Model Year | 2023 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 163.0 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 0 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 63.5 in | -7 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3232 lb. | -220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.2 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.2 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.9 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 49.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 39.1 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 | -46 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Soul.