Kia Seltos vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Seltos and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 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 Kia Seltos and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
In comparing the Kia Seltos's and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's specifications and ratings, the Kia Seltos has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 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 base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Seltos's and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is a better car than the Kia Seltos.
Pricing: A used 2024 Kia Seltos ranges from $23,994 to $32,000 while a used 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is priced between $23,464 to $30,267. For a new model, the Kia Seltos's price is between $25,750 and $33,071, with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport priced between $24,450 and $31,773.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Seltos loses 37.3 percent of its value and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport loses 41 percent of its value. This means the Kia Seltos retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Seltos’s base engine makes 146 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport base engine makes 148 horsepower.
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 leg room, and cargo space. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia Seltos and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
25750 - 33071
Starting MSRP:
24490
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
24740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19900 - 32650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
24450 - 31773
Starting MSRP:
23695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
24740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19900 - 32650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
27855
Price Range:
23994 - 32000
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
29059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23526 - 38837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
604
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
17175
# Good or Great Deals:
194
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
27449
Price Range:
23464 - 30267
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
29059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23526 - 38837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
406
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
18310
# Good or Great Deals:
108
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
9452
Depreciation %:
0.38595331
Resale Value $:
15038
Residual Value %:
0.61404669
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.36749929
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.2801152 - 0.4291516
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
10014
Depreciation %:
0.42263326
Resale Value $:
13681
Residual Value %:
0.57736674
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.36749929
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.2801152 - 0.4291516
Kia Seltos Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.180253 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.970006 / 10
Reliability:
7.957787 / 10
Retained Value:
7.95223 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
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 - 14.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.4
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.217
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.64878016818292
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0189750421750277
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Kia Seltos Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
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6 out of / 56Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
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14 out of / 21Ranking
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50 out of / 67Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
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13 out of / 21Ranking
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14 out of / 21Ranking
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20 out of / 21Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
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59 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Seltos Trim Levels
EX, LX, S, SX, X-Line
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Trim Levels
ES, LE, S, SE, SEL, Trail Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
21.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3263 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Fusion Black
Blue
Neptune Blue
Gray
Steel Gray
White
Snow White Pearl
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Labrador Black Pearl
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
White
Not available
Silver
Alloy Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
