Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6500 201 Nm@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,269 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 50 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 909 mm | 82 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 572 L | 99 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 1,334 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 |
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 |
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 |