Jeep Renegade vs. Kia Seltos
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Renegade and Kia Seltos contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Jeep Renegade and the Kia Seltos.
In comparing the Jeep Renegade's and the Kia Seltos's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Renegade has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Kia Seltos has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Renegade's and the Kia Seltos's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Renegade is a better car than the Kia Seltos.
Pricing: A used 2023 Jeep Renegade ranges from $23,650 to $34,800 while a used 2024 Kia Seltos is priced between $23,994 to $32,000. For a new model, the Jeep Renegade's price is between $24,328 and $36,503, with the Kia Seltos priced between $25,750 and $33,071.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Renegade loses 33.2 percent of its value and the Kia Seltos loses 37.3 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Renegade retains 4.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Seltos.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Renegade’s base engine makes 177 horsepower, and the Kia Seltos base engine makes 146 horsepower. The Renegade is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 368 miles. The Seltos is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. This gives the Kia Seltos the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Renegade. 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 leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Jeep Renegade has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Jeep Renegade and the Kia Seltos have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$24,328 - $36,503
Starting MSRP:
$27,850
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$25,483
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,650 - $34,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$25,750 - $33,071
Starting MSRP:
$24,490
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$24,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,900 - $32,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$28,191
Price Range:
$23,650 - $34,800
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$26,668
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,719 - $33,440
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
828
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
5,429
# Good or Great Deals:
220
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,855
Price Range:
$23,994 - $32,000
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$29,059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,526 - $38,837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,653
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,214
# Good or Great Deals:
108
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$9,632
Depreciation %:
34.6%
Resale Value $:
$18,218
Residual Value %:
65.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
34.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
34.6% - 37.3%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$9,452
Depreciation %:
38.6%
Resale Value $:
$15,038
Residual Value %:
61.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
36.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
28% - 42.9%
Jeep Renegade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Seltos Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Renegade
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
9.3 - 13
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
17.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Seltos
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.6 - 15.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Jeep Renegade Rankings
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58 out of / 67Kia Seltos Rankings
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59 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Renegade Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk, Upland
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
177 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
292 / 368 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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
118.6 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:
3320 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
166.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 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 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
Slate Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Graphite Grey / Sting-Gray Clear Coat
Red
Colorado Red Clear Coat
White
Alpine White Clear Coat
Yellow
Solar Yellow Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Fusion Black
Blue
Neptune Blue
Gray
Steel Gray
Red
Not available
White
Snow White Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
