2018 Honda Fit vs. 2018 Kia Soul
When comparing the 2018 Honda Fit's and the 2018 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2018 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2018 Honda Fit and 2018 Kia Soul have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Honda Fit's and the 2018 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Fit is a better car than the 2018 Kia Soul.
2018 Honda Fit vs. 2018 Kia Soul Pricing
A used 2018 Honda Fit ranges from $13,502 to $22,687 while a used 2018 Kia Soul is priced between $10,224 to $19,496.
2018 Honda Fit vs. 2018 Kia Soul Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Honda Fit loses 29.8 percent of its value and the 2018 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Honda Fit retains 6.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Kia Soul.
2018 Honda Fit vs. 2018 Kia Soul Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Fit is 9.3 out of 10 while the Kia Soul's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Honda Fit being ranked 1 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons.
2018 Honda Fit vs. 2018 Kia Soul Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Fit is 8.6 out of 10. For the Kia Soul the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Honda Fit a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Soul.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2018 Honda Fit and the 2018 Kia Soul makes 130 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles.This gives the 2018 Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2018 Kia Soul has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Honda Fit has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Kia Soul, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.14 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,502 - $22,687
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
29.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$10,224 - $19,496
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Honda Fit Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Kia Soul Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
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4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, LX w/Honda Sensing, Sport, Sport w/Honda Sensing
2018 Kia Soul Trim Levels
!, +, Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.14 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
118 foot-lbs @ 4850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 36 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 382 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 30 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
341 / 426 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
24.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
125.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2522 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
161.4 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2884 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63.5 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
185/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
