In the market for a compact SUV? If Jeep® and Kia are on your list of prospective brands, this comparison of the Jeep Compass and Kia Seltos can help you narrow down your choices:
Power- and Drivetrain
The Jeep Compass comes with a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that pumps out 180 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque. This is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, though a nine-speed automatic is available. Front-wheel drive is standard, but you can opt for four-wheel drive. The Kia Seltos has a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that offers 146 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). All-wheel drive is standard.
Off-Road Ability
Few (if any) brands can compete with Jeep when it comes to off-roading. When you go with four-wheel drive, you will get the Selec-Terrain traction management system that has settings for mud, sand, and snow. The Trailhawk trim is the most capable off-roader, as its four-wheel drive system comes with low-range gearing. You will also get hill descent control, a traction setting specifically for rock, and an off-road suspension. The Kia Seltos doesn’t have any of these features, and it’s really only meant for paved roads.
Tech
The Jeep Compass has many built-in tech components. These include remote keyless entry, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and two USB ports. Bluetooth®, voice recognition, and a six-speaker stereo are also standard. The Kia Seltos has some of the same tech features, but if you’ll want more than one USB port, you would need to upgrade.
What’s the best way to decide which model is right for you? You need to get behind the wheel for a test drive. Visit A. M. Maus & Son, Inc. to check out the Jeep Compass in person and to take it for a spin around Kimball.