Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Acura ILX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6800 180 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,620 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,793 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,404 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 50 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,278 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 912 mm | -911 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 864 mm | 127 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 348 L | 323 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 12.3 | -11.3 L |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Acura ILX.