Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 100.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 162.2 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.3 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 63.4 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2943 lb. | 2778 lb. | 165 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.2 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.3 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.1 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 39.6 in | -4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.1 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.7 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 39.0 in | -7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster.
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.