Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 168 hp@6000 155 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 97.1 in | 3.3 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 143.1 in | 19.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 66.5 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 55.5 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 2855 lb. | -77 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.4 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 50.9 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 39.0 in | 16.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 27.5 in | 11.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 12.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 19.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |