Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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 | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,490 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 48 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,021 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,006 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 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 | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 671 L | 258 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 1,512 L | 0 L |
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2013 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 |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Excellent room both up front and in the backseat for tall people. Same as previous model see full Kia Soul review |
2013 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The front seat is every bit as uncomfortable as the previous model. No improvement here. A tall person will be more comfortable sitting in the rear seat. see full Kia Soul review |