Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 381 hp@5600 401 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 112.2 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 194.9 in | -32.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 77.9 in | -7.6 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 74.0 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 5815 lb. | -3108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.3 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 61.0 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 59.4 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 61.1 in | -6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 58.6 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 34.4 in | 4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.6 in | -56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.3 in | -28.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 105.6 in (over 3 rows) | -24.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 43.0 ft3 | -19.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -28.3 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 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser V8.