2027 Hyundai Venue vs. 2027 Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is CarGurus' pick as one of the best small SUVs on the market, while the Hyundai Venue sacrifices refinement for a price point that TrueCar puts $4,285 below the Seltos's $26,485 MSRP at $22,200. Choose the Venue if the lower price and better fuel economy matter most; choose the Seltos if you want the more practical, better-reviewed SUV and can pay more for it.

Which to choose, and why

Price and fuel economy

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says if starting price matters most, the Hyundai Venue has the edge, with a $22,200 MSRP against $26,485 for the Kia Seltos, a difference of $4,285, and that the Venue also gets better gas mileage, 29 city and 33 highway mpg, against 28 city and 33 highway for the Seltos.

The verdict on each

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) says the Hyundai Venue sacrifices refinement for a price point that isn't as low as a comparable subcompact car, but that the advantage for buyers is a vehicle that generally has more cargo space and is more practical than that cheaper subcompact car. Its separate verdict on the Kia Seltos calls the 2027 model one of the best small SUVs on the market. VersusGuy (opens in a new tab) says the Venue typically offers a more accessible starting price, making it attractive for budget-conscious buyers, and provides excellent value for money with a lower starting price and a good array of standard features.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Venue or the Kia Seltos?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Hyundai Venue, with a $22,200 MSRP against the Seltos's $26,485, a $4,285 difference.

Which is the better-reviewed SUV, the Venue or the Seltos?

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) calls the 2027 Kia Seltos one of the best small SUVs on the market, while it says the Venue sacrifices refinement for its price.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Hyundai Venue: 1 records · Kia Seltos: 3 records.

Decision field	Hyundai Venue	Kia Seltos
Exact EPA records	1	3
Model / option labels	1	2
Drive layouts	Front-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	1.6L 4-cyl	1.6L 4-cyl SIDI, 2L 4-cyl
Transmissions	Automatic (AV-S1)	Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (S8)
Fuel types	Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	31 MPG/MPGe	26–30 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$2100 per year	$2150–2500 per year

Head to head

Hyundai Venue vs. Kia Seltos: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Hyundai Venue	Kia Seltos
Horsepower	121 hp	147-190 hp
Torque	113 lb-ft	132-195 lb-ft
Curb weight	2,612 lb	3,318-3,549 lb
Length	159.1 in	174.4 in
Wheelbase	99.2 in	110.2 in
Cargo volume	31.9 cu ft	64.2 cu ft
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Basic warranty	5 years	5 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 and 2027 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

On peak horsepower, the Kia Seltos leads: 190 hp against 121 hp.
On peak torque, the Kia Seltos leads: 195 lb-ft against 113 lb-ft.
The Hyundai Venue is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 2,612 lb against 3,318 lb.
On length, the Kia Seltos leads: 174.4 in against 159.1 in.
On wheelbase, the Kia Seltos leads: 110.2 in against 99.2 in.
On cargo volume, the Kia Seltos leads: 64.2 cu ft against 31.9 cu ft.
Both list the same seating capacity: 5 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 5 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Hyundai Venue and the Kia Seltos.

2027 Hyundai Venue

The Hyundai Venue is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2019. It was the smallest global crossover from Hyundai until the introduction of other smaller SUVs such as the Casper (in 2021) and Exter (in 2023). The Venue was not marketed in Europe (except Ukraine) in favor of the European-focused, Hyundai i20-based Bayon, which was first introduced in 2021.

Safety: In 2021, the IIHS awarded the Hyundai Venue a Top Safety Pick Key award, and the NHTSA rated it at four out of five stars for safety, with one star deducted due to rollover and front risk ratings of four stars.

Source: Hyundai Venue (Wikipedia)

Exterior. At the front, it features a wider, squarer grille with horizontal slats, paired with vertically stacked LED headlamps and slim DRL strips. For the side profile and the rear, it includes rugged wheel arch cladding, newly designed alloy wheels, connected LED taillights, and a blacked-out shark-fin antenna.

Interior. In the interior and its technology, displays were upgraded with dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic screens combining the digital cluster and infotainment system. The cabin comfort adds a 2-step reclining function for rear seats, rear window sunshades, rear AC vents, and dual-tone leatherette upholstery.

NHTSA rated the 2025 Hyundai Venue overall 4 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

May 2024, Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve). Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power. Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Hyundai Venue, most often about structure (2), unknown or other (2), back over prevention (1).

2027 Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a crossover SUV manufactured by Kia since 2019. It is positioned between the smaller Stonic, Soul, or Sonet and the larger Sportage in Kia's global SUV lineup. The first-generation Seltos is designated as a global product with three variations introduced for different markets.

Safety: The SP2 Seltos received a five-star rating from Australasian New Car Assessment Program, and a four-star rating from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Awards: News & World Report ranked the Kia Seltos at No. 4 on its list of Best Subcompact SUVs for 2022, giving it a score of 8.2 out of 10.

Source: Kia Seltos (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Kia Seltos overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Owners filed 13 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Kia Seltos, most often about unknown or other (3), forward collision avoidance (3), exterior lighting (3).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

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Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2027 Hyundai Venue or the 2027 Kia Seltos?

Efficiency

The 2027 Hyundai Venue lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (31 vs. the 2027 Kia Seltos's 28 MPG/MPGe).