Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Buick Regal | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6500 201 Nm@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 kW@5300 350 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,738 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,831 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,857 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,665 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 68 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 947 mm | 44 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 402 L | 269 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 14.2 | -13.2 L |
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 |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |