Toyota RAV4 vs Kia Seltos
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MSRP$28,675 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings1958 | Listings2183 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThat’s not surprising, considering how people have adopted SUVs of every size as their favourite kind of vehicle. Back in the mid-1990s, the original RAV4 (Recreational Activity Vehicle with 4WD) ushered in the era of the crossover. Almost 30 years later, the 2024 Toyota RAV4 helps to set standards in its segment, available with gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid drivetrains in trim levels ranging from basic or sporty to rugged or upscale. Verdict: Last redesigned in 2019, the current-generation RAV4 is nearing the end of its run. But if you’re looking for a dependable, roomy, and practical compact SUV, a 2024 RAV4 will serve you well for a long time to come. | |
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 203 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 203 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.6 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3370 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height67.0 in | Height63.4 in |
Length180.9 in | Length172.6 in |
Width73.0 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1230 lbs | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,675 | $24,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | That’s not surprising, considering how people have adopted SUVs of every size as their favourite kind of vehicle. Back in the mid-1990s, the original RAV4 (Recreational Activity Vehicle with 4WD) ushered in the era of the crossover. Almost 30 years later, the 2024 Toyota RAV4 helps to set standards in its segment, available with gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid drivetrains in trim levels ranging from basic or sporty to rugged or upscale. Verdict: Last redesigned in 2019, the current-generation RAV4 is nearing the end of its run. But if you’re looking for a dependable, roomy, and practical compact SUV, a 2024 RAV4 will serve you well for a long time to come. | 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 203 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 203 hp I4 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.6 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3370 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 67.0 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1230 lbs | 1104 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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