Kia Soul (2016) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2016 Kia Soul and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2016	2012
Model	Kia Soul	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.2 in	101.5 in	-0.3 in
Length	163.0 in	165.4 in	-2.4 in
Width	70.9 in	70.3 in	0.6 in
Height	63.0 in	58.3 in	4.7 in
Curb Weight	2714 lb.	2968 lb.	-254 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.2 gal.	14.5 gal.	-0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.6 in	39.3 in	0.3 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	41.2 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	38.5 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	52.8 in	1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.3 in	0.0 in	49.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.1 in	35.5 in	3.6 in
Total Legroom	80 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	3.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.2 ft³	15.0 ft³	9.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	61.3 ft³	46.0 ft³	15.3 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Kia Soul

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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD	Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

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