Kia Seltos vs Kia Telluride
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Years produced2020-2025 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$36,390 | MSRP$24,490 |
Listings9368 | Listings9448 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryFamily-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | |
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 endeavor to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4134 lbs | Curb Weight3108 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height63.4 in |
Length196.9 in | Length172.6 in |
Width78.3 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1642 lbs | Maximum Payload1104 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-2025 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $36,390 | $24,490 |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Family-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | 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 endeavor to make unseen changes that contribute to the overall driving experience. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 2.0L 146 hp I4 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 146 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 26.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4134 lbs | 3108 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 172.6 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1642 lbs | 1104 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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