2021 Kia Soul vs Honda CR-V
When it comes to this type of model, versatility is the name of the game. The roads in Easton, Allentown, and Quakertown, PA, call for a set of wheels as dependable as it is convenient. That’s where the Brown-Daub Kia team comes into play. The experts at our dealership have crafted this 2021 Kia Soul vs. Honda CR-V comparison for interested drivers trying to decide between these two models.
Kia Soul vs Honda CR-V: Interior Convenience
When you’re behind the wheel of the Kia Soul, you’ll have access to some of the finest features a Kia subcompact crossover SUV has to offer. These include the standard 7-inch touch-screen display, which includes smartphone integration like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. The screen is also available in a 10.25-inch size.
While the Honda CR-V does come standard with an infotainment system, it’s much less sophisticated. The 5-inch LCD screen lacks Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and falls short of the Kia Soul’s standard 6-speaker audio system. Additionally, if you’re looking to cut the cord, the Kia Soul offers its wireless phone charger on more trims than the Honda CR-V.
Although both rides offer available ambient lighting, the Kia Soul’s options are more vivid in color selection and styling. These lights are peppered throughout the front of the Kia vehicle and can even pulsate to the music playing in your Kia Soul.
Kia vs Honda: Performance and Capabilities
Both the Kia Soul and the Honda CR-V pack a powerful punch under the hood. The Kia Soul’s base engine accomplishes its goal of delivering a smooth, dependable drive—as does the Honda CR-V. However, the Kia Soul’s Turbo trim eclipses Honda in sheer capability with its maxed-out motor.
The turbocharged 1.6L 4-cylinder Kia engine surpasses the best the Honda CR-V has to offer with its 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. This performance is mated to the standard 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, specifically engineered to get the best out of the Kia Soul’s capabilities without missing a beat. The Honda CR-V does not offer this option on any of its trims.
Plus, the Kia Soul slightly edges out the Honda CR-V’s fuel tank capacity by holding 14.3 gallons as compared to 14 gallons.
Kia Soul vs Honda CR-V: Advanced Safety Technology
Above all else, both Kia and Honda work to ensure the safety of you and your passengers with each drive around our community and beyond. The Kia Soul and the Honda CR-V are given a colorful palette of advanced safety and driver-assist features designed to keep an eye on the road, including:
- Blind Spot Collision Warning
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
- Smart Cruise Control
While these shared safety features offer comprehensive protection, some of the additional safety features in the Kia Soul particularly stand out. One such safety technology is Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance.
With this system activated, your Kia Soul will detect when a potential hazard is crossing into your path as you drive in reverse. This feature is not included in the Honda CR-V on any of its trims, providing the Kia Soul an added edge when you need it most.
Which One Better Suits You?
Make no mistake about it, both the Kia Soul and the Honda CR-V are standout rides for a reason. That being said, with what we’ve seen here at Brown-Daub Kia, we’re particularly impressed by the handlings and delicacies of the Kia Soul. Its capabilities edge out the Honda CR-V enough to pack a punch in Easton, Allentown, and Quakertown, PA.
We’d love to have you stop by our dealership. Now that you’ve read our 2021 Kia Soul vs. Honda CR-V comparison, schedule a test drive today!
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