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Toyota Urban Cruiser vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Urban Cruiser or Kia Seltos?

Toyota Urban Cruiser vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Toyota Urban Cruiser

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  • marginally more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Seltos

  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Urban Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Seltos is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,300 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,115 £.

Seltos

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 Toyota Urban Cruiser offers marginally more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Urban Cruiser delivers somewhat more torque with 307 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 42 Nm more.

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, Kia Seltos is markedly lighter – 1,515 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers substantially more boot space – 536 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 226 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries somewhat more – 495 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is clearly 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.

from £33,400
Urban Cruiser

Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 174 - 184 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 395 - 426 km
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Kia Seltos

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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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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Toyota Urban Cruiser
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
411 - 421 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
174 - 184 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Kia
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