Jeep Compass vs Kia Seltos Comparison

Jeep Compass

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Kia Seltos

How they stack

2024 Jeep

Compass

2024 Kia

Seltos

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CarExpert Score

CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.

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7.4

7.8

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Based on the Jeep Compass TRAILHAWK

Based on the Kia Seltos S (FWD)

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

City driving

Off-roading

Fuel Efficiency

36L - 60L

76 to 474 km

50L

345 to 370 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

7 year
warranty

MSRP

$37,950 - $69,990

$29,850 - $45,270

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CarExpert's Take

Jack Quick

Assistant Production Editor

Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Compliant ride on- and off-road
High-tech interior
More standard equipment for MY23

Misses

Too expensive
Clattery turbo-diesel engine
Cheap-feeling interior plastics

Josh Nevett

Marketplace Journalist

Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Drives sweetly
Big and practical boot
Front and rear USB connectivity

Misses

Interior is built to a price
Still no adaptive cruise control
Intrusive safety tech

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Premium Paint (+$520)

Colours Available

Premium paint is an $895 option.

The 2023 Jeep Compass is available in the following colours:

Colorado Red (no-cost option)
Galaxy Blue
Hunter Green
Grey Magnesio
Minimal Grey
Brilliant Black
Pearl White

Seven colours are offered across the line-up, including a new Pluton Blue finish. The outgoing models’ Starlight Yellow has been dropped, while Clear White and Pluton Blue are available with a contrast Fusion Black roof exclusively on the Seltos GT-Line.

The other single colours include Neptune blue, Mars orange, Steel grey, Gravity grey, Cherry black and Snow White pearl.

Mars Orange
Pluton Blue*
Snow White Pearl*
Steel Grey*
Gravity Grey*
Fusion Black*
Neptune Blue*
Pluton Blue & Fusion Black roof^
Clear White & Fusion Black roof^

Comparison

2020 Jeep Compass S-Limited v Kia Seltos GT-Line

The Kia Seltos GT-Line offers the sportiest drive and best tech in the class, while the rival Jeep Compass S-Limited rocks tough design and reasonable soft-roading chops. Let's compare and contrast these two same-size rivals.

Reviews

7.4

2023 Jeep Compass Trailhawk review

The Jeep Compass Trailhawk is one of the toughest-looking crossovers on sale right now. It has more features and a higher price tag to match.

Jack Quick

7.8

2025 Kia Seltos review

In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.

Josh Nevett

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Specs

Type
MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO GASOLINE INJ, TURBO CDI		MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ
Size (cc)
1332 - 2359		1598 - 1999
Size (L)
2.4L, 1.5L, 1.3L, 2.0L		2.0L, 1.6L
Induction
INLINE 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4		INLINE 4, TURBO 4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16
Power
96kW - 176kW		110kW - 146kW
Power RPM
3750 - 6400		6000 - 6200
Torque
229Nm - 350Nm		180Nm - 265Nm
Torque RPM
1560 - 3900		1600 - 4500
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
10 - 16.5		10 - 12.5

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Jeep Compass vs Kia Seltos Comparison

Jeep Compass

Kia Seltos

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