2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Seltos

2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Kicks

2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.8 ft3 50.1 - 60.0 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 146 - 195 hp 141 hp
Exterior Length 172.6 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.5 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 Kia Seltos than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Seltos, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 Kia Seltos is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Kicks.

Dimensions
The Kia Seltos is about the same width as the Nissan Kicks. When looking at overall length, the Kia Seltos takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Kicks.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has the same turning radius as the Nissan Kicks, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Seltos has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Kicks.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Seltos doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Kicks.

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