Model Year | 2020 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Soul | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.7 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 165.2 in | 185.1 in | -19.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.8 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 57.4 in | 5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3036 lb. | 3294 lb. | -258 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.9 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.1 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.2 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.4 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.1 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | 48 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Soul.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta.