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2014 Kia Soul and 2015 Fiat 500L Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Fiat 500L | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 118 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 102.8 in | -1.6 in |
| Length | 163.0 in | 167.3 in | -4.3 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 69.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 63.0 in | 65.7 in | -2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2714 lb. | 3254 lb. | -540 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 49.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 68.0 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Soul
| 2014 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Soul
| 2014 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 |
| 2014 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500L
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | The front seats in the 500 (no L) aren't my favorite aspect of the car (to put it lightly). Those in the 500L are totally different. They're not luxurious. They're not sporty. But they're firm without being overly firm and the way the seatback angles forward from its midpoint provides excellent mid-back support. A power lumbar adjuster is available, but the tested car lacked this feature and I didn't miss it. The Soul's front seats are flatter, firmer, lacking in lumbar support, and generally much less comfortable. see full Fiat 500L review | |
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | The 500L's rear seat, which slides and reclines, is mounted very high off the floor, and consequently provides better thigh support than most. Slide it all the way back, and legroom is plentiful (if still not as plentiful as in the Kia). But combine the high cushion with the optional panoramic sunroof, and even though I'm only 5-9 my scalp nearly touched the headliner. Anyone who intends to carry people over 5-10 in the back seat best skip the sunroof. Without it the 500L has much more rear headroom. see full Fiat 500L review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500L
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This isn't a problem for me exactly, but I've noticed other reviewers have mentioned it. The front seats are firm and I've been told that the seat fabric in some of the other models can be a bit slick. It took me a few days to get fully accustomed to the seats and find the position that works best for me. I like the firmness because it gives extra support. It's certainly something you'll want to pay attention to when you test drive it. see full Fiat 500L review |
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