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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Kia Soul (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Kia Soul specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Kia Soul  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,550 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 4,105 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,610 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,346 kg 1,161 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 48 L 7 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 1,021 mm 997 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 1,046 mm 1,069 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 1,006 mm 977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,339 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 991 mm -89 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 547 L -122 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 1,512 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Soul

2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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 2011 Kia Soul

2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Lots of head, hip, knee, and foot room. The cushions seem to get less comfortable after a solid 2-3 hours driving. But, at least around town, this is one car in which you can ask friends to sit in the back without being ashamed. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Lots of headroom and legroom. Seat and wheel adjustments easy to make. Feels larger than it actually is. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Tons of headroom. My daughter has lots of visibility in the back while in her car seat. Full size adults can sit back there in comfort. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Comfort of an intermediate-size car, with everything in easy reach. Able to maintain comfortable safety belt adjustment. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Large enought for two adults see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I am over 6 feet tall and even with the moon roof, I have a ton of headroom and leg room. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
My kids are tall too and with my seat adjusted to my liking, there is a ton of head room and leg room in the back. Love the folding rear seats. see full Kia Soul review
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
You can fit another two big people behind you even when you are a 6 footer. Headrests for all passangers. Safety side curtains for all passengers. see full Kia Soul review
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
It felt smaller than the measurements suggested, relative to its competitors. see full Kia Soul review
 
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