Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Kia Soul | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 100.4 in | 10.2 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 162.2 in | 23 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 70.3 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 63.4 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 2615 lb. | 1095 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 55.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 39.0 in | -3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.3 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.5 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
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.