Door-mounted seatbelts are added. Engines gain power; the 2.2-liter unit is up to 120 horsepower, and the optional 3.1-liter V6 now makes 160 horsepower. Sport Handling Package dropped from options list. Manual transmission dropped. Automatic door locks now unlock when car is shut off. Interior lights will shut off automatically after 10 minutes to save the battery. Warning chime sounds if turn signal is left on.
Laura's old car was costing her a small fortune every month for gas and repairs. She didn't even want to drive her kids to the park any more. But buying a new Kia Soul changed all that.