Model Year | 2013 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,697 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,549 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,842 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,228 kg | 1,735 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 56 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,006 mm | 990 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,047 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 875 L | -204 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 1,688 L | 0 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 |
2019 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
According to the official specs, the Mazda CX-5 offers about a half-inch more rear legroom than the RDX. In reality, though, the Acura has an extra inch or so. While neither is cramped, you'll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, or Toyota RAV4. If you'll be putting three people in back, the Acura does have the advantage of two additional inches of shoulder room. The RDX's additional width might not be good for handling agility, but it is very good for a rear center passenger. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mazda CX-5.