Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos

The category of subcompact SUVs has grown drastically in the last few years, so much so that nearly every manufacturer offers at least one model in this segment.

We are proud to present this head-to-head comparison of the Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos. Which one offers more and which is best for you? Find out by reading this comparison, presented by Kia Chambly near Longueuil!

Comparing their consumption and performance

Available in 4 versions and offered at a price ranging from $25,188 to $43,038, the 2023 Hyundai Kona is not necessarily more affordable than the 2023 Kia Seltos. The Seltos is offered at an MSRP between $26,309 and $36,309 depending on the version. That being said, it offers 2 more versions to choose from with its line-up of 6 versions.

In fact, the base versions of these two SUVs generate nearly the same horsepower, with 146 hp for the Seltos and 147 hp for the Kona. In addition, the Seltos can be equipped with a 1.6 L 4-cylinder engine with 175-horsepower. A turbocharged engine is also available for the Hyundai.

The Kia Seltos is very fuel-efficient, with highway ratings ranging from 7.1 to 7.9 L/100 km, depending on the version and powertrain selected.

Comparing Equipment and Infotainment

Both SUVs offer many state-of-the-art features, but the Kia Seltos does take the lead over the Kona. None of the Active Safety Systems come standard on the base version of the 2023 Kona. For example, while Blind-spot Collison Warning is standard on all versions of the Kia SUV, the entry-level version of the Kona does not offer this feature.

Depending on the version, the Seltos is packed with features such as:

• Heated front seats (standard)
• Heated rear seats (higher-end versions)
• Air conditioning (standard)
• 8" or 10.25" display
• Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Wireless phone charging
• And much more

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Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Kona: comparing their capabilities

The main advantages of the Kia vs. Hyundai are mainly in the volume and space it offers, as shown in the following table:

As we’ve shown, the Kia Seltos enjoys several advantages over the Hyundai Kona, so you will certainly be happy you paid those extra dollars.

To learn more about our Kia vs Hyundai comparison, or to take advantage of our Kia financing rates and our ongoing Kia promotions, come and see us at Kia Chambly today! We are located near St-Jean and Longueuil.