Ford Bronco Sport vs Kia Seltos
Overview | |
Years produced2021-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$24,490 | MSRP$31,695 |
Listings2568 | Listings4347 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | |
Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space26.6 cu ft | Cargo Space32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3108 lbs | Curb Weight3458 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height70.4 in |
Length172.6 in | Length173.0 in |
Width70.9 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1104 lbs | Maximum Payload1170 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2021-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $24,490 | $31,695 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | Launched for the 2021 model year, the Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover SUV that combines the platform of the Ford Escape with the styling and off-road focus of its namesake. Ford doubles down on that for 2025, adding new option packages to further increase off-road capability, along with tech, styling, and interior updates. Verdict: The Bronco Sport was designed primarily with off-road enthusiasts in mind, but it’s still a good all-around crossover. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 26.6 cu ft | 32.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3108 lbs | 3458 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 172.6 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1104 lbs | 1170 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2200 lbs | |

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