2021 Kia Soul vs. 2021 Toyota C-HR
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Kia Soul and 2021 Toyota C-HR contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Kia Soul and the 2021 Toyota C-HR.
When we compare the 2021 Kia Soul's and the 2021 Toyota C-HR's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2021 Toyota C-HR has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Kia Soul's and the 2021 Toyota C-HR's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2021 Toyota C-HR.
Pricing: A used 2021 Kia Soul ranges from $13,990 to $20,995 while a used 2021 Toyota C-HR is priced between $19,797 to $26,738.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Kia Soul loses 37.1 percent of its value and the 2021 Toyota C-HR loses 27.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Toyota C-HR retains 9.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Kia Soul.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Kia Soul’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2021 Toyota C-HR base engine makes 144 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The C-HR is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles.This gives the 2021 Toyota C-HR the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2021 Kia Soul, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Toyota C-HR, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Toyota C-HR has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Kia Soul, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.13 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,590
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$19,273
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$13,600 - $29,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$22,058
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$18,750 - $29,100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,174
Price Range:
$13,990 - $20,995
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$19,485
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,840 - $28,619
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
543
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
53,018
# Good or Great Deals:
198
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,245
Price Range:
$19,797 - $26,738
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$21,068
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$17,501 - $28,440
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
314
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
39,789
# Good or Great Deals:
84
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Toyota C-HR Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Kia Soul
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
4.9 - 10
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Toyota C-HR
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
9.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
7.3 - 11
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.1 - 5.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.5 - 10
Kia Soul Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
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3 out of / 5Ranking
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4 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Toyota C-HR Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
26 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
63 out of / 67Ranking
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65 out of / 67Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, Turbo, X-Line
2021 Toyota C-HR Trim Levels
LE, Limited, Nightshade, XLE
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:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.13 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
144 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
139 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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:
2 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):
27 / 31 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
37 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
105.1 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:
3300 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 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:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Cherry Black
Silver
Sparkling Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Silver
Not available
White
Blizzard Pearl
Brown
Oxide Bronze
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
