Comparison - Kia Seltos SX 2021 - vs - Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 2021

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
27,890
Updated: 
11 Mar 2020
$
87,670
Updated: 
24 Aug 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed dual-clutch
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
13.20gals
24.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
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
Color: 
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#5C6467
Bright White Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Slate Blue Pearl Coat
#49515C
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
#51111F
Sting-Gray Clear-Coat
#AFB7C0
Ivory 3 Coat
#CECFCA
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#000000
Redline 2 Pearl Coat
#A20D00
Green Metallic Pearl Coat
#434E30

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

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

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.80th Anniversary Edition package for Limited trim level.

PROS
Plush interior with plentiful luxury and technology
Enough off-road ability to conquer practically any trail
Available V8 engines offer substantial power
Impressive tow ratings for the class

CONS
Firm ride quality may disappoint, even with air suspension
Underwhelming acceleration with base V6

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is an icon for its capability and customization.

Pros
Great powertrains
Iconic looks
Superlative comfort
Supreme off-road capability

Cons
Expensive in top trims
Thirsty V-8 engines
No hybrids
Spotty crash-test scores

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee's #15 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 73 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Rugged off-road capability
Powerful engine lineup
User-friendly infotainment system

CONS
Below-average fuel economy
Small cargo area for a midsize SUV
Firm ride quality

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy Info: 
Combined cycle - mpg 27
Fuel Economy City USA: 
25.00mpg
11.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
30.00mpg
17.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.60L
6.20L
Torque: 
195ft-lbs
at 4 500rpm
645ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
Horsepower: 
175hp
at 6 000rpm
707hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
overhead valves (OHV)
Turning Circle: 
34.80Feet
37.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
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: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Keyless Ignition
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
172.00in
189.30in
Width: 
70.90in
76.50in
Height: 
64.20in
67.90in
Ground Clearance: 
7.30in
8.10in
Front Track: 
62.00in
63.90in
Rear Track: 
62.40in
64.10in
Wheel Base: 
103.50in
140.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
39.90
Rear Head Room: 
38.40
39.20
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
38.00in
38.60in
Front Hip Room: 
53.50in
57.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.50in
58.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
52.80in
56.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.70in
58.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
62.80cu.ft
68.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
26.60cu.ft
36.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
28.00degrees
18.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
28.00degrees
23.10degrees
Curb Weight: 
3317.00lbs
5363.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
no
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
1 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
2 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
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
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Multi-Level Heating
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8-Speakers
10.25-inch Touch-screen Display
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
506 Watts Stereo Output
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Alpine Premium Brand Speakers
1 Subwoofer(S)
9 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Rear window wiper
Roof rack
Rear defogger
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 In.
20 X 10-In
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Polished Alloy Wheels
Run Flat Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

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
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
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
Post-collision safety system
Brake drying
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear height adjustable headrests
Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp
Self-Leveling Headlights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Gray Interior Package
SX Sunroof Package
Paint Protection Package
Quick Order Package 2xv
Trailer Tow Group IV
Signature Leather Wrapped Interior Package
Exterior Options: 
Puddle Light
Cross Bars
Lifestyle Hitch
Mudguards
Wheel Locks
Black Painted Hood
Front License Plate Bracket
Compact Spare Tire
295/45ZR20 Black Sidewall 3 Season Tires
Dual-Pane Panoramic Sunroof
Interior Options: 
Carpeted Seatback Up Mat
Carpet Floor Mats
Cargo Net, Floor
Cargo Tray
Interior Light Kit
Cargo Mat
Illuminated Scuff Plate
Rear DVD Entertainment Center
Red Seat Belts
High Performance Audio

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black SOFINO, leatherette
#323136
Gray SOFINO, leatherette
#575958
Color: 
Black, premium leather
#000000
Black/Ski Gray, premium leather
#BDBDC2
Black/Sepia, premium leather/sueded microfibre
#634534
Black, premium leather/sueded microfibre
#000000