Model Year | 2013 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Volkswagen Atlas | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 117.3 in | -16.9 in |
Length | 162.2 in | 200.7 in | -38.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 78.4 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 70.1 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2778 lb. | 4425 lb. | -1647 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 61.5 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.2 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 60.8 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 58.0 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.1 in | -45.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.7 in | -33.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.7 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.7 | 55.5 ft3 | -31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.4 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 | -43.4 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas.