Well, I have had my Soul Plus for almost 2 weeks. I am loving it. It drives great and handle just as well. I went from a Ford Focus and could not be happier. It was a risky move to buy a car the first year on the market, but KIA has done the homework on this one. Sure, it is a little odd looking at first but then again what car isn't when it first comes out. Gas mileage is good and I am actually getting a little more per gallon. It has great pick up and stops well.