2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Honda Fit
In comparing the 2019 Kia Soul's and the 2019 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2019 Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Kia Soul and 2019 Honda Fit have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Kia Soul's and the 2019 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda Fit is a better car than the 2019 Kia Soul.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Honda Fit Pricing
A used 2019 Kia Soul ranges from $11,988 to $19,998 while a used 2019 Honda Fit is priced between $14,982 to $22,998.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Honda Fit Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value and the 2019 Honda Fit loses 29.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Honda Fit retains 6.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Kia Soul.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Honda Fit Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Soul is 8.1 out of 10 while the Honda Fit's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons and the Honda Fit being ranked 1 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Honda Fit Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Soul is 7.6 out of 10. For the Honda Fit the reliability rating is 8.6 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 2019 Kia Soul and the 2019 Honda Fit makes 130 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles.This gives the 2019 Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Honda Fit 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:
$11,988 - $19,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$14,982 - $22,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
29.8%
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Soul Rankings
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4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Honda 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
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3 out of / 43Ranking
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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 / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Kia Soul Trim Levels
!, +, Base
2019 Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, LX w/Honda Sensing, Sport, Sport w/Honda Sensing
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.14 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
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
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
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
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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 yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
125.2 cubic feet
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 yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 cubic feet
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
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
185/60R15
