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2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2012 Kia Soul Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Soul | |
| Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 100.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 162.2 in | -1.1 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 70.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 63.4 in | -4.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2690 lb. | 275 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 55.1 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.0 in | -5.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -8.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | -26.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
| 2012 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
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