| Model Year | 2013 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Toyota bZ4X | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
Electric 214 hp 248 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 112.2 in | -11.8 in |
| Length | 162.2 in | 184.6 in | -22.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 73.2 in | -2.9 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 65.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 4332 lb. | -1642 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.1 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 44.8 in | 7.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 27.7 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 56.9 ft3 | -3.5 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 2023 Toyota bZ4X.