Model Year | 2015 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 102.4 in | 7.6 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 165.2 in | 25.5 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.9 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 63.0 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3036 lb. | 432 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.5 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.1 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.7 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.8 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 | -46.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Soul.