Model Year | 2019 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1500 |
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 | 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 | 3274 lb. | 2844 lb. | 430 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 2019 Volkswagen Passat.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Soul.