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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) vs. Kia Soul (2011) Specs

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

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2011 Kia Soul Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Kia Soul  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
122 hp@6300
115 lb-ft@4200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 100.4 in 1.1 in
Length 179.3 in 161.6 in 17.7 in
Width 70.1 in 70.3 in -0.2 in
Height 59.2 in 63.4 in -4.2 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 2560 lb. 725 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.2 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.2 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.3 in -53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 42.1 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.6 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 55.1 in -2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.7 in -52.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 39.0 in -3.5 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 19.3 ft3 13.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 53.4 ft3 13.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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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