KIA Seltos S vs Honda CR-V LX

KIA Seltos S

Suv · Gasoline

Honda CR-V LX

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

KIA Seltos S

The KIA Seltos S delivers family-compact practicality with seating for five, a useful 433 L trunk, and balanced everyday performance. At about 22,000, it offers good value in its segment and appeals to buyers prioritizing reliability and safety.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.2 L/100km

Car B

Honda CR-V LX

The Honda CR-V LX prioritizes family practicality and dependability with balanced performance and sensible efficiency. At around 29,000, it offers good value in its segment for growing families and cargo-heavy routines.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety190 hp

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Usage fit

Family 71 / 88

City 50 / 48

Budget / value 69 / 67

Road trip 51 / 64

Performance 27 / 28

Cargo 32 / 66

Practical 53 / 65

Premium 21 / 24

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = KIA Seltos S · Orange = Honda CR-V LX

Specs side-by-side

Spec KIA Seltos S Honda CR-V LX

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Pros & cons

KIA Seltos S

Practical 5-seat layout with a 433 L trunk for daily family use
242 Nm torque and 0-100 km/h in 9.5 s help with smooth city and highway driving
Combined 7.2 L/100 km is efficient for its class and keeps running costs predictable
Around 22,000 price point offers good value in its segment
Not aimed at performance driving; 0-100 km/h in 9.5 s is modest
Limited to five seats; larger families may need more capacity
No electrified range listed, so hybrid/EV seekers should look elsewhere
Focuses on practicality over a premium look and feel

Honda CR-V LX

Large 1033-liter cargo area suits strollers, gear, and bulk shopping
Signals emphasize reliability and safety for family duty
190 hp and 0–100 km/h in 9 s deliver confident everyday performance
Priced around 29,000, presenting good value in its segment
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 9 s is only moderate
Those seeking a premium-feel cabin and features may be disappointed
Five seats only; no third row for larger families
7.5 L/100 km may not satisfy drivers chasing ultra-low fuel use

Verdict

Pick KIA Seltos S if…

Best fuel economy

KIA Seltos S uses 7.2 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Honda CR-V LX if…

Reliability edge

Honda CR-V LX scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

KIA Seltos S

Honda CR-V LX

Verdict

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