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Kia Optima (2018) vs. Kia Soul (2018) Specs

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2018 Kia Optima and 2018 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Kia Optima Kia Soul  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,804 mm 2,570 mm 0 mm
Length 4,854 mm 4,140 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,801 mm 0 mm
Height 1,466 mm 1,613 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,585 kg 1,466 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 54 L 16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,476 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,422 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,156 mm 1,039 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 960 mm 1,003 mm 959 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,433 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,422 mm 1,252 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 993 mm -89 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 450 L 685 L -235 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.9 1,736 L 14.9

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