Jeep Compass vs. Kia Seltos
When we compare the Jeep Compass to the Kia Seltos, the Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Seltos has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing Based on this comparison of the Jeep Compass versus the Kia Seltos, the Jeep Compass is a better car than the Kia Seltos.
Jeep Compass versus Kia Seltos Pricing
For a new model, the Jeep Compass's price is between $29,195 and $39,755, with the Kia Seltos priced between $24,311 and $32,178.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Compass’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Kia Seltos base engine makes 146 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Jeep Compass has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Kia Seltos has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Jeep Compass has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Kia Seltos has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Jeep Compass and the Kia Seltos have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Seltos has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,195 - $39,755
Used Asking Price:
$20,782 - $28,943
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$24,311 - $32,178
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
42.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
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24 out of / 28Ranking
26 out of / 61Ranking
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47 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
53 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Sport, Latitude, Altitude, Limited, (Red) Edition, High Altitude, Trailhawk, Latitude Lux
Trim Levels
LX, EX, SX, S, Nightfall
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):
4 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
27.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 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:
3620 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
173.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3087 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
172 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
