Model Year | 2021 | 2023 | |
Model | Buick Encore | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@4900 148 lb-ft@1850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 hp@6200 132 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 102.4 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 165.2 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 63.0 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3237 lb. | 2844 lb. | 393 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.3 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.1 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.7 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.8 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 | -13.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Buick Encore.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Soul.