Comparison - Kia Soul 2.0L 2018 - vs - Subaru Forester Premium 2017

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Kia Soul 2.0L 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

20,400

Updated:

19 Mar 2018

26,437

Updated:

02 Dec 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2017

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

14.20gals

15.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Clear White

#FFFFFF

Bright Silver

#EBF0F0

Titanium Grey

#C0BFC2

Inferno Red

#FF2F28

Shadow Black

#323234

Color:

Crystal Black Silica

#3D393A

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Dark Gray Metallic

#333333

Ice Silver Metallic

#686672

Jasmine Green Metallic

#777581

Quartz Blue Pearl

#365890

Venetian Red Pearl

#882A3A

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Kia Soul puts style ahead of safety features and turbo power.

Pros
Looks sharp
Good Uvo infotainment
Turbo-4 power
Versatile hatchback body
Still a manual on the order sheet

Cons
Engines can be noisy
6-speed automatic hunts through gears
Mediocre gas mileage
Top safety tech unavailable with turbo

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Kia Soul ranked #1 in Compact Cars. Currently the Kia Soul has a score of 9.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 45 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable, roomy cabin
Considerable cargo space
Upscale interior
Energetic turbocharged engine available
Outstanding warranty and predicted reliability rating

Cons
Sluggish base engine
Below-average gas mileage

By:

usnews.com

Only a few changes were made to the Soul for 2018. The base Soul’s Convenience package now gets an upgraded UVO3 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus automatic climate control. Midrange Soul Plus models now get the UVO3 system as standard.

Pros
Funkiness on wheels,
powerful and efficient turbo engine,
comfortable cabin.

Cons
Average cargo capacity,
no all-wheel-drive option.

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caranddriver.com

The 2017 Subaru Forester ranks 8 out of 18 Compact SUVs. The 2017 Subaru Forester offers one of the lowest starting prices in the class, a competitive list of features, and the rarity of standard all-wheel drive. These make it a triple threat in the highly competitive compact SUV class.

Pros
Highest cargo capacity in the class
Roomy back seats
Standard all-wheel drive
Lots of available safety features

Cons
Bland interior styling
Below-average fuel economy

By:

usnews.com

One of the best small SUVs, the 2017 Subaru Forester is a good value, with remarkable interior volume, thrifty fuel economy, and top safety scores.
The Subaru Forester is a compact utility vehicle with wagon-like practicality and standard all-wheel drive. It has the capabilities of a crossover, the ride and handling of a car, and plenty of all-weather security and even off-road capability.

Pros
Good ride, enjoyable driving
Top-notch safety scores, systems
Spacious cabin with super visibility
Among the best CVTs around
Turbo adds speedy performance

Cons
Shift paddles only on turbo
No manual offered with turbo
Priciest models not all that premium

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Forester receives numerous updates, starting with wider feature availability, additional noise insulation and quicker steering response. The enhanced EyeSight safety system now has lane departure intervention and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Automatic high-beam headlight control is newly available, as are adaptive LED headlights and reverse automatic braking. Styling revisions include new headlights and taillights, plus a freshened grille and front end.

Pros
Airy interior with plenty of room for adults in both seating rows
Impressive fuel economy for an all-wheel-drive crossover
Optional turbocharged engine provides spirited acceleration
Above-average off-road ability

Cons
CVT may seem less responsive and refined than a traditional automatic
Doesn't feel as sporty around turns as some rivals
Cabin design and materials aren't especially noteworthy
Maximum tow rating isn't particularly robust

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

25.00mpg

26.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

30.00mpg

32.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

2.50L

Torque:

150ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

174ft-lbs

at 4 100rpm

Horsepower:

161hp

at 6 200rpm

170hp

at 5 800rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

163.00in

180.90in

Width:

70.90in

70.70in

Height:

63.50in

68.20in

Ground Clearance:

5.90in

8.70in

Front Track:

61.40in

Rear Track:

61.90in

Wheel Base:

101.20in

103.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.60

40.00

Rear Head Room:

39.50

37.50

Front Leg Room:

40.90in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

39.10in

38.00in

Front Hip Room:

53.20in

53.90in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.50in

57.00in

Rear Hip Room:

49.30in

53.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

54.70in

56.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

49.50cu.ft

68.50cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.80cu.ft

31.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3163.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Remote Keyless Power Door Locks

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height adjustable driver seat

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

6-Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Bucket Front Seats

Cloth

8 -way power driver seat

Cloth

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Independent Suspension

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar Stabilizer Bar

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

6 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

4-Wheel ABS

Security System Shock Sensor

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages:

Special Edition (Mysterious Blue) Package

Audio Package

Designer's Package

Primo Lit Package

Rugged Package #1

All-Weather Package + EyeSight + Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Power Rear Gate

Popular Package #1A

Protection Package #1

Standard Model - 2.5i Premium CVT

All-Weather Package

All-Weather Package + EyeSight + Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Popular Package #2A

Exterior Options:

Rear Spoiler

Mud Guards

Cross Bars

Puddle Lights

Wheel Locks

Paint Protection Package

Rear Bumper Applique (Clear)

Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels)

Body Side Molding Kit Ice Silver Metallic

Wheel Arch Moldings

Exhaust Tip

Body Side Molding Kit Dark Gray Metallic

Fog Lamp Kit - Gray Interior

Door Edge Guard Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guard Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guard Jasmine Green

Splash Guards

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Edge Guard Quartz Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guard Venetian Red Pearl

Front Bumper Underguard

Cross Bar Set - Aero

Sport Grille

Trailer Hitch

Body Side Molding Kit Jasmine Green

Door Edge Guard Dark Gray Metallic

Rear Bumper Underguard

Body Side Molding Kit Venetian Red

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding Kit Quartz Blue Pearl

Fog Lamp Kit - Black Interior

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal White Pearl

Interior Options:

EC Mirror Compass And Homelink

Illuminated Scuff Plate

Carpeted Floor Mats

Cargo Tray And Seatback Cover

Cargo Tray

Sport Pedals

Cargo Net

Interior Light Kit

Cargo Tray

Compartment Separator

Cargo Net Rear Seat Back

Sunshade

Cargo Cover (Power Rear Gate)

Cargo Net Side

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/ Homelink & Approach Lighting

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass

Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting

Cargo Net Rear

Tweeter Kit

Rear Seat Back Protector

110 Power Outlet Kit

All-Weather Floor Mats

STI Leather Shift Knob CVT

Cargo Cover (Manual Rear Gate)

Footwell Illumination Kit - Blue

Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink

Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Speaker Kit

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink for Eyesight Models

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass for Eyesight Models

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

#222222

Color:

Black, cloth

#343436

Gray, cloth

#A9A6A3

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Comparison - Kia Soul 2.0L 2018 - vs - Subaru Forester Premium 2017

General

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Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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