Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Corolla | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 102.4 in | -2 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 178.7 in | -16.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 69.3 in | 1 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 57.7 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 2723 lb. | -33 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.8 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.0 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 43.9 in | 8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.3 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 41.1 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.
2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |