Kia vs. Tesla

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Kia and Tesla contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Kia and Tesla cars.

When comparing the Kia brand to the Tesla brand, Kia has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, retained value and variety of models offered. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency, towing capacity, safety and vehicle rankings.

Kia versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Kia has a lower used vehicle starting price in 3 out of 3 comparisons. Kia models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 3 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Kia, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Kia the overall advantage over Tesla.

Kia versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 3 out of 3 model comparisons. Tesla offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 3 out of 3 comparisons.

Kia versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Tesla has better safety ratings in 1 out of 3 comparisons. Kia and Tesla tie for safety in 2 comparisons. Kia shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 3 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Tesla has the better car ranking in 1 category: Model X in Safest Electric SUVs.

Available Body Styles: Kia offers 13 SUVs, 1 wagon, 4 sedans, 1 hatchback, and 1 minivan. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Kia offers 11 gasoline vehicles, 3 hybrids, 3 plug-in hybrids, and 3 electric vehicles. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.

Kia offers 12 all-wheel-drive models, 15 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.