Comparison - Honda HR-V Sport 2019 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
23,620
Updated: 
04 Mar 2019
$
27,890
Updated: 
11 Mar 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
13.20gals
13.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Modern Steel Metallic
#505050
Platinum White Pearl
#d6d6d6
Aegean Blue Metallic
#104168
Lunar Silver Metallic
#9a9a9a
Milano Red
#a61d1b
Orangeburst Metallic
#b6492c
Crystal Black Pearl
#111111
Color: 
Black Cherry
#383838
Snow White Pearl
#F5F9FA
Steel Gray
#BDBFC1
Gravity Gray
#35393C
Neptune Blue
#5669CE
Starbright Yellow
#D5C468
Clear White/Black Cherry Roof
#FAFAFA
Starbright Yellow/Black Cherry Roof
#DCB557
Dark Ocean Blue/Black Cherry Roof
#0E2649
Mars Orange
#9F4339
Dark Ocean Blue
#0E2649
Dark Ocean Blue/Clear White Roof
#0E2649

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Visually, the 2019 Honda HR-V is refreshed with revised bumpers, headlights including LED daytime running lights, grille, and taillights.The HR-V’s base trim includes a multi-angle rearview camera, halogen projector headlights, Bluetooth streaming audio, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and a 5.0-inch infotainment screen.

Pros
Voluminous, configurable interior
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on most trims
Impressive handling

Cons
No more manual transmission
Powertrain combo is weak and noisy
Integrated navigation is only available on top-line Touring trim

By: 
motortrend.com

Refreshed front and rear styling
New Sport and Touring trim levels
New center screen system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Honda Sensing suite adds multiple available safety features

Pros
Average-size adults fit comfortably in the front and back
Clever cargo solutions make it more versatile than rivals
Better than most competitors on fuel economy
Excellent outward visibility

Cons
Climate control interface isn't as good as in other Honda vehicles
Front seats are narrow and uncomfortable
Engine noise and vibration are palpable
Unimpressive power output results in lackluster acceleration

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Honda HR-V makes a perfect in-town companion with its spacious, flexible interior and good ride quality.

Pros
Brilliant interior flexibility
Available active safety tech
Good value
Rides well

Cons
Slow acceleration
Manual transmission a goner
Quirky looks not for all
Pricey Touring trim

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Honda HR-V ranked #7 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Honda HR-V has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Cavernous cargo hold and rear seat
Excellent fuel economy estimates
Upscale interior
Great crash test ratings

Cons
Weak engine
Few standard features

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Kia Seltos anchors a family of crossover SUVs with its choice of 4-cylinders and available wide-screen infotainment

Pros
Kicky looks
Big 10.3-inch touchscreen (optional)
Available all-wheel drive
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility

Cons
Base engine’s low output
Unknown which safety features come standard

By: 
thecarconnection.com

New subcompact crossover slots between the Soul and the Sportage.The Kia Seltos is an all-new model for 2021.

Pros
Impressive interior materials
Lots of standard and available tech
Plenty of cargo space for a compact SUV
Brimming with personality

Cons
Rough ride on the highway
Limited space for passengers in the back seat

By: 
edmunds.com

Everything. Seltos is an all-new SUV for the Kia brand and, despite being on sale in global markets for 2020, is launching in the North American market for the 2021 model year.

Pros
Spacious interior,
sweet optional 10.3-inch infotainment,
spry handling.

Cons
Firm ride,
seven-speed automatic hesitant at low speeds,
driver-assistance features not standard.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy Info: 
Combined cycle - mpg 27
Fuel Economy City USA: 
26.00mpg
25.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
31.00mpg
30.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.80L
1.60L
Torque: 
127ft-lbs
at 4 300rpm
195ft-lbs
at 4 500rpm
Horsepower: 
141hp
at 6 500rpm
175hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet
34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Air conditioning
leather steering wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
170.90in
172.00in
Width: 
70.50in
70.90in
Height: 
63.20in
64.20in
Ground Clearance: 
6.90in
7.30in
Front Track: 
62.00in
Rear Track: 
62.40in
Wheel Base: 
102.80in
103.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.50
40.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.30
38.40
Front Leg Room: 
41.20in
41.40in
Rear leg room: 
39.30in
38.00in
Front Hip Room: 
53.10in
53.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.80in
55.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
47.40in
52.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.50in
54.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
57.60cu.ft
62.80cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
23.20cu.ft
26.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
28.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
28.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
3096.00lbs
3317.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated mirrors
1 One-Touch Power Windows
1 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
6 -way manual driver seat adjustments
bucket front seats
height adjustable driver seat
4 -way manual passenger seat adjustment
cloth
Bucket Front Seats
8 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Front Independent Suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
speed sensitive volume control
180 watts stereo output
USB with external media control
USB connection
6 total speakers
8-Speakers
10.25-inch Touch-screen Display
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 in.
18 In.
Wheels more: 
inside mounted spare tire
temporary spare tire
All season tires
painted alloy wheels
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Solid Rear Disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
remote anti-theft alarm system
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Gray Interior Package
SX Sunroof Package
Paint Protection Package
Exterior Options: 
Puddle Light
Cross Bars
Lifestyle Hitch
Mudguards
Wheel Locks
Interior Options: 
Carpeted Seatback Up Mat
Carpet Floor Mats
Cargo Net, Floor
Cargo Tray
Interior Light Kit
Cargo Mat
Illuminated Scuff Plate

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, cloth
#000000
Color: 
Black SOFINO, leatherette
#323136
Gray SOFINO, leatherette
#575958