2021 Kia Seltos vs. 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Seltos than in the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Seltos.

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Seltos, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Seltos will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Crosstrek. Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Kia Seltos will cost more in terms of transportation costs than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
The Kia Seltos is about the same width as the Subaru Crosstrek. The Kia Seltos is slightly shorter than the Subaru Crosstrek, which may make it easier to park.

Drivetrain
The Kia Seltos has much lower torque than the Subaru Crosstrek, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has the same turning radius as the Subaru Crosstrek, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Seltos has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Seltos and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Kia Seltos has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Kia Seltos than that of the Subaru Crosstrek.