Kia Forte (2023) vs. Kia Soul (2012) Specs

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2023 Kia Forte and 2012 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year	2023	2012
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
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	100.4 in	5.9 in
Length	182.7 in	162.2 in	20.5 in
Width	70.9 in	70.3 in	0.6 in
Height	56.5 in	63.4 in	-6.9 in
Curb Weight	3012 lb.	2707 lb.	305 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	12.7 gal.	1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	40.2 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	55.2 in	0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	53.3 in	-0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	42.1 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.6 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	55.1 in	0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.1 in	52.7 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	39.0 in	-3.3 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	-3.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	23.7 ft³	-8.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.3 ft³	53.4 ft³	-38.1 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.

2012 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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.

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