2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2025 Nissan ARIYA Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Seltos

2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,690 to $31,190
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan ARIYA

2025 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,770 to $54,370
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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 59.7 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 146 - 195 hp 214 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 172.6 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 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 Nissan ARIYA. The Kia Seltos offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Nissan ARIYA, 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 Nissan ARIYA, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Seltos is much slimmer than the Nissan ARIYA, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Kia Seltos, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan ARIYA.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has the same turning radius as the Nissan ARIYA, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Seltos has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan ARIYA.

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 Nissan ARIYA.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Seltos and the Nissan ARIYA. The Kia Seltos has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan ARIYA.