2021 Kia Seltos vs 2021 Jeep Renegade

Unlike other brands, Kia is committed to offering top-tier features and amenities across its model lineups. The 2021 Kia Seltos is no exception to this commitment and brings the most in-demand features to every trim level, including its base LX model. The 2021 Seltos lineup includes the LX, S, EX, S Turbo, and SX Turbo trim levels and shoppers will be able to find everything they want and need at every trim level.

Shoppers around Tampa Bay who visit us here at Friendly Kia often wonder how the 2021 Kia Seltos stacks up against the competition. This 2021 Kia Seltos vs 2021 Jeep Renegade comparison is here to give you a look at how these two models compare on paper to show you why so many shoppers are choosing the Seltos over the rest of the competition.

2021 Kia Seltos Hits Every Mark in Every Trim

The 2021 Kia Seltos appeals to drivers of every age with its youthful style and in-demand tech features. Shoppers looking for a fun-to-drive compact SUV will be pleased with the variety of options and amenities the 2021 Seltos brings to the Tampa Bay area.

A standard 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine sits beneath the hood of the 2021 Seltos and delivers 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque on the road. The 2021 Jeep Renegade is fitted with a 2.4-liter I-4 engine and brings slightly more standard power than the Seltos with 180 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque on tap. Drivers looking for extra power in the Seltos can opt for the available 1.6-liter 4-cylinder Turbo engine that comes mated to a 7-speed Quick-Shift DCT automatic transmission. This turbo-charged engine delivers 175 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque around New Port Richey.

Tech-focused drivers will find the 2021 Kia Seltos doesn’t just deliver but hits it out of the park. The Seltos comes equipped with a standard 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on deck. The competing 2021 Renegade is fitted with a smaller standard 7-inch display and limits its smartphone connectivity systems to higher trim levels.

To get started on your search for a new Seltos around Tampa Bay visit the Friendly Kia online inventory. Contact a member of our team with any questions about the Seltos or available models.