2022 Kia Soul vs. 2022 Toyota Corolla
In comparing the 2022 Kia Soul's and the 2022 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2022 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Kia Soul's and the 2022 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2022 Kia Soul vs. 2022 Toyota Corolla Pricing
A used 2022 Kia Soul ranges from $16,395 to $24,998 while a used 2022 Toyota Corolla is priced between $19,000 to $27,096. For a new model, the 2022 Kia Soul's price is between $17,899 and $25,650, with the 2022 Toyota Corolla priced between $21,083 and $28,069.
2022 Kia Soul vs. 2022 Toyota Corolla Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value and the 2022 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Toyota Corolla retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Kia Soul.
2022 Kia Soul vs. 2022 Toyota Corolla Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Soul is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2022 Kia Soul vs. 2022 Toyota Corolla Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Soul is 7.6 out of 10. For the Toyota Corolla the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Corolla an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Soul.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2022 Kia Soul’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2022 Toyota Corolla base engine makes 139 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 472 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the 2022 Toyota Corolla the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Kia Soul. 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 head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2022 Toyota Corolla, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Toyota Corolla has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Kia Soul, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.14 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,899 - $25,650
Used Asking Price:
$16,395 - $24,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,083 - $28,069
Used Asking Price:
$19,000 - $27,096
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.8%
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Soul Rankings
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5 out of / 5Toyota Corolla Rankings
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4 out of / 26Ranking
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36 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2022 Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, Turbo, X-Line
2022 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels
L, LE, SE, SE Apex, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, XSE, XSE Apex
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):
4.14 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
139 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 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):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
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:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
