Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Chrysler Town & Country | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 121.2 in | -20.8 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 202.5 in | -40.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 78.7 in | -8.4 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 67.9 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 4652 lb. | -1874 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 63.7 in | -8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.4 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.7 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.1 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 65.0 in | -12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.5 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.7 in | -32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 83.3 ft3 | -59.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -90.4 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Chrysler Town & Country.