Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 118 lb-ft@4850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 102.8 in | -1.6 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 171.3 in | -8.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 68.3 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 57.9 in | 5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2714 lb. | 2844 lb. | -130 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.1 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.4 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.8 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.9 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.9 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 35.4 in | 3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
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 |
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 |
2007 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |