Model Year | 2020 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 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 | 3325 lb. | 2844 lb. | 481 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 2020 Volkswagen Passat.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Soul.