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2013 Kia Soul and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Mazda Mazda3 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 106.3 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 162.2 in | 175.6 in | -13.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 63.4 in | 57.3 in | 6.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 2797 lb. | -19 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.2 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.8 in | 3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Soul
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
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