Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 113.0 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 191.0 in | -28 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.0 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 70.5 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2879 lb. | 4084 lb. | -1205 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.9 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.8 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.9 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 62.0 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 63.7 in | -14.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.5 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.1 in | -60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.3 in | -34.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 111.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.2 | 71.0 ft3 | -46.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 120.0 ft3 | -58.7 ft3 |
2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Volkswagen managed to package the e-Golf's 24-kWh battery pack so well that neither passenger nor cargo room is reduced. Kia didn't do as well with its 27-kWh pack, and the Soul EV has three fewer inches of rear legroom than the regular Soul as a result. Still, this leaves it with about as much rear legroom as the e-Golf, and more than you'll find in other compact EVs. If you want a compact EV with an adult-friendly back seat, these are the ones to get. Rear seat passengers don't get rear air vents in the Soul EV, but they can get seat heaters. The e-Golf has the vents but doesn't offer back row bun warmers. see full Kia Soul review |
2015 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 |
2015 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |