Model Year | 2017 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 100.4 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 162.2 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 63.4 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3031 lb. | 2707 lb. | 324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.1 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.7 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 39.0 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
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 |