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Omoda 5 vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (224 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Omoda 5 or Kia Seltos?

Omoda 5 vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Omoda 5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Seltos

  • only slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Omoda 5 is moderately cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,534 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Omoda 5 uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Omoda 5 offers a bit more power – delivering 224 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Omoda 5 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Omoda 5 delivers noticeably more torque with 340 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 75 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, Kia Seltos is only slightly lighter – 1,515 kg compared to 1,621 kg. The difference is around 106 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers noticeably more boot space – 536 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, the Omoda 5 carries barely more – 536 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Omoda 5 is far ahead overall 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.

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Omoda 5

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 224 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 km
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Reviews Omoda 5

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Pablo
8 May 2026, 07:59:00

Fantastic. It would be great to have a bit more battery capacity and a higher DC charging speed.

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maurizio
22 Nov 2025, 17:34:12

Depending on your needs: better for safety, comfort, boot space, trim and performance — downside: higher fuel consumption.

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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Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 31,600 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
430 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 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
1,621 - 1,710 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,824 - 1,830 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
431 - 536 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 224 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
295 - 340 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 165 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Omoda
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Omoda 5?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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