Hyundai Sonata (2013) vs. Kia Soul (2014) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Sonata and 2014 Kia Soul specs.
2013 Hyundai Sonata and 2014 Kia Soul Specifications
Model Year |
2013 |
2014 |
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Model |
Hyundai Sonata |
Kia Soul |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Sedan |
4dr Hatch |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
110.0 in |
101.2 in |
8.8 in |
Length |
189.8 in |
163.0 in |
26.8 in |
Width |
72.2 in |
70.9 in |
1.3 in |
Height |
57.9 in |
63.0 in |
-5.1 in |
Curb Weight |
3199 lb. |
2714 lb. |
485 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
18.5 gal. |
14.2 gal. |
4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
40.0 in |
39.6 in |
0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
57.9 in |
55.5 in |
2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.2 in |
53.2 in |
2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
45.5 in |
40.9 in |
4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.8 in |
39.5 in |
-1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
56.7 in |
54.7 in |
2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
54.9 in |
49.3 in |
5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
34.6 in |
39.1 in |
-4.5 in |
Total Legroom |
80.1 in (over 2 rows) |
80 in (over 2 rows) |
0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
16.4 ft3 |
24.2 ft3 |
-7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
16.4 ft3 |
61.3 ft3 |
-44.9 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Sonata
2013 |
According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome.
In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Sonata
2013 |
4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too.
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2013 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 |
4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2012 |
4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Soul
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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Soul
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 |
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