2022 Hyundai VENUE vs. 2022 Kia Soul
When we compare the 2022 Hyundai VENUE's and the 2022 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Hyundai VENUE has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2022 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Hyundai VENUE's and the 2022 Kia Soul's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Soul is a better car than the 2022 Hyundai VENUE.
2022 Hyundai VENUE vs. 2022 Kia Soul Pricing
A used 2022 Hyundai VENUE ranges from $18,799 to $24,996 while a used 2022 Kia Soul is priced between $16,486 to $25,078. For a new model, the 2022 Hyundai VENUE's price is between $19,600 and $24,095, with the 2022 Kia Soul priced between $17,899 and $25,650.
2022 Hyundai VENUE vs. 2022 Kia Soul Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Hyundai VENUE loses 43.3 percent of its value and the 2022 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Kia Soul retains 7.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Hyundai VENUE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2022 Hyundai VENUE’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the 2022 Kia Soul base engine makes 147 horsepower. The VENUE is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 393 miles. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 472 miles.This gives the 2022 Hyundai VENUE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Kia Soul the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2022 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, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2022 Hyundai VENUE, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The 2022 Hyundai VENUE and 2022 Kia Soul are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Kia Soul has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Hyundai VENUE, with an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$19,600 - $24,095
Used Asking Price:
$18,799 - $24,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,899 - $25,650
Used Asking Price:
$16,486 - $25,078
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Hyundai VENUE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Hyundai VENUE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 62Ranking
1 out of / 53Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
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30 out of / 66Ranking
31 out of / 55Ranking
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43 out of / 55Ranking
52 out of / 66Ranking
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56 out of / 66Ranking
63 out of / 66Ranking
66 out of / 66Kia Soul Rankings
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1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
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
2022 Hyundai VENUE Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
2022 Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, Turbo, X-Line
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
4 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:
121 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 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:
1.6 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):
29 / 33 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 393 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):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 472 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
31.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
110.6 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:
2612 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
159 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2844 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:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
