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Kia Soul (2015) vs. Mini Hardtop (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Soul and 2012 Mini Hardtop specs.

2015 Kia Soul and 2012 Mini Hardtop Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Kia Soul Mini Hardtop  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,570 mm 2,466 mm 0 mm
Length 4,140 mm 3,698 mm 1 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,684 mm 0 mm
Height 1,600 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,231 kg 1,155 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 54 L 40 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 986 mm -985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,410 mm 1,278 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,039 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,389 mm 1,135 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,252 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 993 mm 759 mm 234 mm
Total Legroom 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) 1,811 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 685 L 161 L 524 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,736 L 680 L -679 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Soul

2015 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2012 Mini Hardtop

2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review
2012 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review
 
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