Model Year | 2013 | 2022 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6600 151 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 103.9 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 172.0 in | -9.8 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 70.5 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 57.1 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 3060 lb. | -282 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.4 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.9 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.0 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 45.5 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 29.9 in | 9.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.9 in (over 2 rows) | 9.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.