2021 Ford Bronco Sport vs. 2021 Kia Soul
When comparing the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport's and the 2021 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2021 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport's and the 2021 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport.
2021 Ford Bronco Sport vs. 2021 Kia Soul Pricing
A used 2021 Ford Bronco Sport ranges from $25,403 to $35,999 while a used 2021 Kia Soul is priced between $15,885 to $23,698.
2021 Ford Bronco Sport vs. 2021 Kia Soul Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport loses 45 percent of its value and the 2021 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Kia Soul retains 9.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport’s base engine makes 181 horsepower, and the 2021 Kia Soul base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Bronco Sport is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles.This gives the 2021 Kia Soul the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2021 Kia Soul, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport has higher safety ratings than the 2021 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:
$25,403 - $35,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$15,885 - $23,698
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Ford Bronco Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 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
Ford Bronco Sport Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 55Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 55Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 55Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 55Ranking
26 out of / 55Ranking
27 out of / 55Ranking
31 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 53Ranking
36 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 62Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
38 out of / 55Kia Soul Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
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4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Ford Bronco Sport Trim Levels
Badlands, Base, Big Bend, First Edition, Outer Banks
2021 Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, Turbo, X-Line
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
190 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 28 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
32.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
138.2 cubic feet
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 applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
120.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3457 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
172.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
