The cube-like Soul is sold in three unique trim levels — LX, EX and SX. The LX comes with a 130-horsepower 1.6-litre DOHC four-cylinder. The EX and SX enjoy a more powerful 164-hp 2.0L GDI four-cylinder. The 1.6L engine is mated to a six-speed manual or, optionally, a six-speed automatic. The 2.0L engine comes exclusively with a six-speed automatic. A significant suspension upgrade in 2014 made the Soul more nimble and agile. Hallmark touches of the funky compact include a wraparound greenhouse, high-mounted taillights and upright stance. Available LED front positioning lights and rear LED “light bar” lights help connect Soul to other models within the Kia lineup. Also available is the Soul EV, a pure-electric plug-in model powered by a synchronous AC motor through a single-speed transmission. The liquid-cooled electric motor puts out 109 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque.