Kia Motors America's (KMA) wildly popular urban passenger vehicle, the all-new 2014 Soul, was nameda winner at the 10thannual Active Lifestyle Vehicle of Year awards held in Chandler, Ariz.For the second consecutive year, the Soul received the highest score in the urban category after evaluations from local media and athletes.

"Having Soul named as a winner once again at the Active Lifestyle Vehicle awards is strong evidence that our complete redesign of this iconic vehicle was successful. While dramatically improving the Soul's ride and handling qualities, as well as its interior appointments, it's lost none of its fun, funky and young-at-heart personality," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president, marketing & communications, KMA."From the expansive cargo area to the roof rack mounts that come standard on every trim, the Soul speaks to those who want a vehicle that offers iconic design and all the things that supporta youthful and active lifestyle."