2020 Kia Soul vs. 2020 FIAT 500L
When we compare the 2020 Kia Soul's and the 2020 FIAT 500L's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2020 FIAT 500L has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Kia Soul's and the 2020 FIAT 500L's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2020 FIAT 500L.
2020 Kia Soul vs. 2020 FIAT 500L Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Soul ranges from $14,705 to $22,588 while a used 2020 FIAT 500L is priced between $15,799 to $22,066.
2020 Kia Soul vs. 2020 FIAT 500L Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value and the 2020 FIAT 500L loses 48.1 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Kia Soul retains 12.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 FIAT 500L.
2020 Kia Soul vs. 2020 FIAT 500L Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Soul is 8.1 out of 10 while the FIAT 500L's quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons and the FIAT 500L being ranked 15 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
2020 Kia Soul vs. 2020 FIAT 500L Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Soul is 7.6 out of 10. For the FIAT 500L the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Kia Soul a slight advantage in reliability compared to the FIAT 500L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Kia Soul’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2020 FIAT 500L base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The 500L is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. This gives the 2020 Kia Soul the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 FIAT 500L. The Soul uses regular unleaded, and the 500L uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 FIAT 500L, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The 2020 Kia Soul, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Kia Soul has an average safety rating of 4.14 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14705 - 22588
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.359082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15799 - 22066
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481339
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.093333 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
FIAT 500L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Soul Rankings
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5 out of / 5FIAT 500L Rankings
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1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
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2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
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10 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
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22 out of / 43Ranking
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25 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, X-Line
2020 FIAT 500L Trim Levels
Lounge, Pop, Trekking, Urbana
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
24.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
120.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
22.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
121.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2802 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63 inches
Length:
165.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3254 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
167 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16