen infotainment display, rear camera display, an Active Eco System, and Automatic Temperature Control. Finally, the Soul ! Comes standard with UVO eServices with 7″ Touch-Screen Display, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™, and Black Cloth/Leather Seat Trim, with Orange Contrast Stitching.

Rear View of the 2017 Kia Soul

If your family is ready for more Soul, stop by Kia of Irvine for a test drive today!