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 | 2,570 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,140 mm | 4,407 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,613 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,466 kg | 1,610 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 54 L | 55 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 953 mm | -952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 909 mm | -908 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 826 mm | 167 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 685 L | 187 L | 498 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,736 L | 297 L | -296 L |
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 |