2025 Buick Envista vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

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2025 Buick
Envista

MSRP*: $23,700 to $28,600
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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MPG - City 28 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 42.0 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Flex Fuel Capability)
  • 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 Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 hp 146 - 195 hp
Exterior Length 182.6 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.3 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 Buick Envista 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 Buick Envista 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Envista will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Seltos.

Dimensions
The Buick Envista is about the same width as the Kia Seltos. If you go with the Buick Envista, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Seltos.

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

Performance
The Buick Envista has a little less horsepower than the Kia Seltos.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Buick Envista transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Kia Seltos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Envista and the Kia Seltos. The Buick Envista has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Seltos.