2019 Honda HR-V vs. 2019 Kia Soul
In comparing the 2019 Honda HR-V's and the 2019 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. The 2019 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Honda HR-V's and the 2019 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2019 Honda HR-V.
2019 Honda HR-V vs. 2019 Kia Soul Pricing
A used 2019 Honda HR-V ranges from $18,126 to $26,236 while a used 2019 Kia Soul is priced between $11,988 to $19,998.
2019 Honda HR-V vs. 2019 Kia Soul Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Honda HR-V loses 34.2 percent of its value and the 2019 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Honda HR-V retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Kia Soul.
2019 Honda HR-V vs. 2019 Kia Soul Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda HR-V is 8.0 out of 10 while the Kia Soul's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Honda HR-V being ranked 3 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons.
2019 Honda HR-V vs. 2019 Kia Soul Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda HR-V is 5.6 out of 10. For the Kia Soul the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Kia Soul an advantage in reliability compared to the Honda HR-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Honda HR-V’s base engine makes 141 horsepower, and the 2019 Kia Soul base engine makes 130 horsepower. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles. This gives the 2019 Honda HR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Kia Soul. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Kia Soul, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2019 Honda HR-V, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Honda HR-V has higher safety ratings than the 2019 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:
$18,126 - $26,236
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$11,988 - $19,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 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 HR-V Rankings
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2 out of / 8Ranking
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7 out of / 55Ranking
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46 out of / 55Ranking
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57 out of / 66Kia Soul Rankings
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5 out of / 5Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport, Touring
2019 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:
141 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 449 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:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
124.4 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:
2906 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
170.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
