Model Year | 2020 | 2022 | |
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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 102.4 in | 8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 165.2 in | 25.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.9 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 63.0 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3558 lb. | 3036 lb. | 522 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.5 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.1 in | 4.4 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 | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.8 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 | -46.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Soul.