Hyundai vs Kia — which to choose?
Detailed comparison based on 1079 real listings in Latvia
📊 Key Metrics
| Metric | Hyundai | Kia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listings | 650 | 429 | ✓ Hyundai — more listings |
| Average Price | €9275 | €11 747 | ✓ Hyundai — cheaper |
| Median Price | €6270 | €9200 | ✓ Hyundai — cheaper |
| Price Range | €350 – €59 990 | €500 – €59 770 | |
| Average Year | 2014 | 2016 | ✓ Kia — newer |
| Average Mileage | 197 900 km | 172 714 km | ✓ Kia — less mileage |
⛽ Fuel Type
Hyundai
Diesel55% (351)
Petrol33% (212)
Hybrid6% (41)
Gas/LPG3% (19)
Apvidus1% (9)
Hečbeks1% (6)
Universāls0% (1)
Minivens0% (1)
Sedans0% (1)
Electric0% (1)
Kia
Diesel59% (247)
Petrol32% (133)
Hybrid7% (29)
Gas/LPG2% (9)
Apvidus1% (3)
Hečbeks0% (1)
⚙️ Transmission
Hyundai
Automatic32%
Manual23%
Automatic12%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi7%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi7%
Manuāla6%
Automāts 7 ātrumi5%
Automāts 6 ātrumi4%
Automāts 5 ātrumi1%
Automāts 8 ātrumi1%
Pelēka metālika1%
Pelēka 0%
Balta 0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Zila metālika0%
Tumši sarkana metālika0%
Zaļa 0%
Brūna 0%
Gaiši zila 0%
Sarkana 0%
Melna 0%
Automāts 10 ātrumi0%
Kia
Automatic34%
Manual26%
Automatic12%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi10%
Manuāla5%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi5%
Automāts 7 ātrumi3%
Automāts 6 ātrumi2%
Automāts 5 ātrumi1%
Automāts 4 ātrumi0%
Pelēka 0%
Zila metālika0%
Automāts 8 ātrumi0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Melna 0%
🏆 Popular Models
Hyundai
💰 Price Distribution
| Range | Hyundai | Kia |
|---|---|---|
| < €3,000 | 23% (148) | 17% (72) |
| €3,000–5,000 | 21% (135) | 13% (55) |
| €5,000–10,000 | 22% (145) | 24% (104) |
| €10,000–20,000 | 23% (152) | 31% (135) |
| €20,000–35,000 | 10% (62) | 12% (50) |
| €35,000+ | 1% (8) | 3% (13) |
🎯 Verdict
Hyundai wins on: cheaper, more listings. Kia excels in: newer, less mileage. Both brands are excellent choices — the final decision depends on your budget and needs.
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Open comparison tool →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
▶Which is cheaper — Hyundai or Kia?
By average price in Latvia, Hyundai is cheaper at €9275, compared to €11 747 for Kia.
▶Hyundai or Kia — which is more reliable?
Both brands offer reliable models. Hyundai average mileage is 197 900 km, Kia — 172 714 km. Lower mileage may indicate better condition.
▶How many Hyundai and Kia listings are there in Latvia?
Currently there are 650 Hyundai and 429 Kia listings in Latvia.
▶Which car is better for families — Hyundai or Kia?
Both brands have great family models. Hyundai top models: Santa Fe, Tucson, I30. Kia: Sportage, Ceed, Sorento.
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