Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,046 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,126 kg | 1,260 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 48 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,323 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,006 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 790 mm | 991 mm | -201 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 671 L | -246 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,405 L | 1,512 L | 0 L |
2015 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |