2025 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

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2025 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $40,600 to $55,900
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,690 to $31,190
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 27 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.6 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 146 - 195 hp
Exterior Length 204.5 - 204.7 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Traverse than in the Kia Seltos. The Chevrolet Traverse will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Seltos.

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 Chevrolet Traverse will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Seltos, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse is much wider than the Kia Seltos, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Seltos.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Traverse greatly out-muscles the Kia Seltos.

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

Utility
The Chevrolet Traverse offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Seltos, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Seltos.