Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 118.1 in | -16.9 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 200.8 in | -37.8 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 77.6 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 71.5 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2837 lb. | 4367 lb. | -1530 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 42.1 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 64.5 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.3 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.8 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 41.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 63.2 in | -8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 66.0 in | -16.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.7 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -41 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.2 | 63.6 ft3 | -39.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -47.1 ft3 |
2016 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Soul.
2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |