Model Year | 2022 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5000 206 lb-ft@1700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 hp@6200 132 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 102.4 in | 8 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 165.2 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.9 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 63.0 in | -5 in |
Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 2844 lb. | 525 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 55.5 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.7 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 | -46.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Volkswagen Passat.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Soul.