Ford C-Max vs Kia Soul
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Kia Soul
Overview
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | LX |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,120 | $20,490 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 40 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| City MPG | 42 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 38 MPG (best) | 33 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 14.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 129 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 52.6 cu ft | 62.1 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,135 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,640 lbs | 2,888 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 173.6 in (best) | 165.2 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 63.9 in (best) | 63 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Kia SoulLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford C-Max | Kia Soul |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $24,120 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Titanium $27,175 MSRP | S $22,990 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GT-Line $24,090 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $24,790 MSRP |