The iconic Kia Soul has been a popular car since its release in 2008 and is still as popular today as it was when it first rolled out of production. Its unique design combined with its spacious interior plus its low price are reasons this Kia SUV has been a top seller in the Kia lineup. The new Kia Niro recently released in the U.S. in 2018 is a plug-in hybrid with available electric variations. The new 2020 Niro has a sleek new design and technology that will be a fierce competitor to the Kia Soul. While both SUVs have much to offer, we’ve compiled some key differences between the two that will help you decide which one is right for you!
Design
There are many major differences between the 2020 Kia Soul and the 2020 Kia Niro the most obvious being its body style. The Soul is more of a cube design with a slightly smaller dynamic. While the Kia Niro is a compact SUV with a modernized bumper and a more traditionally sleek compact SUV design. They are two very different looks when comparing these two together. Another difference is the engines of the Soul and Niro, the Soul runs solely on a gas engine while the Niro is a plug-in hybrid.
Pricing
Another noticeable difference between the two vehicles is the price difference of almost $7,000. That can be a big difference when contemplating which vehicle you can afford. The 2020 Kia Soul starts at around $17,500 while the 2020 Kia Niro starts at almost $25,000 and can go up to over $30,000. The Kia Soul is the more budget-friendly car of this comparison; however, the Kia Niro is priced very well compared to its competition in the compact SUV space. Kia brings a lot of value to the money that you pay for a quality vehicle with the impressive features that each of these includes.
In conclusion, no matter which one of these Kia’s you decide to purchase they are both incredible vehicles and are impressive in their own distinctive ways. Shop our inventory of Kia Soul SUVs or Kia Niro SUVs, or come visit us here at Southern Pines Kia in Southern Pines, NC to test drive and experience everything these great Kia vehicles has to offer!
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