Model Year | 2017 | 2021 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 102.4 in | 8 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 165.2 in | 26.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.9 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 63.0 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3481 lb. | 3036 lb. | 445 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 |
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 |
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 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Soul.