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2012 Kia Soul and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 106.3 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 162.2 in | 188.3 in | -26.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 57.5 in | 5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3297 lb. | -590 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.1 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 52.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 38 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about 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 2012 Kia Soul.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
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