Seltos starts $24,190 lower. ES wins efficiency by 2.3 L/100 km. Seltos gives you 1,384 L more cargo room. ES reaches 7 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
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Full spec sheet
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$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
$26,095
LX FWD
$59,364
12 tracked trims
$32,912
6 tracked trims
| Metric | Lexus ES | Kia Seltos | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature | $26,095 LX FWD | $24,190 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $59,364 12 tracked trims | $32,912 6 tracked trims | $26,452 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 5.3 L/100 km ES 300h Premium | 7.6 L/100 km LX FWD | 2.3 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 394 L Best published cargo figure | 1,778 L Best published cargo figure | 1,384 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | — Not published | No data |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 6 features ES 300h F SPORT DESIGN at $57,851 | 3 features EX at $31,195 | +3 features |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 7 features ES 300h Ultra Luxury at $66,819 | 6 features X-Line at $40,095 | +1 feature |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 4 yr / 80,000 km for Lexus ES, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Kia Seltos.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Off-Road
Hardware that changes what the vehicle can do off pavement or under load.
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Doesn’t reach it
$28,095
LX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17 Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Power Moonroof & Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof
$31,195
EX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17 Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Power Moonroof & Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof
$31,195
EX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof
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Doesn’t reach it
$37,495
SX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6T-GDI 4-cylinder engine; Drive Mode Select; All-Wheel Drive; 18" alloy wheels; LED DRL & Positioning Lights; Projection fog lights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Bose premium sound system; Head-up display (HUD) system; Power Liftgate; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof
$53,964
ES 350 Premium
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Power Folding Mirrors; Memory Mirrors Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Lexus Driver Memory System; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof
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Doesn’t reach it
Off-Road
Hardware that changes what the vehicle can do off pavement or under load.
| Equipment | Lexus ES | Kia Seltos | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Locking differentialExpanded Only Seltos reaches locking differential. | — Doesn’t reach it | $28,095 LX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats | Right only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Lexus ES | Kia Seltos | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Seltos unlocks it $19,090 sooner. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17 Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Power Moonroof & Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof | $31,195 EX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof | Right sooner |
Premium upholsteryExpanded Seltos unlocks it $19,090 sooner. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17 Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Power Moonroof & Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof | $31,195 EX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 2.0L MPI 4-cylinder engine; Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission); Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; All-Wheel Drive; Locking Differential Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof | Right sooner |
Premium audioExpanded Only Seltos reaches premium audio. | — Doesn’t reach it | $37,495 SX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6T-GDI 4-cylinder engine; Drive Mode Select; All-Wheel Drive; 18" alloy wheels; LED DRL & Positioning Lights; Projection fog lights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Bose premium sound system; Head-up display (HUD) system; Power Liftgate; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Sofino Leather Seats; Sunroof | Right only |
Seat memoryExpanded Only ES reaches seat memory. | $53,964 ES 350 Premium Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Power Folding Mirrors; Memory Mirrors Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, ventilatedFrontSeats, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 8-way Power Adjustable Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Leather Wrapped Shift Knob; Synthetic Leather Console Box Lid; Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Lexus Driver Memory System; Ventilated Front Seats; Wireless Android Auto Compatability; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability; Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Reasons to pick Lexus ES
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ES 250 AWD Signature
LX FWD
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus ES | ES 250 AWD Signature | $50,285 | 8.4 L/100 km | 6 |
| Kia Seltos | LX FWD | $26,095 | 7.6 L/100 km | 2 |