Which would you get? The 2020 Kia Soul, the 2019 Toyota C-HR or something else?

@AmeerHamza-nv2ei

5 жыл бұрын

Chr

@bjcrochet643

5 жыл бұрын

Something else, Subaru Crosstrek

@007cantos

5 жыл бұрын

I chose the 2020 Kia Soul. At 6'4" it is a no brainer

@martinmartin5904

5 жыл бұрын

A used low mileage 2th gen Scion Xb over all this .. and I will endure the 4 speed tranny & the mediocre mpg instead of paying 3 times the amount for an unreliable Kia .But if you absolutely want to buy new and get screwed by depreciation , the Honda HRV seems to be the best direct competitor .

@007cantos

5 жыл бұрын

@@martinmartin5904 unreliable KIA? This isn't 2004 anymore, I had a 2016 Soul had zero troubles, I just upgraded to the 2020 love it.

I have a 2014 KIA Soul+. It is without a doubt the best and most trouble free car I have had, It has had three cross country trips (7000 miles each. Arizona to New Jersey) I have replaced one set of tires and a battery, that's it. I am now in my eighties and this is my 49 car and probably my last.

Got my wife a 2020 Soul GT-Line as an Anniversary gift and she loves it. I'm honestly pretty impressed with it myself. Packed with useful features and an exceptional warranty. For a Kia Soul it's a 'sharp' looking car too.

I own a 2015 Kia Soul, and plan to upgrade to a 2019 or 2020 model soon. The Soul is by far the better car!

@BobbyBeastDuck

4 жыл бұрын

I also have a 2015 Soul!! Love it sooo much!! In a couple of years, I would love a Tesla, but if that doesn't happen, I'm getting another Soul. No doubt.

@AlaricDerHeld

4 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2015 also and love it, I am looking at the 2020 GT Turbo model. I don't mind paying the extra for the extra perks that it comes with.

@alexisjavier84

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, your comment isn't biased at all....

@waynerowe3062

3 жыл бұрын

Go with the 2019 Kia Soul+ with naturally aspirated 2.0 and six speed automatic transmission. The turbo puts too much compression into a one point six and cvt transmissions are not as reliable as the six speed auto.

@lajuane81

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, the Toyota is a Toyota that looks better handles better and did I mention looks way better?

The Kia Soul. The price is better despite what he says.

@diehappy3997

4 жыл бұрын

In 2017, the dealership got me into a brand new Kia Soul base trim for $16.5k meanwhile Toyota wanted $22k for their base. Hard to beat the price.

The Kia Soul without question.

The Soul!!

Had CHR 2018... Great Car... Aggressive looking, beautiful car... For me little technology on screen... hated a LOT.. not having android car...or satellite radio...poor cabin space... but nice performance... Now I have a Kia Soul.. 2019 love to have android car, satellite radio, good cabin space, comfortable seats and I can use waze, maps and all that !! CHR need to improve in this area.

@miguel90744

5 жыл бұрын

Yanira C. I work at Toyota and the screens are out out dated for what other car companies are offering. Plus Toyota vehicles drive rough

I can't believe I'm saying this about a Toyota, but I really dig the exterior styling of the C-HR. I can deal with the less cargo space of the C-HR but the power-to-weight ratio is a buzz kill for me. If Toyota could drop a couple hundred pounds then maybe. With that, I'd go Kia Soul. Long live the box!

Picked up my 2020 Kia Soul GT Limited a few days ago and I am loving it, The Ride, The Drive, The Room, the Tech in this thing, All crazy good

@DougCeleste

4 жыл бұрын

Do you find that its headlights are too low and do not shine very well when you drive at night? One car reviewer commented on that.

@harveyngun

4 жыл бұрын

Doug Celeste no just turn on the fog lights too and it should be fine

2020 Soul EX all the way, just purchased and love it!

@TheLitWizard

4 жыл бұрын

Same

Kia has come a long way this comment coming from a car mechanic:)....

this week I’m buying a 2020 Kia Soul EX fully loaded with less than 5,000 miles for $16,000. Kia is the real winner here.

The KIA without question. The warranty advantage versus Toyota's well earned reputation for reliability. But I've owned two KIA's and I spent not one dollar more owning it than if its warranty was an hour and half. Each has been totally reliable and durable. My experience with KIA dealers is that real world pricing with a dealer is considerably less than MSRP. Not so with a Toyota dealer. So I strongly suspect I could purchase an upper trim Soul for the actual price of a mid-trim C-HR. Performance. I'd go for turbo 4 that isn't even available from Toyota. Versatility/Practicality. No question on that score. Kia without a doubt. As for style/looks, around Seattle I see everyone from hipster millennials to senior citizens in Souls. On the funkiness dimension alone the Soul takes the prize. The C-HR strikes me as a nice little daily driver. The Soul is that and much more.

@hawkermustang

5 жыл бұрын

They are both very hideous to me though. So just go get an old beater car from a salvage yard and save your money.

@stephenhendricks103

5 жыл бұрын

@@hawkermustang Different strokes for different folks. Fortunately for KIA, not many folks share your opinion of the Soul.

@hawkermustang

5 жыл бұрын

@@stephenhendricks103 LOL yeah some people think it's beautiful.

@moeanthony9308

5 жыл бұрын

@@stephenhendricks103 nor the resale vs Toyota

@stephenhendricks103

5 жыл бұрын

@@moeanthony9308 Toyota sets the bar in terms of resale value. But what that means in terms of actual dollars is frequently misunderstood. If you keep a car for, say, two to three years, the difference in various brands' resale value can be substantial. But if you hold onto a car for, say, six to eight years, the margin is much less significant. Furthermore, the difference in absolute dollars lost through depreciation depends on the initial price paid. A $5OK automobile that loses 40% of its value is a loss of $20,000. A $25K vehicle with the same depreciation curve loses $10,000 in value. Not only do you save $25K in the initial purchase price, you save an additional $10K in depreciation. If you want to lose a lot of money via absolute or relative depreciation, buy a German luxury automobile or a Lexus and replace it two years after you purchase it. I can't speak to the expected depreciation of a KIA Soul versus a Toyota C-HR but last year I traded a six year old top trim KIA Sorento for a 2018 model. The dealer gave me within $800 of the Blue Book estimate of a comparable trim Toyota Highlander in the same (excellent) condition and same mileage. Considering that I purchased the KIA in 2012 for about $8000 less than the best offer I received for the Toyota, I made out like a bandit. So did my dealer. He sold the KIA I traded in 48 hours for $4000 more than he paid me for the car.

SUV or CUV...the U stands for Utility and the C-HR really doesn't offer much compared to the Soul.

@ALMX5DP

5 жыл бұрын

comparatively yes, but being a hatchback it still offers utility that some sedans just cant.

Did he just say.." because it's my show"😂😂😂

I went with the 2020 Kia Soul EX and I absolutely love it! 🚗🚘❤️

It's no contest if you or your passengers are tall. SOUL wins hands down.

@davewhitley4425

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 6’4 my wife is 5’11 and this fits us great! I actually have to slide the seat up a notch when I drive.

The 2020 Kia Soul is a fantastic value in all fronts. I'm the proud new owner of a 2020 cherry black LX 6MT. All my previous cars have (with the exception of my 97 Audi A4 QT) been either 2 seaters or 2 door coupes; all of them with manual transmission. This is my 1st crossover/ small SUV-like vehicle ever, and so far I thing I can live with the Kia for the next 10years without regret. My reasons for buying it: (1) practical (comfortable, well appointed basic interior, good cargo space) (2) moves me from A to B with great mileage with reliability and a good warranty (3) is as light as possible ("Weight is the enemy") (4) It has some personality and style (I have owned each of my cars for 10 years + each, so I need to like the styling) (5) And more important, it comes available with a stick shift at some trim level. No car with small economy engines should come without some manual transmission options. My motto is KISS (Keep It Simple & Stupid). I have been driving cars since the early 80's and I have not had any need at all for any of these expensive new gizmos and "safety" crap (Proof: I'm still alive and kicking). So get off the damn phone and pay attention while driving people!

@Lewisbosco

3 жыл бұрын

Agree...i have a 6 mt Soul...love it to death...super practical, super cool! PS, I am a Headmaster at a private academy... still cool!!!

Bought my 3rd Soul. My new 2020 is great. They improved upon the previous generation in all the right places. Increased ground clearance, Android Auto standard (not available on the Toyota CH-R who's rear seat was DREADFUL), slightly larger than the old model (102 cu ft passenger volume, dramatically bigger than a CH-R), Kia ISG Auto Stop/Start standard again not on a CH-R at all. Better MPG & I personally love CVTs & prefer it to the previous generation's 6-speed auto. Digital trip computer readout, speedometer & individual tire pressures displayed vs that likely absurd coffee cup warning on the Toyota (like my 2018 RAV4 had). I looked at a CH-R for about an hour & it was just far too inferior to even consider to a Soul. I do agree with a post here on the Scion xB having been a good vehicle. I may have bought one of those if Toyota offered it. My last complaint is Toyota Sales People, Sales Managers & Fans will speak of "impeccable reliability" & "never needing repairs". Why doesn't Toyota put their money where there mouths are then & back their vehicles with a modern warranty? 3YR/36,000 miles is absurd in 2019 to me.

If you want to drive uncomfortably and slow and have almost no visibility, yes, pick the Toyota. And 27k is not the same as 30k, you should say the actual number. The Kia Soul turbo for 27k is an amazing deal!

@LulaPlays

4 жыл бұрын

i've found several of the turbo models for like 23k around my area! what a bargain!

@Chuppakabras

4 жыл бұрын

@@LulaPlays What area do you reside in I wonder?

@LulaPlays

4 жыл бұрын

@@Chuppakabras Washington D.C. Metro

Just traded in my 2012 Soul (was a great car) for a 2020 Soul. Looked at a C-HR, it was so tiny inside and felt under powered in my opinion. Love the new Soul!

You mentioned every trim level for the Soul except the most competitive from a feature/value perspective, the EX. For only slightly more than the plasto-clad X-Line and about $6k less than the GT-line Turbo, you get most of the safety tech (sans adaptive cruise and LED lamps), the big 10.25" touchscreen, power drivers seat, projector lamps rather than standard halogens, the 2 height rear load floor (also in the GT Turbo) allowing a flat rear load space, rear center armrest with cup holders and the best fuel economy in the lineup at 29/35/31. I don't think there's any trim level of C-HR that can match specifically the EX trim on value. Just sayin'.

@tipoomaster

4 жыл бұрын

It doesn't seem to have the 10" touchscreen at least in the Canadian market, but otherwise I agree, the EX packs all the safety tech that you'd spend ~6KCAD more including tax for on the CHR. www.kia.ca/build-and-price-kia?sourceid=nav-cta

@thecolourblindproject3029

4 жыл бұрын

@@tipoomaster I'm in Canada and I purchased the EX Premium with the 10.25" screen and mood lighting (often reported as being available only in the GT).

@tipoomaster

4 жыл бұрын

@@thecolourblindproject3029 Hm weird. I'd be glad if that's the case. I wonder if it's region based, if you check the Kia website in your region does the EX show the 10.25"? Mine does not.

@thecolourblindproject3029

4 жыл бұрын

@@tipoomaster Here's a link: www.kia.ca/vehicles/soul/features

@Sid-jw3gz

3 жыл бұрын

@@tipoomaster i own an EX with 10.25 inch screen, doesnt have the mood lighting tho

Recently bought a 2020 Kia Soul Turbo. It's very zippy and has plenty of room in back, good room for four adults, can get up to 33 mpg on hwy. Since I am a return customer I got this sweet ride for 25.8 K, I'm a happy camper.

Just bought a 2020 Soul, love it!!!!

I bought the 2020 Kia Soul x-line in undercover green. Didn’t even consider Toyota. 🇺🇸🇰🇷

I just bought a kia soul Ex 2020. Love it.. I don't do dealings with dealerships that have Ford,chevy,dodge,toyota only.. They tend to RIP YOU OFF EVERYTIME.. With kia, they give you good deals..

Kia soul..always

I’m a huge Toyota fan, but I’d take the kia soul without a doubt

I've watched a LOT of car reviews. But none as straightforward, and succinct as yours. Wow! I love it! You never dilly dally. You always get straight to the point. If only all car reviews were as good as yours. When watching your review, I never have to wait for you to "get to the meat of the sandwich", you're always there, always on point, direct. Good job, good show. Can't wait to watch your next one. Thanks! ! !

I go with the Soul!

Kia soul 😍🇰🇷

Thanks for the mention. ;) I wouldn't even consider the Toyota. Their infotainment is subpar, it's among the slowest new cars available on the market today, and the visibility is seriously compromised. Just my $0.02.

Soul definitely

KIA Soul, without a doubt, hands down winner!!!! K-Car rocks!!!!

I think you'd be jealous of the Kia Soul trim levels in Canada. You can get many amenities not seen in the X-Line including a wireless charger, more safety equipment, heated seats and steering wheel, rear armrest, illuminated sun visor, and remote keyless entry for only $23,000 CAD. It is a much better option than a C-HR, at least in my opinion.

A top of the line C-HR worked out to about the same price as the Soul GT turbo for me. My local Toyota dealers are crooks and I happen to have one awesome honest Kia dealer in my area. I looked at test drove both cars. Not only was the Kia cheaper for me but on the higher end models the Toyota is not even a competitor. It was a no brainer for me to buy the Soul. The GT's turbo and 7 speed DCT are amazingly fun to drive and the handling on the GT model steps it up a notch from the vehicle tested here. Anyone who thinks Kia quality isn't on par with Toyota needs to crawl back under a rock. There has been 5 different Kia's in my family since 2014 and not one of them has needed anything other than routine maintenance

@danescano7972

3 жыл бұрын

yea sir tell em i bought a 2021 kia seltos love it 👍🏽

Not only do I pick the Kia Soul because I recently drove it and fell in love with it, but I really don't like Toyota's styling of late. Super aggressive crustacean vibes, and not a lot of action under the hood to match it. Since they've pretty much done this to most of their overall line of cars, I don't even look at them anymore. This is coming from a lifelong Toyota owner too. Long live the Soul!

The soul, all the way!

I've bought two Kia Souls,a 2010+ it was very nice,I went and bought a new 2016+ and I'll get another Soul with all of the bells and whistles when I get Soul, they're fun to drive, comfortable,I got the upgraded infinity sound system with the navigation system,I was driving from Wichita KS to Georgia for a visit with family and I was on the toll-road between Wichita and Tulsa (normal posted speed limit is 85mph) I got in a convoy of cars and my Soul+ got up to 128mph and I could have gotten at least 20mph more out of her I bought my 2016 Soul New May 21 2016 and when I filled up the Soul, I've got 26,880 miles. (looks like it'll be the 10 year instead of the 100,000 mile warranty,I was thinking about how no one has ever gotten in the back row since I bought it 😱😱😱

Soul fan for sure. Toyota does offer more features per dollar though. The GTLine Turbo on the Soul has every modern day bells and whistles that you can't find anywhere else for sub $30K car. KIA has always been cheaper to buy off the dealer showroom floor. With some good negotiation skills you can get the top of the line GTLine Turbo down to $27K or less with incentives and rebates. Toyota doesn't have much room for price reduction from MSRP in my experience, at least not as much as KIA does.

Thank you for the informative video, i will have my brand new KIA soul next month

I purchased a new 2017 Kia Soul. So far, it has been a very good buying experience. The only complaint is how much faster the Kia depreciates in value compared to my 2012 Toyota Camry. The real test will be how I feel about all this in 2027.

@nthomasjr1

5 жыл бұрын

I bought my wife a new 2014 Soul and I can't get her to trade it in for a new one. She would die before she let it go. All it cost her, has been gas, oil and she just put new front brake pads on after five years. The same goes for my 2014 Optima SXL I bought at the same time. Oh! I did just put on a set of tires.

@reaality3860

5 жыл бұрын

@@nthomasjr1 , My purchase includes 'tires for life' from the dealer. The only string attached is It ends when I have routine service done anywhere other than the dealer. A dealer service overcharge for upkeep pays for the 'tires for life'.

Soul all the way-It has a lot going for it. The CH-R is a, ' Sheep in Wolf's Clothing ': It looks really cool-But that's about it. -NO Sunroof Available -NOT enough HP -NOT even a clear target market, because it does not really excel in anything you would buy it for...

Still the Kia Soul for me :-)

Soul got more Seoul

@danescano7972

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha yes seoul

Absolutely Kia Soul

WOW I just read all the comments .... It points to Soul, brother ;-)

I'd own a soul I love my 2019 but when i get ready to purchase another car it will be a new soul

I’d rather be seen In the soul

I am going to buy a Soul with a panoramic sunroof for sure !! (2019 ) practicality , visibility , make it perfect for me .

Toyota!! Reliability, Hybrid engine, full safety package, excellent for a small urban family, super high-end model and (in my case) a fabulous dealer.

@Yourleftismyright88

2 жыл бұрын

Hate to break it to you but the CHR is not good for a small family at all. It's better for a single person in college or highschool. This thing is tiny inside and has a very claustrophobic back seat. My sister-in-law has one and it barely fits a convertible car seat and when you do get it in, good luck having anyone sit in front in the front seat of it. It doesn't even fit a stroller very well. I will say the driving dynamics are not bad at all, it's very fun to drive but then your constantly reminded of that awful CVT that gets very annoying especially on the highway.

Thanks for telling us more details about it. I chose Kia Soul

I'll probably buy a 2020 or 2021 Kia Soul. It's a well designed car with a lot of standard options for a reasonable price. The second factor is Kia's warranty. It's a lot better than Toyota which is what matters to me. I've had drivetrain issues in my last two cars that were not cheap and happened way too early (right outside warranty). I will say overall ownership costs will probably be the same for most buyers as Toyota will get the extra cost returned back to them with trade in value.

I have the 2020 Soul Kia ex and overall is a great car. After a recent snow/ice I had a second of regret about it not being awd. My relatives have the Toyota it’s nice, but forget your knees in the backseat. I was actually looking at another Kia but having driven a soul as a rental I decided to test the one in the showroom. Don’t regret it at all-

I like Toyota cars but their tech is very behind the competition. No Android Auto is a deal breaker for me.

@LulaPlays

4 жыл бұрын

same here! and the interface on the toyota radio is just ridiculous...

Hands down, the Soul. In/out, comfort, storage/hauling, back seat room, superior tech, warranty, uniqueness.

howd you give the style point to the C-HR. it looks wacky af

definitely Soul... 6:10 WTF... 90's graphics. why is Japanese car so infotainment system the worst?

Soul all the way

Soul!

Looks like the Soul wins in a landslide.

People buy SUVs for practically. The Soul wins this one no question.

Kia soul 2020 by far 😊

As I said on Oppo, Kia all day, way more practical for day to day use. I understand if you're worried what you'll be seen in, but would you really be buying either of these if vanity was a concern?

@hawkermustang

5 жыл бұрын

Dats rite. Bently should make a subcompact crossover.

Soul

Judging based on the comments, the Kia Soul. I was disappointed that according to the video, it was a tie.

Akira reference? Take this upvote sir

I leased a 2020 Soul S line. Good news - I really like it. Bad news - I had to have the transmission replaced at just 4,000 miles. It was really dangerous, as I was on a highway traveling four hours to home. It took over a month to get the car back. I have always wanted a Soul, but I prefer the early designs.

Kia SOUL all the wayyyyyy

I have had three Souls and am planning another one in 2021. I say, "if it ain't broke,,don't fix it". Kia by a mile.

I had 2015 limited edition Soul. I like getting a new car for < 18K, and it so hard to get a manual. Nissan Sentra standard can only be found in Canada. Entry level Soul (LX) lacks Sirius XM. Nice review.

If you need all those side, obstacle, and pedestrian sensors on your vehicle, you shouldn't be driving in the 1st place.

@markmd9

4 жыл бұрын

You can make fun of this but it save lives!

I can't believe the cargo space difference is completely ignored here...

Can't beat Toyota quality and reliability.

Kias warranty proves its reliability. Much more practical.A better everyday driver.Although I like the looks of the chr better.

KIA is great City Urban Car..... Drive KIA. Reason is car has room space for your elbows and knees. Great Car.

Soul all day!

Soul is a fun utility vehicle, CHR is a fun heavy hatchback with not much utility, you might as will get the corolla hatch much more fun and lighter and just a little less space. Soul hands down as a utility vehicle. Of course there is the Civic Hatch which has way more space than CHR and faster and better handling so maybe that's the real winner!

The Soul has a more unique look, the C-HR looks like a car.

As much as I like the practicality of the Kia, the famous reliability of Toyota wins my choice. However, both are too small for me, so I would go for the Honda Ridgeline Truck.

@ebf1003

5 жыл бұрын

Kia reliability is stellar anymore. This reminds me of back to the Future where doc says the Japanese make junk and Marty replies that they make all the best stuff."

@ALMX5DP

5 жыл бұрын

Brian Petersen just keep in mind the Ridgeline's backseat has less legroom than the Soul. That's one aspect that really irked me about the Honda as I was expecting more Pilot second row type room.

@djdoctorstyle

5 жыл бұрын

Maybe you should look at the Kia Telluride.

I rather the Kia Soul hands down.

The exterior of the chr is epic but the interior of the soul is so much nicer

Kia Soul 100%

C-HR looks like a Juke! I'll keep my 2020 Kia Soul.

@GhostOfAMachine

4 жыл бұрын

I went with the Soul because of the manual transmission and it's a distictly designed hatchback. I can't drive with a cvt, nor can I fit in the CH R

Just purchased a Soul and really like it. Is it perfect? No but I feel a lot less cramped in it and it is a great hauler and for a small car rides very nice.

I have a C-HR. And I love it. I don't have any problems with speed. I hit the gas all the time and it moves fast enough for me. If it's slow. Then that is good for me since I am heavy footed on the gas a lot. Lol

THE SOUL

Your show, but looks like your audience voted for the Soul. The CHR looks stupid and I don’t see them around too much.

Kia wins my vote hands down . Try cleaning all those creases on the Toyota

If you hate ur backseat driver, pick the chr, if you like your backseat passengers,...take the soul.

KIA cars are strong.

My friend has a Soul and I have a CHR. The CHR handles way better. The Soul definitely has more interior space, but side-by-side the CHR is a way better looking vehicle. Out of the two CVT‘s I would go with Toyota hands-down they’ve had way less issues with engine and transmission‘s than Kia has.

Chr looks sexy and comes with Toyota reliability, you cant go wrong!

He forgot to mention leg room in the Toyota's back seat is for kids or tiny adults and has less head room than the Kia.

To be fair here. The interface you portray is from 2018. For 2019 it is Entune 3.0 and different interface. It is not dated. Yes no Android auto but it is a significantly bigger improvement over last year. Bigger screen too 8 inch.

@drivingsports

5 жыл бұрын

That was noted in the video. And though Entune has some slight visual updates, it’s still an outdated interface compared to the competition.

@moeanthony9308

5 жыл бұрын

@@drivingsports I agree but for some infotainment rather than driving dynamics may mean more.

@hippiebits2071

5 жыл бұрын

Moe Anthony Right...which is why people need to be aware that if this is important to them they may not be too impressed with Entune inspite of it's current updated status.

Toyota resale and quality

I'd consider a Kia or Hyundai, especially the Soul and Elantra GT N Line, if it they were available in top trim with a manual transmission and with a simple, single DIN radio and another cubby hole.

Soul hands down

I'll go for soul