Kia Soul vs. Toyota Yaris
When comparing the Kia Soul's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Kia Soul has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Soul's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Yaris is a better car than the Kia Soul.
Kia Soul vs. Toyota Yaris Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Soul ranges from $14,705 to $22,588 while a used 2020 Toyota Yaris is priced between $13,593 to $21,016.
Kia Soul vs. Toyota Yaris Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Soul loses 35.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Yaris loses 33.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Yaris retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Soul.
Kia Soul vs. Toyota Yaris Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Soul is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Yaris' quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Soul being ranked 2 out of 5 Best Wagons and the Toyota Yaris being ranked 1 out of 43 Best Small Cars.
Kia Soul vs. Toyota Yaris Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Soul is 7.6 out of 10. For the Toyota Yaris the reliability rating is 9.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Yaris an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Soul.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Soul’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Toyota Yaris base engine makes 106 horsepower. The Soul is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The Yaris is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the Toyota Yaris the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Soul. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the Kia Soul 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 Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Yaris has higher safety ratings than the 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:
14705 - 22588
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.359082
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13593 - 21016
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.334883
Kia Soul Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.093333 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.3 / 10
Toyota Yaris Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.307462 / 10
Reliability:
9.122388 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Soul Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
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2 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 Yaris Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Soul Trim Levels
EX, GT-Line, LX, S, X-Line
Toyota Yaris Trim Levels
L, LE, 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):
4.14 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:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 39 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
Standard
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 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:
85.9 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:
2385 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
171.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 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 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15