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Headlights are pathetic
The headlights that come standard on the LX are useless. It is almost like driving blind at night. I took it back to KIA after my first night drive and they installed a brighter bulb that made no difference. Whether I use the auto feature or manual the headlights are so dim with no range that unless there are street lights I have to drive close enough to another car to take advantage of their headlights. Switching to hi beam is equally as useless. Instead of a smooth bright ray of light fanning out from the headlights, I see a pathetic attempt to emit light. It is alarming to drive. To make matters worse, the lights on the dashboard reflect off the side windows like mirrors making it nearly impossible to see thru them. Despite any safety feature KIA wants to list for this model it has FAILED in regards to safety. I am in the process of shopping for a new car because night driving without headlights is insanity.
Surprise
I just got a 2024 this week. I love the car and the way it drive but I got a surprise when I lowered the back seat for more storage space. Not only does the seat not lay flat but it is elevated like 6” above the regular cargo area! I had an HR-V and it was completely flat when I lowered the seat. This is very disappointing as I don’t feel this really give me extra space. Of course, it’s my own fault. I didn’t think to lower the seat when I was shopping it.
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Nice Junk
Nice looking Car. 2023 Soul EX model. Pretty much loaded. Driving home from work Nov4, 2023. Engine blew apart at 45mph. with just 923miles on it. Still waiting for repair before i can get rid of it Not a happy customer...
55 thousand and climbing.
Average gas mileage is 38.7. My first set of tires lasted 45,000 miles. Most of my driving is through hills. The seats are great on the 2 hour drives I do twice a day 4 days a week. I have not any problems with the car.
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Kia has Soul!
I love my new “Soul.” After having my 2021 totaled and I had zero problems, I knew I wanted to get another one. I love it but it does taking use to all the new “ bells and whistles” which are for safety purposes.
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