2025 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

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2025 Hyundai
Tucson

MSRP*: $28,355 to $39,795
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 80.3 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 187-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 187 hp 146 - 195 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 182.7 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.5 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 Hyundai Tucson than in the Kia Seltos. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson and 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 Hyundai Tucson is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Seltos.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Seltos.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson has a significantly larger turning radius than the Kia Seltos, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Tucson has a little more horsepower than the Kia Seltos.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Tucson and the Kia Seltos. With the Hyundai Tucson, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Seltos.