Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 118 lb-ft@4850 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 108.3 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 180.5 in | -17.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 68.9 in | 2 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 63.6 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2789 lb. | 3417 lb. | -628 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.1 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.5 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 57.8 in | -8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -30.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.2 | 44.4 ft3 | -20.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Volkswagen managed to package the e-Golf's 24-kWh battery pack so well that neither passenger nor cargo room is reduced. Kia didn't do as well with its 27-kWh pack, and the Soul EV has three fewer inches of rear legroom than the regular Soul as a result. Still, this leaves it with about as much rear legroom as the e-Golf, and more than you'll find in other compact EVs. If you want a compact EV with an adult-friendly back seat, these are the ones to get. Rear seat passengers don't get rear air vents in the Soul EV, but they can get seat heaters. The e-Golf has the vents but doesn't offer back row bun warmers. see full Kia Soul review |
2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |
2014 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |