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Crossovers are some of the most versatile vehicles on the roadways. Two models within this class that will perform well are the Honda HR-V and Kia Soul aseach come ready to provide capable, efficient, and comfortable driving experiences.
Could either be a fit for you around Saco, Portland, and Scarborough, Maine? Find out with this Honda HR-V vs. Kia Soul comparison from our team at Ira Honda Saco.
If you are interested in a crossover, you are likely planning to drive consistently, perhaps even on the daily commute into work. Accordingly, you will want the model you land on to prove capable from a fuel efficiency standpoint.
Fortunately, you will find that both the Honda HR-V and Kia Soul feature powertrain setups that place a strong emphasis here. In fact, both crossovers come equipped with efficient 4-cylinder engines that are standardly mated to continuously variable transmissions.
While these two do prove close when it comes to their corresponding efficiency, the Honda HR-V does edge the Kia Soul slightly:
If you plan on commuting via the highway, the Honda can save you more time and money by preventing extra visits to the pumps.
Standardly, you will find that both the HR-V and Kia Soul come configured with front-wheel drive. While this should prove plenty capable in most driving conditions, when inclement weather rolls in, it may fall a bit short. Fortunately, the HR-V offers available all-wheel drive, which will prepare you to handle adverse conditions, like:
The Soul does not offer all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive, so it falls a bit short in terms of capability.
The Honda HR-V and Kia Soul both offer innovative driver-assistive suites as well. Both vehicles’ packages offer systems, like:
These will work to monitor the roads ahead of you as you drive, acting as a co-pilot of sorts by providing some help.
Behind the wheel of the Honda HR-V, however, you will find a unique feature. Its available Honda LaneWatch® uses a camera on the passenger side exterior mirror to project a live feed of the traffic next to you onto your multimedia display, keeping you more informed on the go. This could prove particularly helpful in situations when you are changing lanes on highways for instance.
Are you ready to get behind the wheel of one of these crossovers? Lean on this Honda HR-V vs. Kia Soul comparison to help you make your decision. Make sure to reach out to our team at Ira Honda Saco with any questions you have as well. Whether you want to get behind the wheel for a tour and test drive or you want to learn more about a spec/feature mentioned above, we’ll be happy to help.
We’re proud to serve Saco, Portland, and Scarborough, ME, drivers and hope to assist you soon!
1 28 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 27 city/31 highway/29 combined mpg rating for AWD LX. 26 city/31 highway/28 combined mpg rating for AWD Sport, EX and EX-L. Based on 2022 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
