Kia Soul LX AT (2015) vs Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015)

Kia Soul LX AT (2015) vs Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer who needs a compact, fuel‑efficient personal vehicle for city driving, the 2015 Kia Soul LX AT is the better choice. It costs slightly more (₱1,220,000 vs ₱1,158,000) but offers a modern 4‑speed automatic transmission, a higher‑revving gasoline engine with 144 PS, and a more car‑like MPV body that fits five passengers in a 2+3 layout. Its 5‑door layout and shorter 4,105 mm length make parking and maneuvering in tight Manila streets easier. The Kia also comes with a longer warranty (160,000 km/5 years) and is still in current production, ensuring parts availability. Conversely, the Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo is a larger van (5,080 mm long, 2,285 mm high) designed for cargo or limited passenger use (3 seats) and equipped with a diesel engine that delivers more torque (356 Nm) but less power (129 PS). It has a manual 5‑speed gearbox and a shorter warranty (100,000 km/3 years), and it is discontinued, which may affect service support. Choose the Kia if you prioritize everyday comfort, automatic driving, and urban practicality; opt for the Nissan only if you need a high‑torque, cargo‑oriented van and can handle a manual transmission.