An electric version of the 2014 Kia Soul will be released next year, according to a press release issued by the Korean automaker this week.
More details regarding MPGe, packaging, and more will "be announced at an upcoming major U.S. auto show," Kia said.
"Eco-consciousness already comes standard on the all-new Soul with 85-percent of its materials able to be recycled at the end of its lifespan, and the Soul EV will further demonstrate Kia's engineering capabilities as well as our commitment to producing vehicles with reduced environmental footprints," said Orth Hedrick, Kia Motors America executive director of product planning, in a statement.
Photos of the Soul EV will be released closer to the vehicle's launch in 2014.
Kia said the Soul EV is a "natural extension of the Soul's urban-friendly place in the brand's lineup."
Once released, the Soul will become Kia's first all-electric vehicle.
The vehicle will only be released in select markets however, but which markets remains to be seen.
Kia expects the Soul to compete with the likes of the Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Volt, and Ford Focus Electric vehicles.
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