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2015 Kia Soul and 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Model | Kia Soul | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
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 Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 111.4 in | -10.2 in |
| Length | 163.0 in | 191.5 in | -28.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 63.0 in | 57.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2879 lb. | 3580 lb. | -701 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.1 in | -6.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 46.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Soul
| 2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2015 | Volkswagen managed to package the e-Golf's 24-kWh battery pack so well that neither passenger nor cargo room is reduced. Kia didn't do as well with its 27-kWh pack, and the Soul EV has three fewer inches of rear legroom than the regular Soul as a result. Still, this leaves it with about as much rear legroom as the e-Golf, and more than you'll find in other compact EVs. If you want a compact EV with an adult-friendly back seat, these are the ones to get. Rear seat passengers don't get rear air vents in the Soul EV, but they can get seat heaters. The e-Golf has the vents but doesn't offer back row bun warmers. see full Kia Soul review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Soul
| 2015 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 |
| 2015 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Mazda Mazda6
| 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
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