Model Year | 2013 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 103 kW@6300 167 Nm@4850 |
turbocharged 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 130 kW@5600 275 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,725 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,651 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,485 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 56 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,013 mm | 990 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,052 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 847 L | -176 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 1,798 L | 0 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox.