2025 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

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2025 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $69,900 to $104,300
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,690 to $31,190
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 19 MPG 27 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 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 Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 146 - 195 hp
Towing Capacity 7,800 - 8,200 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 225.2 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 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 GMC Yukon XL than in the Kia Seltos. The GMC Yukon XL will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Seltos.

Convenience
The GMC Yukon XL requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Seltos, making it more convenient to drive.

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

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

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Yukon XL greatly out-muscles the Kia Seltos.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the GMC Yukon XL more than the Kia Seltos, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the GMC Yukon XL, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Seltos.