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VW Tiguan vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Kia Seltos?

VW Tiguan vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.2 (12 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Kia Seltos

  • a bit cheaper
  • only slightly 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

Tiguan

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 a bit cheaper – starting at 29,300 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,273 £.

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

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 VW Tiguan offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

Tiguan

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 1,599 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers slightly more boot space – 652 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries slightly more – 556 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 126 km
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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.2 (12 Reviews)
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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 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
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 190 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
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
499 - 556 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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