Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Ford Edge | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5500 275 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 112.2 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 188.1 in | -25.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 75.9 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 68.6 in | -5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3912 lb. | -1205 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 18.3 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 60.3 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.9 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.5 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 60.5 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.5 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.6 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 39.2 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -20 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 2015 Ford Edge.