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Kia Seltos vs VW T-Roc comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,300 £ vs 26,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Seltos or VW T-Roc?

Kia Seltos vs VW T-Roc: Key differences

Kia Seltos

  • a bit more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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VW T-Roc

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Seltos

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW T-Roc is slightly cheaper – starting at 26,400 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,867 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW T-Roc uses 5.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

T-Roc

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 a bit more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Seltos is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Seltos delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Seltos

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Roc is marginally lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers moderately more boot space – 536 L compared to 475 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Roc is narrowly ahead 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 £26,400
T-Roc

VW T-Roc

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
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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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VW T-Roc

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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17 Sept 2025, 14:29:41

I've been driving the VW T‑Roc for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied. 🚗 The higher seating position gives me a great feeling of security and the visibility in city traffic is excellent. I especially like the modern infotainment system — everything works intuitively and quickly. On the motorway it feels very calm and stable, even at higher speeds. Overall a great car that's a lot of fun and still economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
156 - 169 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity
536 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 495 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
Is the Kia Seltos offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Seltos is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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