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BMW 3-Series (2011) vs. Kia Soul (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 3-Series and 2013 Kia Soul specs.

2011 BMW 3-Series and 2013 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2011 2013  
Model BMW 3-Series Kia Soul  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.7 in 100.4 in 8.3 in
Length 178.2 in 162.2 in 16 in
Width 71.5 in 70.3 in 1.2 in
Height 55.8 in 63.4 in -7.6 in
Curb Weight 3462 lb. 2615 lb. 847 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 40.2 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.4 in 55.2 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.3 in -53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 42.1 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 39.6 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 55.1 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.7 in -52.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 39.0 in -4.4 in
Total Legroom 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.8 ft3 23.7 ft3 1.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.0 ft3 53.4 ft3 4.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul

2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul

2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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