2025 Kia
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 24 - 28 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 27 - 34 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 62.8 ft3 | 58.9 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 146 - 195 hp | 201 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 1,500 - 1,800 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 172.6 in | 184.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Kia Seltos, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Kia Seltos will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Convenience
The Volkswagen Tiguan 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). Clearly, the Kia Seltos is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Seltos is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Kia Seltos has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to much 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 Tiguan.
Powertrain
The Kia Seltos has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
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 Tiguan.
The Kia Seltos has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.