Model Year | 2018 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 101.5 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 163.0 in | 179.3 in | -16.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.1 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 63.5 in | 59.2 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3232 lb. | 3228 lb. | 4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.1 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.1 in | 1.6 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Soul.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |