Model Year | 2023 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 100.4 in | 11 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 162.2 in | 32 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.3 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 63.4 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3126 lb. | 2690 lb. | 436 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.2 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.3 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.1 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 52.7 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.0 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -37.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 |