2025 Genesis GV80 vs. 2025 Kia Seltos Review

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2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $58,200 to $79,800
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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,690 to $31,190
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MPG - City 16 - 19 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 24 MPG 27 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 62.8 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 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 All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 146 - 195 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.5 in 172.6 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 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 Genesis GV80 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 Genesis GV80 and the Kia Seltos.

Convenience
The Genesis GV80 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 Genesis GV80 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Seltos, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 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 Genesis GV80, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Seltos.

Handling
The Genesis GV80 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 Genesis GV80 greatly out-muscles the Kia Seltos.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Genesis GV80 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Seltos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Genesis GV80 and the Kia Seltos.