Chevrolet Equinox vs Kia Seltos
Overview | |
MSRP$28,600 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings338 | Listings253 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small-crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavor to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.8 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3428 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height65.6 in | Height63.4 in |
Length183.2 in | Length172.6 in |
Width74.9 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,600 | $24,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. | The Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small-crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavor to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3428 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 65.6 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 1104 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lbs | |
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