Model Year | 2013 | 2020 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 115.3 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 199.4 in | -37.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 77.5 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 69.0 in | -5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 4225 lb. | -1447 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.7 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.0 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.1 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.4 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.1 in | -40.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.7 in | -29.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 38.2 ft3 | -14.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
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 2020 Mazda CX-9.