Chevrolet Trax vs. Kia Seltos
When we compare the Chevrolet Trax's and the Kia Seltos's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Kia Seltos has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Trax's and the Kia Seltos's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Chevrolet Trax vs. Kia Seltos Pricing
A used 2024 Chevrolet Trax ranges from $22,521 to $29,987 while a used 2024 Kia Seltos is priced between $25,889 to $33,004. For a new model, the Chevrolet Trax's price is between $21,534 and $26,980, with the Kia Seltos priced between $26,109 and $33,490.
Chevrolet Trax vs. Kia Seltos Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Trax loses 44.5 percent of its value and the Kia Seltos loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the Kia Seltos retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Trax.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Trax’s base engine makes 137 horsepower, and the Kia Seltos base engine makes 146 horsepower. The Trax is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The Seltos is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Trax the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Seltos. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Kia Seltos has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Trax has higher safety ratings than the Kia Seltos, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
21534 - 26980
Used Asking Price:
22521 - 29987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.445154
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26109 - 33490
Used Asking Price:
25889 - 33004
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.421058
Chevrolet Trax Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.833333 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Seltos Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Trax Rankings
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64 out of / 66Kia Seltos Rankings
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Trax Trim Levels
Activ, LS, LT, RS
Kia Seltos Trim Levels
EX, LX, S, SX, X-Line
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
137 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
146 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 32 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 31 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
25.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
26.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3030 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
178.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3108 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17