2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Nissan Kicks
When we compare the 2019 Kia Soul's and the 2019 Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Nissan Kicks has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Kia Soul's and the 2019 Nissan Kicks's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2019 Nissan Kicks.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Nissan Kicks Pricing
A used 2019 Kia Soul ranges from $11,988 to $19,998 while a used 2019 Nissan Kicks is priced between $13,999 to $22,287.
2019 Kia Soul vs. 2019 Nissan Kicks 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 Nissan Kicks loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Kia Soul retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Nissan Kicks.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Kia Soul’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the 2019 Nissan Kicks base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles. The Kicks is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles.This gives the 2019 Nissan Kicks the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. 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 shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Nissan Kicks, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Kia Soul has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Nissan Kicks, with an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 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:
$13,999 - $22,287
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Nissan Kicks Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Soul Rankings
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5 out of / 5Nissan Kicks Rankings
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2 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 62Ranking
3 out of / 53Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
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6 out of / 55Ranking
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65 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Kia Soul Trim Levels
!, +, Base
2019 Nissan Kicks Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
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):
4 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
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 36 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 389 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:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
25.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 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:
2639 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
62.4 inches
Length:
169.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
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:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
