2021 Kia Sportage vs 2022 Kia Seltos
Overview | |
MSRP$24,090 | MSRP$22,590 |
Average price$20,468 | Average price$22,519 |
Listings1607 | Listings480 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2021 Kia Sportage Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Kia Sportage continues on the scene as a compact crossover competent enough to stand up against a bevy of competitors, particularly when equipped with is turbocharged four-cylinder. But with a new, redesigned Sportage coming in 2023, and a compelling option in the Kia Seltos sitting below it in the lineup, is the 2021 model still worth consideration? | |
2022 Kia Seltos Reviews SummaryHere’s a fun fact: the Kia Seltos is named after Celtos, the mythological son of the Greek god Hercules. Swap that ‘C’ for an ‘S’, which reportedly stands for speed and sportiness, and you’ve got Seltos. Since speed and sportiness are in short supply here, we’ll say the ‘S’ is for SUV. Now in its sophomore model year, the 2022 Seltos adds a new Nightfall Edition with blacked-out trim. Kia also expands the availability of its driver-assist and collision avoidance systems and its 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system to more trim levels for 2022. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 181 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 181 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.7 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3305 lbs | Curb Weight3087 lbs |
Height64.4 in | Height63.6 in |
Length176.4 in | Length172.0 in |
Width73.0 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,090 | $22,590 |
Average price | $20,468 | $22,519 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Kia Sportage continues on the scene as a compact crossover competent enough to stand up against a bevy of competitors, particularly when equipped with is turbocharged four-cylinder. But with a new, redesigned Sportage coming in 2023, and a compelling option in the Kia Seltos sitting below it in the lineup, is the 2021 model still worth consideration? | Here’s a fun fact: the Kia Seltos is named after Celtos, the mythological son of the Greek god Hercules. Swap that ‘C’ for an ‘S’, which reportedly stands for speed and sportiness, and you’ve got Seltos. Since speed and sportiness are in short supply here, we’ll say the ‘S’ is for SUV. Now in its sophomore model year, the 2022 Seltos adds a new Nightfall Edition with blacked-out trim. Kia also expands the availability of its driver-assist and collision avoidance systems and its 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system to more trim levels for 2022. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.7 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3305 lbs | 3087 lbs |
Height | 64.4 in | 63.6 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 172.0 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 1080 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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