Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid vs Kia Seltos
Overview | |
Years produced2014-2016 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$33,995 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings138 | Listings2376 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThere aren’t many subcompact crossovers on the market with hybrid powertrains. As such, it’s tough to weigh the new 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid against a field of other options. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is its primary competition. The Kia Niro Hybrid is exclusively front-wheel drive (FWD), and vehicles such as the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid all compete in the larger compact crossover segment. If shoppers want a fuel-efficient and genuinely small crossover with great all-wheel-drive capability, the new Crosstrek Hybrid is the best available choice. Verdict: With its attractive styling, comfortable interior, and tested AWD system, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek delivers a terrific package, even if it’s not as efficient as some larger (and more expensive) competitors. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City36 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.6 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3677 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height63.0 in | Height63.4 in |
Length176.4 in | Length172.6 in |
Width79.4 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2014-2016 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $33,995 | $24,490 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | There aren’t many subcompact crossovers on the market with hybrid powertrains. As such, it’s tough to weigh the new 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid against a field of other options. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is its primary competition. The Kia Niro Hybrid is exclusively front-wheel drive (FWD), and vehicles such as the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid all compete in the larger compact crossover segment. If shoppers want a fuel-efficient and genuinely small crossover with great all-wheel-drive capability, the new Crosstrek Hybrid is the best available choice. Verdict: With its attractive styling, comfortable interior, and tested AWD system, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek delivers a terrific package, even if it’s not as efficient as some larger (and more expensive) competitors. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 36 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.6 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3677 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 63.0 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 79.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1104 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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