The 2024 Kia Soul offers new features from last year, but how does it stand up to its competitors? Let’s look at the Hyundai Venue and compare the two vehicles to see which is worth their price, and which one needs some work.
Key Takeaways
- The Kia Soul offers better features at a price close to the Venue.
- The Kia Soul has a bigger engine.
- The Kia Soul passes the savings on to the owner.
What are the changes to the Kia Soul in 2024?
In 2024, Kia added an EX designer package, offering new interior trimmings as well as 18-inch wheels. Kia has also made it harder for thieves to hijack and duplicate your keys frequency by having the optional smart key enter a sleep mode after 40 seconds after locking your Soul.
What are the changes to the Hyundai Venue in 2024?
The Hyundai Venue receives little new features.
For 2024 Hyundai has trickled down a feature that was exclusive to the higher end trim to the trim under it. The keyless entry with push-button start was previously only available on the Limited trim, but that has since been added to the SEL trim. New to the lineup is second-row USB ports, coming standard on the SEL and Limited trims.
Is the Kia Soul being discontinued?
No, the Kia Soul is not being discontinued. While the Kia Soul EV was discontinued, the gas-powered Soul is here to stay. The Kia Soul comes in these 4 trims:
- LX starting at $20,190
- S starting at $22,690
- GT-Line starting at $23,790
- EX starting at $24,490
The LX is the base for the rest of the lineup, featuring a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, 16-inch wheels, and an 8-inch touchscreen display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capabilities.
The EX trim is the highest trim level of the Soul featuring a power sunroof giving the driver and passengers an easier time opening it. It also boasts heated rear view mirrors, making quick work of any ice that may build up on them. Also a 10.5-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Kia connect and Sirius XM satellite radio. For added convenience, Kia has added wireless charging, helping keep your immediate area free of any wires that can be potential hazards.
Is the Hyundai Venue being discontinued?
No, the Hyundai Venue is not being discontinued. It comes in these 3 trims:
- SE starting at $19,900
- SEL starting at $21,900
- Limited starting at $23,150
The SE starts the lineup by featuring a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine, 8-inch color touchscreen with display audio, and a slew of safety features like lane keeping assist, driver attention warning, and forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian detection.
The Limited is the high-end trim, featuring an 8-inch color touchscreen with navigation, LED headlights, making for a brighter view in front of you and more reliable than the traditional options, and heated front seats, keeping the driver and passenger comfortable when on drives.
When looking at the two vehicles, the Soul offers bigger screens, a bigger engine, and better features when compared to the Venue. While the Venue may be a tiny bit cheaper, the features the Soul offers makes it worth the extra money.
Why is the Kia Soul so cheap?
The Kia Soul uses less expensive materials. While Kia may use slightly cheaper materials, it doesn’t mean the Soul is poorly made. Kia knows that there’s parts of the vehicle that they can put slightly lower-cost plastic in areas that are out of sight of the owner and that doesn’t impact the vehicle’s overall integrity or looks. Thus keeping the Soul a good-looking, well-made vehicle inside and out, while passing the savings on to you.
Summary
While the Hyundai Venue has great features and tech, the Kia Soul offers all of that at a really great price! Stop by Alan Jay Kia today to learn more about the Soul and schedule a test drive today!