2026 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2026 Kia Seltos Review

Picture of the 2026 Jeep Wrangler

2026 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $34,895 to $79,995
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2026 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $23,690 to $31,390
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MPG - City 17 - 20 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 23 MPG 27 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 147 - 190 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Jeep Wrangler offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Seltos, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Wrangler and the Kia Seltos.

Convenience
The Kia Seltos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Wrangler, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Jeep Wrangler will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Seltos, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wrangler is much wider than the Kia Seltos, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Jeep Wrangler is slightly shorter than the Kia Seltos, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Seltos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Kia Seltos.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wrangler does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Seltos.

Utility
The Jeep Wrangler has less seating than the Kia Seltos, making the Kia Seltos the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Jeep Wrangler has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Seltos.