2021 Mazda CX-3 vs 2021 Kia Soul

Advantages of the 2021 Mazda CX-3

The 2021 Mazda CX-3 is more powerful than the 2021 Kia Soul with a power output of 148 horsepower and 146 pound-feet of torque. This gives it an edge when it comes to performance. The CX-3 comes fitted with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission which is a lot more effective compared to the rather dull continuously variable transmission (CVT) of the Kia Soul. As far as fuel efficiency is concerned, both the vehicles are on par.

The Kia Soul takes a slight advantage in the cargo space department with a 24.2 cubic feet cargo area compared to the 17.8 cubic feet cargo area of the Mazda CX-3. But other than that, the Mazda CX-3 excels in the quality department thanks to high quality materials used all around. The Mazda CX-3 is equipped with a standard seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system that can also be controlled with a rotary-knob controller placed on the center knob.

The Mazda CX-3 also excels in the safety department with a lot more standard features offered compared to the Kia Soul. All trims come with Blind Spot Monitoring System, Auto-leveling Headlights, Lane Departure Warning System, and a Cross-Traffic Alert System.