Chevrolet Trax vs Kia Seltos
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2022 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$21,700 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings9391 | Listings9505 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevy sells in the United States. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup, while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior color options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS, LS, and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and the unavailability of all-wheel drive are the tradeoffs. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.6 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight2983 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height61.4 in | Height63.4 in |
Length178.6 in | Length172.6 in |
Width71.8 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1162 lbs | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2022 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $21,700 | $24,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevy sells in the United States. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup, while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior color options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS, LS, and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and the unavailability of all-wheel drive are the tradeoffs. | 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 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.6 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2983 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 61.4 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 178.6 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1162 lbs | 1104 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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