2025 Honda Civic Hybrid vs. 2025 Kia Soul Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid

2025 Honda
Civic Hybrid

MSRP*: $30,150 to $33,150
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Soul

2025 Kia
Soul

MSRP*: $20,490 to $24,790
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MPG - City 50 MPG 27 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 MPG 33 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 hp 147 hp
Exterior Length 179.0 in 165.2 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 38.8 in
Head Room Front 37.6 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 39.5 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Soul than the Honda Civic Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic Hybrid, drivers may find the Kia Soul a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic Hybrid as you will with the Kia Soul, 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). The Honda Civic Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Soul, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Honda Civic Hybrid is about the same width as the Kia Soul. If you go with the Honda Civic Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Soul.

Handling
The Honda Civic Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Kia Soul, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic Hybrid has a much more powerful engine than the Kia Soul. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic Hybrid has much less torque than the Kia Soul, 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 Honda Civic Hybrid and the Kia Soul.