Comparison - Kia Seltos SX 2021 - vs - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2020

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

27,890

Updated:

11 Mar 2020

39,695

Updated:

23 Aug 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed dual-clutch

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

13.20gals

18.50gals

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:

Cinnamon brown pearl

#3F2927

Abyss blue pearl

#2B4566

Crystal black silica

#000000

Magnetite gray metallic

#505666

Crystal white pearl

#E7E7E7

Autumn green metallic

#7C805D

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 2020 Subaru Outback is more refined than ever and features the same, remarkable off-road capability.

Pros
Outstanding capability
Generous 11.6-inch touchscreen
Spacious interior
29 mpg combined with base engine
Comfortable ride

Cons
Styling isn’t a huge leap
Base engine isn’t overwhelming
Small-item storage lacking

By:

thecarconnection.com

The Outback is fully redesigned for 2020.New 11.6-inch tablet-style interface for the infotainment system.Two available engines, including a 260-hp turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder,Part of the sixth Outback generation introduced for 2020.

Pros
Spacious and comfortable cabin
Optional turbocharged engine makes excellent power
Loading the roof or cargo area is easier compared to most SUVs
Above-average off-road ability

Cons
Small-item cabin storage is compromised by big center touchscreen
Bumpy ride quality with turbocharged XT models
Small climate-control touchscreen buttons can be hard to use

By:

edmunds.com

The new Outback has more powerful engines, new tech, and, of course, all-wheel drive.

Pros
Competent off-road,
spacious interior,
leading-edge tech features.

Cons
Ho-hum powertrains,
slow design evolution,
occasionally sluggish CVT.

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caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

Combined cycle - mpg 27

Fuel Economy City USA:

25.00mpg

23.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.60L

2.40L

Torque:

195ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

277ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

Horsepower:

175hp

at 6 000rpm

260hp

at 5 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

36.10Feet

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:

yes

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

172.00in

191.30in

Width:

70.90in

73.00in

Height:

64.20in

66.40in

Ground Clearance:

7.30in

8.70in

Front Track:

62.00in

61.80in

Rear Track:

62.40in

62.80in

Wheel Base:

103.50in

108.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

37.70

Rear Head Room:

38.40

39.10

Front Leg Room:

41.40in

42.80in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

39.50in

Front Hip Room:

53.50in

55.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.50in

58.10in

Rear Hip Room:

52.80in

54.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

54.70in

57.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

62.80cu.ft

75.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

26.60cu.ft

32.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

28.00degrees

18.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

28.00degrees

21.70degrees

Curb Weight:

3317.00lbs

3937.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

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

Bucket front seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Heated

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:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

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:

8-Speakers

10.25-inch Touch-screen Display

Bose Premium Brand Speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

576 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

18 In.

18 X 7.0 In.

Wheels more:

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

Width:

225.00millimeters

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 Front Disc

Front Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

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:

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

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

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

Tech Package 2

Standard Model

Popular Package #2

Exterior Options:

Puddle Light

Cross Bars

Lifestyle Hitch

Mudguards

Wheel Locks

Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl

Side Window Deflectors - Chrome

Splash Guards

Body Side Molding - Autumn Green Metallic

Trailer Hitch

Differential Under Guard - Rear

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards - Autumn Green Metallic

Wheel Locks - Alloy

Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica

Sport Grille - Turbo

Engine Under Guard - Aluminum

Ball Mount

Moonroof Air Deflector

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Scuff Protectors

Door Edge Guards - Abyss Blue Pearl

Rear Gate Trim - Chrome

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Lighting

Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Interior Options:

Carpeted Seatback Up Mat

Carpet Floor Mats

Cargo Net, Floor

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

Cargo Mat

Illuminated Scuff Plate

Ash Tray - Silver

Wireless Charger

Woodgrain Interior Trim Kit

LED Upgrade - Dome Light

Cargo Organizer

Cargo Net

Remote Engine Starter - Push Start

Rear Seatback Protector

Sunshade

Sunshade - 2nd Row

Footwell Illumination Kit

Ash Tray Holder

Cargo Separator

All-Weather Floor Liners

Ash Tray - Black

Seat Cover - Rear

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black SOFINO, leatherette

#323136

Gray SOFINO, leatherette

#575958

Color:

Java Brown Nappa, premium leather

#594832

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Comparison - Kia Seltos SX 2021 - vs - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2020

General

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Also called:

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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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