Comparison - Subaru Forester Sport 2019 - vs - Kia Seltos SX 2021

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Subaru Forester Sport 2019

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

28,795

Updated:

11 May 2019

27,890

Updated:

11 Mar 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2019

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

16.60gals

13.20gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Ice silver metallic

#AAAAAA

Crystal white pearl

#FEFEFE

Dark blue pearl

#1A2539

Crystal black silica

#000000

Dark gray metallic

#7D7D7D

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 2019 Subaru Forester is a well thought-out crossover SUV with exceptional space, a great ride, and standard AWD without a fuel-economy penalty.

Pros
Fantastic utility
Comfortable ride
Great safety tech
Thrifty for a crossover
Good value

Cons
Sun Belters might want FWD
Manual and turbo gone
Sport trim about looks only
Dowdy styling

By:

thecarconnection.com

Completely redesigned for 2019
More powerful 2.5-liter flat four-cylinder engine
Subaru's EyeSight system is standard on all models
Increased passenger and cargo space
2.0-liter turbocharged engine has been discontinued

Pros
Standard all-wheel drive
A full complement of driver assists is standard equipment
Off-road ability with better-than-average ground clearance
Generous cargo capacity

Cons
Handling isn't as composed as it is in some competitors
CVT automatic feels less responsive than a conventional automatic
Modest tow rating limits overall utility
Only available engine is underpowered

By:

edmunds.com

It looks visually similar to the last model, so has enough changed to entice buyers into the all-new Subaru Forester?

Pros
Loaded with safety and convenience features
Ultra-wide passenger door opening aperture
Full-time all-wheel drive system
Fuel efficient four-cylinder petrol engine

Cons
Archaic three-year warranty
12,500km service intervals
Higher starting price

By:

caradvice.com.au

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:

26.00mpg

25.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

33.00mpg

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

flat

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

1.60L

Torque:

176ft-lbs

at 4 400rpm

195ft-lbs

at 4 500rpm

Horsepower:

182hp

at 5 800rpm

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:

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

182.10in

172.00in

Width:

71.50in

70.90in

Height:

68.10in

64.20in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.30in

Front Track:

61.60in

62.00in

Rear Track:

61.80in

62.40in

Wheel Base:

105.10in

103.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.20

40.00

Rear Head Room:

37.70

38.40

Front Leg Room:

43.30in

41.40in

Rear leg room:

39.40in

38.00in

Front Hip Room:

54.10in

53.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.20in

55.50in

Rear Hip Room:

53.60in

52.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.20in

54.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

70.90cu.ft

62.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

33.00cu.ft

26.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

22.90degrees

28.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.60degrees

28.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3531.00lbs

3317.00lbs

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:

Heated mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power 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:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

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:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

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:

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

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

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:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated 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:

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System

Turn Signal Mirrors

LED Headlamp

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:

Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Reverse Automatic Braking + Multimedia Plus Audio + Harman Kardon Amplifier And Speakers + Power Rear Tailgate

Standard Model

Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Reverse Automatic Braking + Multimedia Plus Audio

Popular Package #2

Gray Interior Package

SX Sunroof Package

Paint Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards - Dark Blue Pearl

Wheel Locks - Alloy

Body Side Molding - Dark Grey Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Door Scuff Protector

Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards - Ice Silver Metallic

Splash Guards

Body Side Molding - Dark Blue Pearl

Sport Grille - Black

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Edge Guards - Dark Grey Metallic

Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic

Puddle Light

Cross Bars

Lifestyle Hitch

Mudguards

Wheel Locks

Interior Options:

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass And Homelink

Rear Seat Back Protector

Rockford Fosgate Audio Upgrade

Cargo Net

Side Sill Plates - Front

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass

Sunshade

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/Approach Lighting

Footwell Illumination Kit

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Homelink & Approach Lighting

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Light

All-Weather Floor Liners

Carpeted Seatback Up Mat

Carpet Floor Mats

Cargo Net, Floor

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

Cargo Mat

Illuminated Scuff Plate

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Gray, cloth

#B1ADAA

Color:

Black SOFINO, leatherette

#323136

Gray SOFINO, leatherette

#575958

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Comparison - Subaru Forester Sport 2019 - 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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