The compact SUV market is booming, with more options than ever for drivers seeking the perfect blend of efficiency, versatility, and style. The 2025 Honda HR-V and the 2025 Kia Seltos stand out in this competitive segment.
In this comprehensive comparison, we'll examine various aspects of the 2025 Honda HR-V and the 2025 Kia Seltos. Whether you're a first-time SUV buyer or looking to upgrade your current ride, this article will provide valuable insights to help you navigate your options.
Design and Aesthetics
Let's first look at the exterior and interior designs of the HR-V and the Seltos.Exterior Design
The 2025 Honda HR-V's exterior showcases a sophisticated, modern design with sloping body lines and a bold honeycomb grille. The base LX trim comes with 17-inch silver-painted alloy wheels, while the Sport trim has 18-inch gloss-black alloy wheels and other blackout features. Body-colored door handles come standard across all trims. A rear roofline spoiler adds a sporty touch to the HR-V and is available in gloss black in the Sport trim.
The 2025 Kia Seltos boasts a more rugged, adventurous exterior with angular body lines and Kia's distinctive tiger-nose grille. The 17-inch alloy wheels on the base LX trim come in dark gray. The two highest trims, the X-Line and SX, offer 18-inch gloss-black alloy wheels. The rear spoiler and door handles are body-colored across all trims.
When it comes to dimensions, the HR-V and Seltos both offer up to 7.3 inches of ground clearance, making them suitable for light off-road excursions. The HR-V's slightly lower roofline gives it a more car-like appearance, which may appeal to you if you're transitioning from sedans to SUVs.
Interior Design
The Honda HR-V's interior boasts a clean, minimalist design. You'll find a driver's seat with manual height adjustment in the LX and Sport trims, while the highest trim, the EX-L, offers an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat. The EX-L also features leather-trimmed seats, ambient LED lighting, and a one-touch power moonroof. Across all trims, your passengers can enjoy electrostatic touch second-row reading lights.
The Kia Seltos takes a bolder approach to interior styling with a modern, tech-forward cabin. The LX, S, and X-Line trims are each equipped with a six-way manual driver's seat, while a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat is available in the EX and SX trims. Higher trims offer Syntex and cloth upholstery, and a power sunroof is available in the EX and SX trims. LED interior lighting is standard in all trims except the base LX trim.
Both vehicles offer comfortable seating for five passengers, but the HR-V holds a slight edge in terms of front legroom and front and rear shoulder room. The Seltos provides a bit more headroom thanks to its boxier design.
Performance and Efficiency
Now, we'll dive into the details of the performance and efficiency of both SUVs.Engine Options
The 2025 Honda HR-V comes equipped with a 2.0-liter I-4 engine that produces 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. This engine option is suitable for most daily driving scenarios in Harrisburg.
Kia offers two engine choices for the Seltos. The base engine is a 2.0-liter I-4 that generates 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. A 1.6-liter turbocharged engine is available in the two highest trims, delivering 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission and Drivetrain
The HR-V pairs its engine with a continuously variable transmission, which is known for its smooth operation and efficiency benefits. All-wheel drive (AWD) is available on all trims, enhancing traction in various Pennsylvania driving conditions.
The Seltos offers an intelligent variable transmission for the base engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission for the turbocharged variant. You'll also find AWD available in Seltos.
Fuel Economy
Efficiency is a strong suit for both vehicles. The Honda HR-V achieves an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined for front-wheel-drive models. With AWD, these figures adjust slightly to 25/30/27 mpg.
The Kia Seltos, with its 2.0-liter engine and front-wheel drive, achieves an EPA-estimated 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 31 mpg combined. The AWD version of the Seltos returns 27/31/29 mpg.
Infotainment and Technology Features
Here are some of the infotainment and technology features you'll find in the HR-V and Seltos.Infotainment Systems
The 2025 Honda HR-V comes standard with a 7-inch color touch screen. In the top-tier EX-L trim, you'll find a 9-inch screen with a volume knob, customizable feature settings, and smart shortcuts. Kia equips the Seltos with a standard 8-inch touchscreen in the base LX trim, while a larger 10.25-inch display is available on all higher trims.
Connectivity and Smartphone Integration
The HR-V and the Seltos offer seamless smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both SUVs have Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, and wireless charging pads to keep devices powered up on drives around Harrisburg.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Heated front seats are available on the HR-V and the Seltos, while the latter also offers ventilated seats on its highest trim. Dual-zone automatic climate control is available in the HR-V, while the Seltos offers a single automatic climate control.
In terms of audio systems, the Honda HR-V features a 180-watt audio system in every trim. The LX trim includes four speakers, the Sport trim comes with six speakers, and the EX-L has eight speakers. The Seltos comes standard with a six-speaker audio system, and in its highest trim, there's a Bose premium audio system with eight speakers.
Safety and Reliability
Here's a look at the safety ratings, features, and technologies of the Honda HR-V and the Kia Seltos.Safety Ratings
Safety is a top priority for both Honda and Kia. The 2024 HR-V earned the prestigious Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+ award, demonstrating its exceptional crash protection and collision avoidance capabilities. Previous model years of the Seltos have performed well in safety tests, and we expect the 2025 model to continue this trend.
Standard Safety Features
Both vehicles have a comprehensive array of airbags, including front, side, and curtain airbags. The HR-V also includes knee airbags for the driver and front passenger. Both SUVs feature seatbelt pre-tensioners, which tighten the belts in the event of a collision to reduce occupant movement. The HR-V includes them in the front and outboard rear seatbelts, whereas the Seltos only has them in the front seatbelts.
Advanced Safety Technologies
The HR-V's safety suite is called Honda Sensing, and it includes Collision Mitigation Braking and Road Departure Mitigation systems, as well as lane-keep assist, traffic sign recognition, forward collision warning, and lane departure warning. The Seltos offers automatic emergency braking, blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, and highway driving assist.
Test Drive the New Honda HR-V Today
Contact us at Ciocca Honda today to take the 2025 HR-V for a test drive and discover why it might be the perfect compact SUV for you. Our knowledgeable staff can answer any questions you may have and help you explore the various trim levels and options available.
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