Model Year | 2022 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Soul | |
Engine | Electric 201 hp 291 lb-ft |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 100.4 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 162.2 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.3 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 63.4 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3854 lb. | 2690 lb. | 1164 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 12.7 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.2 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 52.7 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.0 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.4 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.2 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Niro.
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 |