Kia Soul (2015) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2011) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Soul and 2011 Hyundai Sonata specs.
2015 Kia Soul and 2011 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2011 |
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Model |
Kia Soul |
Hyundai Sonata |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Hatch |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
101.2 in |
110.0 in |
-8.8 in |
Length |
163.0 in |
189.8 in |
-26.8 in |
Width |
70.9 in |
72.2 in |
-1.3 in |
Height |
63.0 in |
57.9 in |
5.1 in |
Curb Weight |
2714 lb. |
3161 lb. |
-447 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
14.2 gal. |
18.5 gal. |
-4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
39.6 in |
40.0 in |
-0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
55.5 in |
57.9 in |
-2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
53.2 in |
55.2 in |
-2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
40.9 in |
45.5 in |
-4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
39.5 in |
37.8 in |
1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
54.7 in |
56.7 in |
-2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
49.3 in |
54.9 in |
-5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
39.1 in |
34.6 in |
4.5 in |
Total Legroom |
80 in (over 2 rows) |
80.1 in (over 2 rows) |
-0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
24.2 ft3 |
16.4 ft3 |
7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
61.3 ft3 |
16.4 ft3 |
44.9 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Soul
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 2015 Kia Soul
2014 |
0 |
Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model
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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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 |
4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 |
4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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