Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 102.8 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 171.3 in | -9.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 68.3 in | 2 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 57.9 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 2844 lb. | -154 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.4 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.8 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.9 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.4 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2012 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
2008 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |