2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2024 Kia Seltos
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MSRP$24,490 | MSRP$61,850 |
Listings448 | Listings111 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2024 Kia Seltos Reviews SummaryThe Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | |
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews SummaryG-Wagens aside, the now-discontinued M-Class is what cemented Mercedes-Benz’s place in the SUV jungle. The descendant of that pioneering model is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE, which continues as the automaker’s entry into a midsize luxury SUV segment populated by the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, and Lexus RX. Mercedes also sells a GLE Coupe that competes with the BMW X6. A new GLE 450 4Matic Coupe is available for 2025. Verdict: The GLE is a solid luxury SUV for families, but its competition is equally good. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway28 |
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Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
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Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
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Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space26.6 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3108 lbs | Curb Weight4806 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height70.8 in |
Length172.6 in | Length193.9 in |
Width70.9 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload1104 lbs | Maximum Payload1676 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,490 | $61,850 |
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Kia Seltos was first introduced for the 2021 model year and instantly made waves in the subcompact SUV segment. It was impressively spacious and offered plenty of headroom and legroom, even for second-row occupants. These were novel concepts in this small crossover segment. The Seltos also delivered plenty of standard features and easy-to-use technology. Three years on, and the Seltos is enjoying its first mid-cycle refresh. Though it’s largely the same Seltos as before, it gains fresh styling as well as updated technology. Such tweaks can go a long way, and automakers endeavour to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. The Seltos sits at the bottom of Kia’s SUV line-up below the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride, and alongside the FWD-only Kia Soul. | G-Wagens aside, the now-discontinued M-Class is what cemented Mercedes-Benz’s place in the SUV jungle. The descendant of that pioneering model is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE, which continues as the automaker’s entry into a midsize luxury SUV segment populated by the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, and Lexus RX. Mercedes also sells a GLE Coupe that competes with the BMW X6. A new GLE 450 4Matic Coupe is available for 2025. Verdict: The GLE is a solid luxury SUV for families, but its competition is equally good. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 26.6 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3108 lbs | 4806 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 172.6 in | 193.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1104 lbs | 1676 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5950 lbs | |
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