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KGM Tivoli vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – KGM Tivoli or Kia Seltos?

KGM Tivoli vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

KGM Tivoli

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Kia Seltos

  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tivoli

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

KGM Tivoli is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Seltos uses 6.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the KGM Tivoli with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Seltos

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Seltos offers very slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the KGM Tivoli delivers only slightly more torque with 280 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, KGM Tivoli is a bit lighter – 1,300 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers clearly more boot space – 536 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the KGM Tivoli carries barely more – 503 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The KGM Tivoli leads convincingly in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £16,300
Tivoli

KGM Tivoli

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
KGM Tivoli
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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KGM Tivoli

The Tivoli is a compact crossover that blends stylish design with practical packaging, making it comfortable and easy to live with in everyday driving. Its composed ride and intuitive controls suit city runs and weekend trips alike, offering good value for buyers seeking a versatile, no-nonsense small SUV.

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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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KGM Tivoli
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,300 - 27,300 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
162 - 192 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,300 - 1,417 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 503 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
KGM
Brand
Kia
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