Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 101.2 in | 9.8 in |
Length | 194.5 in | 163.0 in | 31.5 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 70.9 in | 7.7 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 63.0 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4054 lb. | 2879 lb. | 1175 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 14.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 55.5 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 53.2 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 54.7 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 49.3 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 0.0 in | 44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.9 in | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.8 ft3 | 24.2 | 22.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.9 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 | 22.6 ft3 |
2017 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Honda Pilot.
2014 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Volkswagen managed to package the e-Golf's 24-kWh battery pack so well that neither passenger nor cargo room is reduced. Kia didn't do as well with its 27-kWh pack, and the Soul EV has three fewer inches of rear legroom than the regular Soul as a result. Still, this leaves it with about as much rear legroom as the e-Golf, and more than you'll find in other compact EVs. If you want a compact EV with an adult-friendly back seat, these are the ones to get. Rear seat passengers don't get rear air vents in the Soul EV, but they can get seat heaters. The e-Golf has the vents but doesn't offer back row bun warmers. see full Kia Soul review |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |