Model Year | 2022 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 110.0 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 165.2 in | 189.8 in | -24.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 57.9 in | 5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3036 lb. | 3338 lb. | -302 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.9 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 45.5 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.8 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.6 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.1 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 45.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Soul.
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |