2025 Nissan Kicks vs 2025 Kia Seltos: Pick the Right Compact SUV!
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In Etobicoke and across the GTA, many drivers look for a small SUV that feels easy to drive, stays light on fuel, and brings modern features. The 2025 Nissan Kicks and the 2025 Kia Seltos are two top picks. Both have unique strengths, but the Kicks brings a smarter mix of comfort, tech, and fuel savings. For everyday driving or weekend road trips, it fits just right, aligning with how most people drive. Let’s have a look at both vehicles.
Kicks vs. Seltos At a Glance
- Kicks offers better highway fuel efficiency (6.6 L/100 km vs. 6.8 L/100 km)
- Kicks provides more cargo space behind rear seats (849.5 L vs. 752 L)
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay standard on Kicks
- Standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 on Kicks versus Kia Drive Wise on Seltos
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency
The 2025 Nissan Kicks is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine delivering 141 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. It returns up to 6.6 L/100 km on the highway and 8.1 L/100 km combined. It tows up to 680 kg (1,500 lb), which is solid for bikes or a small trailer. In contrast, the 2025 Kia Seltos is also equipped with a 2.0-litre engine but produces 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, achieving fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km in the city and 6.8 L/100 km on the highway. While their towing limits match, the Kicks gives better highway fuel efficiency and enough power for everyday drives, making it a smarter choice for smooth highway cruises and errands around the city.
Space for People and Adventure
The Kicks seats five and offers practical cloth seating that withstands daily use. It provides 849.5 litres of cargo space behind the rear seats and offers more room when the seats are folded. The Seltos also seats five with cloth or available leather seating. It offers up to 1,778 litres when the seats are folded, and 752 litres behind them. Though the Seltos is competitive, the Kicks has clever seat layouts and enough space for groceries, hockey bags, or weekend gear headed up north. It makes the Kicks a practical choice for your day-to-day life.
Cabin Comfort and Smart Tech
The 2025 Nissan Kicks has a large 12.3-inch NissanConnect touchscreen that’s easy to use, with multi-touch control that responds fast. Everything connects wirelessly, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so there’s no need to fumble with cords. A wireless charger keeps your phone powered on the go, and with six speakers, your playlist sounds crisp and clear. The front seats, steering wheel, and even the side mirrors and windows are heated, helping to melt away frost on cold mornings around Etobicoke. Keyless entry and push-button start add to the ease of your everyday drive. Whereas the 2025 Kia Seltos comes with an 8.0-inch display and supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, it’s wired. It does have Bluetooth and a six-speaker setup, like the Kicks, but the screen feels somewhat outdated compared to what the Kicks offers. Some might not notice it at first, but when you’re commuting every day or exploring Ontario's scenic routes, a bigger screen and wireless features just make the drive smoother. That’s where the Kicks shines, it makes comfort and tech feel easy and natural without needing to upgrade to higher trims.
Safety and Driver Support
The Kicks is equipped with Nissan Safety Shield 360, offering automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and high-beam assist. It also includes intelligent cruise control, hill start assist, electronic parking brake, and an automatic brake hold. The Seltos brings Kia Drive Wise features like forward collision avoidance, blind‑spot assist, lane keeping, rear cross‑traffic avoidance, and safe exit assist. The Kicks includes similar tech and makes it standard without needing higher trims. It offers driver confidence from day one.
A Quick Overview Of Both Vehicles
| Feature | 2025 Nissan Kicks | 2025 Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre - 141 horsepower / 140 lb-ft | 2.0-litre – 147 hp / 132 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy Combined | 7.4 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Cargo Space (rear up) | 849.5 litres (1,699.6 litres folded) | 752 litres (1,778 litres folded) |
| Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inches | 8.0 inches |
| Standard Safety Suite | Nissan Safety Shield 360 | Kia Drive Wise |
Discover the 2025 Nissan Kicks at Woodbine Nissan
The 2025 Nissan Kicks combines good power, efficient fuel use, generous towing capabilities, and ample space for everyday life. It also brings warmth and tech to key places without needing upgrades. Safety features are all standard. For school runs, errands around Etobicoke, or cruising through fall and winter, the Kicks fits right in. Visit Woodbine Nissan in Etobicoke, Ontario, to experience the Kicks in person. Book a test drive today and see why the Kicks makes more sense than the Seltos for your driving needs.
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