2024 Kia Seltos vs 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
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MSRP$24,490 | MSRP$30,245 |
Listings288 | Listings111 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.0 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 Volkswagen Tiguan Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
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Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space26.6 cu ft | Cargo Space26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3108 lbs | Curb Weight3563 lbs |
Height63.4 in | Height66.1 in |
Length172.6 in | Length184.4 in |
Width70.9 in | Width84.7 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase109.9 in |
Maximum Payload1104 lbs | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,490 | $30,245 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.0 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. | The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 146 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 26.6 cu ft | 26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3108 lbs | 3563 lbs |
Height | 63.4 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 172.6 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 84.7 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1104 lbs | 959 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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