Variety is the presence of multiple distinct types within a category, offering a selection or assortment. Diversity refers to the inclusion and representation of different groups, especially culturally, racially, or socially, creating a mosaic of experiences and perspectives.

Diversity kind of implies a lot of different things or people. But variety can be seen as different kinds of the same thing or different kinds of things within the same category. Like that basket has a variety of fruit such as applies, tangerines and bananas. However, you wouldn't call that diverse.