Kia Seltos vs Mazda CX-3 Comparison

    Kia Seltos

    Mazda CX-3

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    2024 Kia
    Seltos
    vs
    2024 Mazda
    CX-3
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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    7.8
    7.3
    0.0
    Based on the Kia Seltos S (FWD)
    Based on the Mazda CX-3 G20 EVOLVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L
    345 to 370 km
    48L
    302 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $29,850 - $45,270
    $26,950 - $38,770
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    CarExpert's Take

    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
    Max Davies
    Marketplace Journalist
    Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Super easy to drive
    • Sturdy build quality
    • Tasty white and tan interior
    Misses
    • Tech is showing its age
    • High-speed handling isn't ideal
    • Thirstier than expected

    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)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)

    Colours Available

    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^

    Specs

    Type
    MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJELECT DIRECT INJ
    Size (cc)
    1598 - 19991998
    Size (L)
    2.0L, 1.6L2.0L
    Induction
    INLINE 4, TURBO 4INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616
    Power
    110kW - 146kW110kW
    Power RPM
    6000 - 62006000
    Torque
    180Nm - 265Nm195Nm
    Torque RPM
    1600 - 45002800
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10 - 12.513

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