2021 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2021 Kia Seltos

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is supported by a pleasant driving experience and a high-tech cabin. It also provides prolonged support and comfort through cushy seats that are just as spacious. Do you think the Crosstrek has what it takes to outdo its rival, the 2021 Kia Seltos? Read our comparison write-up below to find out for yourself.

Design & Style

The Subaru Crosstrek is on the larger side than other vehicles of its class. It can support up to five people within its highly spacious cabin that comes with cushy seats upholstered in cloth. The front row enjoys power adjustment and heat functions whereas space is extended throughout the entire cabin. The car’s interior is styled with appealing aesthetics such as visible orange stitching to create an overall luxurious outlook.

The Kia Seltos comes with an elegant and large cabin that can seat up to five people. It has two rows that both offer seats with ample space for every traveler. Its front row enjoys clear outward visibility from any angle and cozy seats that remain comfortable even throughout farther distances. Its cabin looks and feels solid with plenty of plastic on its surfaces.

Technology & Safety

The Subaru Crosstrek comes equipped with a number of tech features that include Apple and Android platform compatibility, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, 2 pairs of speakers, and 1 USB port. Its safety features include collision warning, reverse and forward auto emergency brakes, lane keep and departure assists, rear traffic alert, blind spot monitor, auto high beams, cruise control, and adaptive headlamps.

The Kia Seltos offers a number of tech features including Android and Apple platform integration, an 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, 6 speakers, and 1 USB port. Safety features of the car consist of rear-seat reminder and a rearview camera. Others like pedestrian detection, collision warning, auto high beams, auto emergency brakes, lane keep and departure assists, blind spot monitor, speed limit recognition, and more are available at additional costs.

Performance

The Subaru Crosstrek can get 152 horsepower through a 2L engine with a gas mileage of 28 mpg in city and 33 mpg for highway.

The Kia Seltos can make 146 horsepower through a 4-cylinder engine with a gas mileage of 29 mpg and 34 mpg in city and on highway respectively.

The Bottom Line

The Subaru Crosstrek offers the most important aspect of a good vehicle which is through its cabin. Its cabin comes with user-friendly infotainment features as well as plenty of room across its rows. The car provides an overall comfortable ride through cushioned seats and move on an all-wheel drive as standard for smoother journeys.

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