Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Soul | BMW X5 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 115.5 in | -15.1 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 191.1 in | -28.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 76.1 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 69.5 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 5335 lb. | -2628 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -10.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 60.0 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.0 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.0 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.6 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 21.9 ft3 | 1.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -8.4 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X5.