Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,153 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 48 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 0 mm | 991 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 150 L | 521 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 5.3 | -4.3 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 |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |