Kia Seltos vs Toyota Corolla Cross
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross
Overview
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | L |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,990 | $24,635 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $16,731 (best) | $21,363 |
| Median listing price | $29,120 (best) | $30,437 |
| Highest listing price | $36,035 (best) | $40,195 |
| For sale now | 249 (best) | 51 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG | 33 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal (best) | 12.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 169 hp (best) |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 64.2 cu ft (best) | 24 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,165 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,109 lbs | 3,097 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 8.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in (best) | 103.9 in |
| Length | 174.4 in | 176.1 in (best) |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 71.9 in |
| Height | 63 in | 64.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Toyota Corolla CrossL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | Not Rated |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Seltos | Toyota Corolla Cross |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $24,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L $24,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $26,690 MSRP | L $25,935 MSRP |
| 3 | S $26,390 MSRP | LE $26,965 MSRP |
| 4 | S $28,090 MSRP | LE $28,265 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $28,390 MSRP | S $28,995 MSRP |
| 6 | EX $30,090 MSRP | XLE $29,560 MSRP |
| 7 | X-Line S $28,990 MSRP | XLE $31,010 MSRP |
| 8 | X-Line SX $32,790 MSRP | SE $30,315 MSRP |
| 9 | — | XSE $33,030 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Kia Seltos vs Toyota Corolla Cross FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Seltos vs 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross starts lower at $24,635. Live Kia Seltos listings start at $16,731. Live Toyota Corolla Cross listings start at $21,363.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,635).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads on horsepower in this comparison (196).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Kia Seltos vs 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Corolla Cross (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).