Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 101.5 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 173.5 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.5 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 63.5 in | 56.8 in | 6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3232 lb. | 3549 lb. | -317 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.5 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.7 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.8 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 41.5 in | 13.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 32.5 in | 6.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 50.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Soul.
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |