Model Year | 2013 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 355 hp@5600 383 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 120.9 in | -20.5 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 210.7 in | -48.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 81.0 in | -10.7 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 75.8 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 5473 lb. | -2766 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -11.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 66.0 in | -10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 61.5 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 44.5 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.8 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 61.3 in | -8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 42.0 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.7 in | -62.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 121.4 in (over 3 rows) | -40.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 25.5 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 72.6 ft3 | -48.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 122.9 ft3 | -69.5 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 |
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