2025 Kia
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 27 - 29 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 35 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 221 hp |
| Exterior Length | 165.2 in | 184.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 72.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 38.8 in |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 39.5 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Soul than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Kia Soul and the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Soul as you will with the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Kia Soul is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Dimensions
The Kia Soul is a little narrower than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
If you go with the Kia Soul, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Handling
The Kia Soul has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Soul is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
The Kia Soul has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia Soul and the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.