Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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 SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 163.0 in | 20.9 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 70.9 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 63.5 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 3232 lb. | 549 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.2 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.5 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.2 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 54.7 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 49.3 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 24.2 | 12.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 | 11.2 ft3 |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Soul.