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2015 Kia Soul and 2008 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.3 in | -5.1 in |
| Length | 163.0 in | 179.0 in | -16 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 63.0 in | 67.7 in | -4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2879 lb. | 3443 lb. | -564 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.6 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 41.6 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.9 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.2 | 31.7 ft3 | -7.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Soul
| 2015 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 2015 Kia Soul
| 2015 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 |
| 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 2008 Kia Rondo
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
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