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Kia Seltos vs Volvo XC40

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Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos

$30,990 - $48,215

2023 price

Volvo XC40
Volvo XC40

$54,990 - $85,990

2024 price

Summary

2023 Kia Seltos
2024 Volvo XC40
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Inline 4, 2.0L

0.0L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
6.9L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • LED headlights only on top grade
  • No hybrid version
  • CVT transmission with the 2.0-litre engine

  • Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
  • Loud cabin at higher speeds
  • Interior trims don't match grade level
2023 Kia Seltos Summary

Looking for a small SUV that’s not tiny? The Kia Seltos could be that SUV, and it’s been updated for 2023.

This review covers the entire Seltos range and reviews this small SUV based on its safety, practicality, price and features, plus ownership costs, its fuel economy and what it’s like to drive.

So, if you’re thinking about a Honda HR-V, a Toyota Corolla Cross or something even as large as a Hyundai Tucson or Kia Sportage then you need to be thinking about a Kia Seltos, too. 

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2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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