2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Seltos

2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,690 to $31,190
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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MPG - City 24 - 28 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 27 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.8 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 146 - 195 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 172.6 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 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 Kia Seltos offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Seltos and the Volkswagen ID.4.

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 Volkswagen ID.4, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Seltos is much slimmer than the Volkswagen ID.4, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Kia Seltos is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen ID.4, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, 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 Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Seltos does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Seltos and the Volkswagen ID.4. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Seltos as you will in the Volkswagen ID.4.