Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Seltos
Overview | |
Years produced2013-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$29,050 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings9603 | Listings9448 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryJust because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative. Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space. | |
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 | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque185 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.8 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3679 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height63.4 in |
Length180.1 in | Length172.6 in |
Width83.3 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.2 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1045 lbs | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $29,050 | $24,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Just because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative. Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space. | 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 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 185 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.8 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3679 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 83.3 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1045 lbs | 1104 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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