Comparison - Hyundai Kona SE 2018 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

20,800

Updated:

01 Feb 2018

27,890

Updated:

11 Mar 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

13.20gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Chalk White

#F8FAFA

Sonic Silver

#C4CDD4

Thunder Grey

#767C84

Pulse Red

#BC0001

Surf Blue

#5C94D3

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:

The subcompact crossover SUV class is gaining in popularity and the latest entrant, the 2018 Hyundai Kona, has a lot of potential to take the lead. Its exterior style may be somewhat polarizing, but it drives better than the competition. It also delivers a lot for the money and checks all of the boxes that shoppers want in this type of vehicle.
PROS
Optional turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration
Nimble handling makes it enjoyable to drive
Lots of features for your money

CONS
Weak base engine

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Hyundai Kona ranked #1 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Hyundai Kona has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 14 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Agile handling
Potent available turbo-four engine
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Lower maximum cargo capacity than rivals
Uninspiring base engine

By:

usnews.com

With its quirky styling, the Kona is set to perk up some fun. Choose from a 147-hp 2.0-liter inline-four with a six-speed automatic transmission or a 175-hp turbo 1.6-liter inline-four with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is optional with both engines.

Pros
Tight build and rattle-free cabin,
well-tuned dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Cons
Some interior plastics not up to par,
penalty-box rear seat.

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caranddriver.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.

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caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

Combined cycle - mpg 27

Fuel Economy City USA:

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

1.60L

Torque:

132ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

195ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

Horsepower:

147hp

at 6 200rpm

175hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

164.00in

172.00in

Width:

70.90in

Height:

61.00in

64.20in

Ground Clearance:

6.70in

7.30in

Front Track:

61.90in

62.00in

Rear Track:

62.30in

62.40in

Wheel Base:

102.40in

103.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.60

40.00

Rear Head Room:

37.80

38.40

Front Leg Room:

41.50in

41.40in

Rear leg room:

34.60in

38.00in

Front Hip Room:

53.30in

53.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.50in

Rear Hip Room:

52.20in

52.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

54.50in

54.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

45.80cu.ft

62.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1322lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

19.20cu.ft

26.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

17.00degrees

28.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

29.00degrees

28.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3085.00lbs

3317.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Instrument cluster - 3.5" TFT LCD with trip computer & digital speedometer

2 x 12V power outlets in front centre console storage unit

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 One-Touch Power Window

Power adjustable exterior mirrors

Heated Mirrors

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

6-Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Bucket Front Seats

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

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:

Folding center armrest

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

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Air Conditioning

Vanity mirror lights

Heated rear windshield

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Touch screen - 7" display

6 speaker

AUX/USB audio input with iPod® compatibility

Bluetooth audio streaming

Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™ compatibility

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:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

16 x 6.5

18 In.

Wheels more:

Temporary Spare Tire

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

All-Season Tires

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

205.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R16

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid disc brakes

Solid Rear Disc

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Height adjustable front head restraints with tilt function

Roll-over Sensor

Pretensioners, load limiters and height adjustable upper mounts on front seat belts

Height adjustable rear head restraints

Impact sensing auto door unlock

Seat belt reminder - front & rear seatbelts

ISOFIX child restraint anchors (rear outboard seats)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

Rear view camera with dynamic guide lines

Parking Distance Warning-Reverse (PDW-R) - 4 sensors, with guidance display

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:

Option Group 01

Gray Interior Package

SX Sunroof Package

Paint Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Rear Bumper Applique

Wheel Locks

Mudguards

Puddle Light

Cross Bars

Lifestyle Hitch

Mudguards

Wheel Locks

Interior Options:

Reversible Cargo Tray

Carpeted Floor Mats

Carpeted Seatback Up Mat

Carpet Floor Mats

Cargo Net, Floor

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

Cargo Mat

Illuminated Scuff Plate

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

#93969C

#1A1A1A

Color:

Black SOFINO, leatherette

#323136

Gray SOFINO, leatherette

#575958

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Comparison - Hyundai Kona SE 2018 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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