2021 Kia Seltos vs 2021 Nissan Kicks

Connectivity/Safety Technology, Performance Specs and Cargo Volume

Having access to technology is a must for a crossover SUV to even have a chance to be successful. The 2021 Kia Seltos and 2021 Nissan Kicks are both equipped with smartphone-compatible infotainment systems with access to both the Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Additionally, each automaker has generously equipped the 2021 Seltos and 2021 Kicks with the latest driver assistance technology that is designed to prevent accidents and collisions from happening in the first place.

Future owners of the 2021 Kia Seltos will have two engine options to examine, depending on which of the five available trim grades they choose to buy or lease. The LX, S and EX models use a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that will make 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. People looking for more power will want to look at the S 1.6T or SX versions that will have a turbocharged 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine under the hood, making 175 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The 2021 Kicks is only available with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder power plant, topping out at 122 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque.

When the 2021 Kia Seltos has people in the backseat, there will be 26.6 cubic-feet of cargo volume to use for storage and when the rear seat folded down, as much as 62.8 cubic-feet is available. A 2021 Kicks with rear passengers will have 25.3 cubic-feet avaiable, with a maximum of 32.3 cubic-feet of cargo space available.