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Kia Optima (2020) vs. Kia Soul (2018) Specs

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2020 Kia Optima and 2018 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2020 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 110.4 in 101.2 in 9.2 in
Length 191.1 in 163.0 in 28.1 in
Width 73.2 in 70.9 in 2.3 in
Height 57.7 in 63.5 in -5.8 in
Curb Weight 3558 lb. 3232 lb. 326 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 14.2 gal. 4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.6 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 55.5 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 53.2 in 2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 40.9 in 4.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.5 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 54.7 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 49.3 in 6.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 39.1 in -3.5 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 80 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.9 ft3 24.2 ft3 -8.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.9 ft3 61.3 ft3 -45.4 ft3

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