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Kia Optima (2018) vs. Kia Soul (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Kia Optima and 2012 Kia Soul specs.

2018 Kia Optima and 2012 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2018 2012  
Model Kia Optima Kia Soul  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
164 hp@6500
148 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 100.4 in 10 in
Length 191.1 in 162.2 in 28.9 in
Width 73.2 in 70.3 in 2.9 in
Height 57.7 in 63.4 in -5.7 in
Curb Weight 3494 lb. 2778 lb. 716 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.2 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 55.2 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 53.3 in 2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 42.1 in 3.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.6 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 55.1 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 52.7 in 3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 39.0 in -3.4 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.9 ft3 23.7 ft3 -7.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.9 ft3 53.4 ft3 -37.5 ft3

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2012 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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