• The 2024 KIA Seltos boasts an affordable starting MSRP of just $24,390
• With an updated interior, exterior, and engine, the KIA Seltos is refreshed for MY 2024
• The 2024 KIA Seltos offers up to 28/34 miles to the gallon

Both a consistent winner of Kelly Blue Book's Best Buy Award and ranked the number one 2-Row SUV by Kelley Blue Book, the KIA Seltos enjoys a much-needed refresh for the 2024 model year. Updated interior and exterior, along with a new turbocharged engine elevates this once humble subcompact SUV into something more. Something more...sophisticated, sporty, and ultimately, desirable. The KIA Seltos has always been a class-leading example of what a subcompact SUV should be, but competition is strong, and it's time we gave the 2024 KIA Seltos a much-needed comparison. Specifically, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. Read on to learn how the beloved 2024 KIA Seltos compares to the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek.

2024 KIA Seltos vs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek: Pricing

Both vehicles are similarly priced as they both compete in the same subcompact SUV segment. Well, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek looks like Subaru designers weren't sure if they were designing a wagon or a subcompact SUV, but I digress. [caption id="attachment_2339" align="alignnone" width="680"] 2024 Seltos Pluton Blue[/caption] The KIA Seltos enjoys 5 different trims, with the entry-level 2024 KIA Seltos LX starting at $24,390. The rest of the 2024 KIA trims start at:

• 2024 KIA Seltos S: $24,990
• 2024 KIA Seltos EX: $25, 790
• 2024 KIA Seltos X-Line: $28,690
• 2024 KIA Seltos SX: $29,990

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek follows the 2024 KIA Seltos's budget MSRP and starts at $24,995 for its entry-level 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Base trim. The pricing for the rest of the lineup is as follows.

• 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Premium: $26,145
• 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport: $28,995
• 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Limited: $30,895

As you can see, both vehicles boast highly competitive pricing, but it's clear that the 2024 KIA Seltos is a winner across all trims in regard to pricing. But price alone can't determine if a car is a good value, which brings me to my next point...

2024 KIA Seltos vs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek: Performance

As mentioned earlier, the 2024 KIA Seltos received an updated engine for its 2024 refresh. The new turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine is standard on the 2024 KIA Seltos X-Line and SX,  offering much-needed pep to the KIA Seltos. Delivering a healthy 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, the new engine transforms the KIA Seltos into a much sportier, responsive, and most importantly, more fun SUV than the competition; a claim many subcompact SUVs cannot make. For the entry-level LX, S, and EX trims, the tried and true 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine returns, providing an adequate 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offers a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine for its Base and Premium trim and delivers 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. The rest of the lineup;  Sport, Limited, and Wilderness models receive a beefier 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, providing 182 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. For performance, at least for the base models, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek overpowers the Seltos by 11 additional horses and 13 lb-ft of torque. However, the spicier 2024 KIA Seltos X-Line and SX beat the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, Limited, and Wilderness trims by 13 horsepower and 17 lb-ft of torque. Don't discount the fact that the 2024 KIA Seltos X-line and SX engines are turbocharged, providing a more engaging and fun drive than the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek.

2024 KIA Seltos vs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek: Interior & Convenience Tech

The refreshed interior of the 2024 KIA Seltos is an improvement from the outgoing model, providing a cabin that exudes sportiness with a high-end flair. Combinations of leather, faux leather, cloth, and quality materials adorn the cabin, providing an upscale experience mostly seen in higher-priced vehicles. Standard and available convenience technologies include:

• 8-inch or Dual 10.25-inch Displays
• Keyless Entry w/ Push Button Start
• Wireless Phone Charger
• Bose Premium Audio
• Smart Power Liftgate
• Ventilated/Heated Front Seats
• Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
• LED Interior Lighting
• LED Headlights + LED Fog Lights
• Power Sunroof

The 2024 KIA Seltos also boasts Best-In-Class AWD interior room and Second-Row legroom. Consequently, the 2024 KIA Seltos enjoys a spacious interior volume of 126.2 ft³ and a cargo volume of 62.8 ft³ with all the seats folded down. On the other hand, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offers perforated leather upholstery and cloth trims, also delivering a high-end feel at a budget price. The design of the front dash is an improvement over the 2023 model but is still... a Subaru interior. Don't get me wrong, Subaru makes great cars; it's just that the design language is famous in the automotive community for being, well, uninspiring. Regarding standard and available convenience technologies, the 2024 Subaru CrossTrek offers:

• Single 11.6-inch Touchscreen or Dual 7-inch touchscreen
• Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Power Moonroof
• Keyless Access
• Heated Front Seats
• Heated Side Mirrors
• 6-Speaker Stereo
• and more.

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek enjoys 100.5 ft³ of interior volume and 54.9 ft³ of cargo volume. Both are mediocre compared to the 2024 KIA Seltos.

2024 KIA Seltos vs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek: Safety Tech & Warranty

The 2024 KIA Seltos is equipped with a suite of Driver Assist and Safety Technologies known as KIA Drivewise. Standard and available 2024 KIA Seltos Safety Technologies include:

• Rear-view camera display
• Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• Rear Occupant Alert
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Safe Exit Warning
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car, Pedestrian, and Cyclist Detection
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction TUrning
• Driver Attention Warning
• Lane Keep Assist with Active Steering
• Lane Follow Assist
• Highway Driving Assist
• and much, more.

Regarding the 2024 KIA Seltos warranty, the 2024 KIA Seltos enjoys KIA's legendary 5-year/60,000-mile basic and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offers:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Pre-Collision Braking
• Lane Keep Assist
• Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
• Pre-Collision Throttle Management
• and more.

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offers a less than impressive warranty by offering a 3-year/36,000-mile basic and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

2024 KIA Seltos vs 2024 Subaru Crosstrek: Concluding Thoughts

The Winner is clear. The 2024 KIA Seltos simply wins in performance, fuel economy, technology, safety, and interior space and design. Simply put, this comparison was over before it started. If this comparison intrigued you, and you'd like to know more, simply visit our Safford Brown KIA Manassas, Virginia location as we have plenty of 2024 KIA Seltos in stock!  Also, check out our Monthly KIA Deals and Facebook page for Safford Brown KIA Manassas, Virginia for the best deals, offers, and incentives for all our KIA models! [show_offers type="Monthly Seltos Deal"]