X-Line vs GT-Line | 2020 Kia Soul Review

[@clcbc97]

I'm currently in my dealership right now getting a red Kia soul Gt line. Test drove it and Absolutely love this car and affordable for everything you get. Car is loaded and reasonably affordable.

[@SilentaryXIV]

You sold me on this car. Not sure which trim I'm going to go with but this is definitely going to be my next car.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Awesome detail as always and it was cool to see bits from your trip too! I’m excited to see more from the Soul, great work man! I still don’t like the split DRL/low headlights...I prefer the two together sitting up high traditionally - I like the aggressive look overall though!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Forrest's Auto Reviews I saw that..I’m glad lol. Great job man!

[@KirkKreifels]

Keep it up Forrest! Been looking forward to your review more than the rest!

[@chosenideahandle]

I subbed, because you threw in the bonus room review. Champion.

[@louisanthonywong]

You’re a great reviewer, spoken clearly and deliberate, details galore. Well done 👍🏻

[@giofromtexas2679]

Dude! I really like this new Soul it's jazzy AF! The speaker lights has me sold and I like the overall design and look! I can't believe I'm gonna say this but I would actually take this (GT line) over the Lexus UX. These are so cool looking! Plus the options and attention to detail at this price point is a bargain!

[@CRVgarage]

The best Soul review till date!!

[@GiantTurkS]

I watch this dudes reviews from beginning to the end, I don't know why

[@dopemuffinz1000]

Bc he structures them weird

[@chuckdriver7741]

I bought a 2020 Kia Soul x-line in undercover green. Front & rear Weathertech floor mats purchased and installed. Couldn’t be happier with my choice! 🇺🇸🇰🇷

[@moeanthony9308]

First timer here. Loved the review

[@moeanthony9308]

@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial No worries, I even went back to look at some previous vids. I really appreciate your well spoken intelligence and knowledge. Keep up the great work.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Man you already got the video out? I got a long way to go 😂😫

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial I hear you bro, great job and it was awesome meeting you, I'm sure our paths will cross again

[@thecentralman]

I loved the POV review, Thank you

[@SFic87]

Great review!! I like the GT-Line.

[@KirkKreifels]

Very impressive overall! The only thing about the interior that looks very cheap is the screen between the tach and spedo...plus all the black plastic surrounding that screen.

[@Sig721Tau]

What do you want there to be...metal? That'll add extra weight.

[@NOFATCHICK1]

@@Sig721Tau I don't think the extra weight is the concern lol. It's more about cost saving

[@nevets68]

The switchblade key is also on the "S" line model. The arm padding isn't leather nor is the shifter boot. In regards to the backup camera being grainy...i just bought a S line yesterday. Had the same grainy camera issue. Apparently there was still plastic on the camera lens. Peeled it off and no more grains! ;)

[@andreaberkowitz2426]

My immediate comment is that I can't believe we even got a tour of his hotel bathroom! hahaha

[@-allawi9695]

I’m insane in car speakers and I hope get the Gt-line for it speakers harman kardon and I think the X-line 6 speakers but the Gt-line with 10 speakers!, Nice review ❤

[@conceptcs]

I love switch blades style keys. Love this new Soul, thinking about getting the LX manual.

[@jrwaters943]

Nice review! 👍🏻 Car and Driver just posted pricing FYI.

[@eganfo]

Awesome detailed review.

[@paulhughes3961]

You were right about not normally playing the radio because it's very hard to relay the sound. It really didn't come through. Other wise great review.

[@hermanwooster8944]

Love this review. The CVT X-Line sounds like a really nice commuter car. It may not have all of the amenities, but a 7 inch touch screen is "good enough." It's smoother and the power appears to be sufficient for city traffic. Great job covering both vehicles!

[@baldheadlogic]

Great Review Man...

[@johnbach303]

I wish you would have commented on the difference between the GT line and the GT line turbo

[@marianluc6235]

John Bach not big deal the gt line is 2 l engine and gt line turbo is 1.6 l turbo 201 hp.

[@marciaz31]

Great job on the video ....

[@derekim75]

Telluride review, plz~!!! 👍🏼🤟🏼

[@kennybunker2081]

Glad you staying with the kicking music!

[@thundergato84]

I'm seriously considering trading in my 2017 Toyota Corolla for this Kia Soul.

[@markc5677]

How is the S model and the GT line 2.0 the same price when you get so much more on the GT model?

[@pjay1281]

There is 2 GT-LINE trim level turbo,and a non turbo. The non turbo GT-line is the same price as the S. But the GT-LINE turbo is more expensive than the S.

[@FernandoRV-s7g]

What pisses me is that in Canada they get the LED daylight running lights even on lower trims...

[@silverwrangler]

The Kia Soul 2020 LX manual does have rear AC vents under seat.

[@jovanehgutierrez9268]

This is a fantastic video of your works and review ! I truly appreciates your time to walk through everything and mention every details! Thank you for providing the night looks and raining looks! It look lit! Your other videos are fantastic as well! I will tell my friends and family to follow you for your excellent reviews 🙏 and last but not least, can you may possibly to look up brand new Kia Forte EX with EX Launch Edition (top trim) ??? Thank ! You earned it and I hope you will continue your ways 🙏 @Forest's Auto Reviews

[@kevinhobbs1832]

Thank you - looking for a commuter & this gives me some great data.

[@jordancatcher6663]

At least you'll recognize it as a soul with the taillights. 🤷♂

[@chuckdriver8269]

The heating and cooling vents are under the front seats.

[@rabbitruck]

My ideal Soul would be the 1.4 Kappa turbo engine from the Elantra Eco with a 6 speed manual. Will never happen, but I think that would be the ideal combination for driveability and fuel economy. Realizing that I'm one of the few remaining manual transmission fans, they should, at the very least, just drop the Elantra Eco's engine and trans into a Soul for a Soul Eco. I'd have set up a different trim structure than Kia. LX, Soul Eco, X Line, and GT. Soul Electric as a separate entity. My LX and X Line would have the current engine and trans combos as outlined by Kia. Eco as I mentioned above. I'd have the GT with a manual, like the Elantra GT Sport, and the DCT. It is a total shame you can't get the GT with a 6 speed stick. That would be killer. It makes no sense that you can get an Elantra Sport and GT Sport equipped with the turbo / manual combo but not the Soul. My last grumble is that the X Line really should have had some kind of AWD setup. I think a lot of people were hoping for this. They probably didn't want to cannibalize Hyundai Kona sales, though. Fair enough, but if the goal is to differentiate from the Kona, then again, wider availability of the manual trans should occur in the Soul, as well as the 1.4 Kappa engine option, something the Kona does not feature. Anyway, all my nitpicks aside, I think the new Soul looks REALLY good. They aced the redesign as far as aesthetics. I'll strongly consider a base LX with the manual to replace my xB. Love the thin headlights. I've long thought that with advancing technology, headlights should be getting smaller, not bigger, over time. By 2019 we should be able to have tiny lights that are highly effective. A lot of the lack of progress on this front probably revolves around antiquated US lighting regulations rather than automakers. Thanks for the video review. I've been eagerly awaiting info on the new Soul.

[@donaldbarron7916]

Awesome show 👏..

[@williamwhatley6132]

Nice review except you failed to mention the 2 liter non turbo Gt line. I wish that I could have gotten all the features offered in the turbo. 147 hp is totally adequate. 201 is too much, maybe better in more mountainous terrain.

[@sharktooth5000]

Hi Forrest, I really want the GT Turbo for all the extra features, should I be able to change it over to the X-Line suspension for a smoother ride in the future, is that correct?

[@aquario6453]

Still no vids for the new forte still waiting on it

[@trev8426]

only the LX is available in manual not the X-Line

[@ThePsychicGodfather]

Just left Kia Smithtown. You sold me on the Kia Soul X. Which my partner purchased. Aha 😤 I realize the X Kia Soul he purchase did not come with a sunroof. Do they?

[@sharktooth5000]

Hi Forrest, I saw there is also an EX line, will that have everything the GT has except the motor? I would like the GT but wonder if it is possible to put the X-Line wheels on the GT for a smoother ride?? Thanks for the review.

[@sharktooth5000]

@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial, oh ok, when I got my soul, the Plus+ model had 16" wheels which were quieter than the thinner 18" wheels on the Exclaim! model. Probably I will look for the designer Ex line and see if they can still add any other options that may be missing (this will be a daily driver).

[@sharktooth5000]

2020 Kia Soul Spec sheet has 16 inch wheels listed for the base models LX and S lines. I still think these tires will give you a quieter drive, I wonder if the dealership would swap those out or would this affect the speedometer and the odometer?@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial What are your thoughts Forrest?

[@timhaas6021]

Man, you do a great job with this video! Kudos. \m/-_-\m/

[@LordWinter]

I prefer the previous generation rear but everything else is much improved!

[@indoctrinationtime3056]

Manual option is a pleasant surprise. I almost don't believe it .

[@tyjohnson2492]

Push button start should be standard in 2020.

[@jordancatcher6663]

Not everyone needs (Or wants) push button start , especially if you look at the the rates of stolen vehicles , it's taken a major leap in recent years and mainly because of that particular reason. Smart key and push button start aren't always the best decisions.

[@Sig721Tau]

@@jordancatcher6663 Yeah, I hate the double beep from my car when I start it in the morning and go back into my house. Its so dam annoying. I have push button start with auto/start-stop technology.

[@eddy-sy9zs]

I loveeeeee my 2020 soul EX!

[@dopemuffinz1000]

Any problems yet

[@YouTuber-ep5xx]

The EX is the way to go.

[@mmahtnart8986]

The Toyota has a "first gear" then the CVT. I think that is the same thing the Soul has.??

[@silverwrangler]

No it is a programmed in to feel like gears are shifting. A "dual gear and CVT trans" are not made. Its all in the programming, KIA CVTs are pretty good vs others, not so klunky.

[@JohnnyUkeOfficial]

The GT line with turbo is a bit overpriced in my opinion. Great car but $27k? There's a big price discrepancy from the EX to the GT line. I belive the EX is $23k then the next trim is the GT which is $27k. I think $25k for the GT would've been the sweet spot.

[@x13years]

i dunno at 27k for the Turbo..

[@typeXJuggernaut]

No Soul turbo model is sold in Canada thumbs down to """Kia""" on that moronic decision. Canada gets the shaft with 2L all show NO GO GT

[@timsouttahere]

Storm trooper!

[@EpyonRoyal]

wth

[@krazytater9942]

I hate a CVT transmission, give me a regular automatic.

[@silverwrangler]

Sadly traditional automatics are going the away. Getting harder to find.

too much yadayadayada not enough car review. Trying to make a channel about yourself instead of cars YAWN!

[@kompa2004]

Very ugly car lol

[@kompa2004]

Bro it's my opinion, but some people abviously like it, but I asked why would anyone buy it, I find it ugly. Lol

[@kompa2004]

That makes sense bro !!! I understand.

[@silverwrangler]

Quirky strange, but the Soul grows on you, :)