2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Seltos

2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Corolla Cross Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,220 to $31,405
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MPG - City Info not available 45 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.8 ft3 61.8 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 146 - 195 hp 196 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 172.6 in 176.1 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 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 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Seltos and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

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 Kia Seltos will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Kia Seltos is a little narrower than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Kia Seltos is slightly shorter than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has the same turning radius as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Seltos has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Seltos doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Seltos and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Seltos as you will in the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.