Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 235 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,407 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,443 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,672 kg | 1,228 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 48 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 1,021 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 1,006 mm | 908 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,339 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 826 mm | 991 mm | -165 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 187 L | 671 L | -484 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 297 L | 1,512 L | 296 L |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.