Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6500 201 Nm@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 353 Nm@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,804 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,585 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 70 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 904 mm | 87 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 450 L | 221 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 15.9 | -14.9 L |
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 2017 Kia Optima.