2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 Hybrid

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City Info not available 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.8 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-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 219 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 172.6 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Kia Seltos than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The Kia Seltos offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Clearly, the Kia Seltos is a better financial choice over the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Seltos is much slimmer than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Kia Seltos is slightly shorter than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Seltos has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 Hybrid. The Kia Seltos has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.