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What class of car is a Kia Soul?

The Kia Soul is so unique looking. I don’t even know what to call it when describing it to someone else. What class of car is a Kia Soul?

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Jacqulyn Graber · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The
Kia
Soul is certainly unique, with its boxy design and small size. Though some people confuse it for a sedan, in terms of class, a Kia Soul is actually a subcompact crossover SUV.
This class has a very specific name, so let’s break it down. Crossovers have a body and frame that’s built in a single piece, which is called unibody construction. This is the same type of body used by a sedan and is lighter and generally more fuel-efficient than a typical SUV, which has a body and frame that are built separately.
Crossovers come in a variety of sizes—anywhere from subcompact to full-sized. Subcompacts are, obviously, the smallest option and typically have an exterior length under 173.2 inches. They are also the most fuel-efficient.
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