2025 Kia Seltos vs. Sportage

Kia is known for its family-friendly SUVs, and two of the most popular are the Kia Seltos and Kia Sportage. Both are compact SUVs that are safe, affordable, and reliable. You’ll love either of these new vehicles for daily commutes in Elk River, weekly errands in Rogers, and weekend getaways to your favorite lake or camping destination. You won’t have to choose between people or cargo with these new editions. 

Compare the Kia Seltos vs. Sportage with our guide from Cornerstone Kia near Otsego. We’ll look at the differences between the Kia Seltos and Kia Sportage to see if either of these SUVs fit your lifestyle around St. Michael. We’ll also tell you which is bigger, the Kia Seltos or Sportage.

Kia Seltos vs. Sportage: Interior Features & Dimensions

Both of these new vehicles are packed with features that modern drivers love. There are very few differences between the Kia Seltos and Kia Sportage when it comes to the tech in the cabin. You’ll love the smartphone integration, remote keyless entry, 8-inch touchscreen display, Dynamic Parking Guidance, and more.

Knowing which is bigger, the Kia Seltos or Sportage, will help you choose the family driver you need. The Sportage offers a roomier cabin. However, the Kia Seltos still leads its class for cargo space. 

Compare interior measurements of the Kia Seltos vs. Sportage here:

Kia Sportage Interior Dimensions

• Cargo volume behind 1st row: 74.1 cubic feet
• Cargo volume behind 2nd row: 39.6 cubic feet
• Front/Rear headroom: 39.6 / 39.4 inches

Kia Seltos Interior Dimensions

• Cargo volume, behind 1st row: 62.8 cubic feet
• Cargo volume, behind 2nd row: 26.6 cubic feet
• Front/rear headroom (without sunroof): 40.0 / 38.4 inches

Kia Seltos vs. Sportage: Performance Specs

When selecting the Kia Seltos or Sportage for Otsego-area jaunts, we highly recommend the all-wheel drivetrain for excellent traction in even the toughest conditions and during rough winters in MN. 

See the main performance differences between the Kia Seltos and Kia Sportage below:

Kia Sportage Engine Specifications

• 2.5L 4-cylinder engine
• Front- or all-wheel drive
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque 
• EPA-estimated 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway (FWD)
• EPA-estimated 23 mpg city / 28 mpg highway (AWD) 

Kia Seltos Engine Specifications

• 2.0L 4-cylinder engine with Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
• All- or front-wheel drive
• 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque
• EPA-estimated 27 mpg city / 31 mpg highway (AWD)
• EPA-estimated 38 mpg city / 34 mpg highway (FWD)

So, when looking at the engines to decide which is bigger, the Kia Seltos or the Sportage, you’ll notice the Sportage has a larger engine and more horsepower. If you have a bigger family or need more oomph on your St. Michael drives, the Sportage could be your choice—but if you want a limber ride, the Seltos is an excellent option!

Test-Drive the Kia Seltos or Sportage for Sale at Cornerstone Kia

So, have you narrowed your choice to the Kia Seltos or Sportage? We’re more than happy to show you both new vehicles on our lot in Elk River. Contact us or call 763-710-8300 to schedule a test drive with our team. Make sure to look over our new vehicle specials to see how much money you could save.