Model Year | 2012 | 2022 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 189 hp@5000 207 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,568 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,120 mm | 4,026 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,610 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,228 kg | 1,354 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 40 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 953 mm | -952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,339 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 820 mm | 171 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,872 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 671 L | 371 L | 300 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,512 L | 1,152 L | 0 L |
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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mini Hardtop.