Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Kia Soul | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,604 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,427 mm | 4,140 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,808 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,613 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,557 kg | 1,466 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 54 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,006 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,003 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 993 mm | -84 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 685 L | -11 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 651 L | 24.2 | 626.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 1,736 L | 0 L |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Soul.