Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 109.8 in | -9.4 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 188.4 in | -26.2 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 75.2 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 68.1 in | -4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 4045 lb. | -1338 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 40.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 59.7 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.7 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.2 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 59.5 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 56.5 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 42.3 ft3 | -18.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -42 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |