2026 Hyundai
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2026 Kia
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| MPG - City | 25 - 29 MPG | 24 - 28 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 - 35 MPG | 27 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.7 ft3 | 62.8 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic, Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 - 190 hp | 147 - 190 hp |
| Exterior Length | 171.3 in | 172.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 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.
Comfort
The Hyundai Kona 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 Hyundai Kona and the Kia Seltos.
Convenience
With the Kia Seltos, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Hyundai Kona, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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 Kona is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Seltos.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Kona is a little wider than the Kia Seltos, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Kona takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Seltos.
Handling
The Hyundai Kona has the same turning radius as the Kia Seltos, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Kona and the Kia Seltos.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai Kona and the Kia Seltos are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Kia Seltos.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Kona as you will in the Kia Seltos.