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2023 Kia Seltos
Crossover · 2021–2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2023
- Starting prices: +$600 to +$750 (5 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: 2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) → 2.0L 4-cylinder MPI (S, EX, LX)
- Touchscreen: 10.25 in → 8 in (S)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Wireless (S, SX, EX, Nightfall Edition)
- Android Auto: Wired → Wireless (S, SX, EX, Nightfall Edition)
2023 Seltos trims
| EX | LX | Nightfall Edition | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | $26,640 | $23,340 | $27,540 | from $23,390 | $28,840 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder MPI | 2.0L 4-cylinder MPI | 1.6L turbocharged GDI | 2.0L 4-cylinder MPI | 1.6L turbocharged GDI |
| Horsepower | 146 hp | 146 hp | 175 hp | 146 hp | 175 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission | Dual-Clutch Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission | Dual-Clutch Transmission |
| Gears | — | — | 7 | — | 7 |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | Awd | AWD / FWD | Awd |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 10.25 in | 8 in | 10.25 in | 8 in + option | 10.25 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 7 in |
| Audio | — | — | — | — | Bose |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | — | — | — | Qi |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | — | — | — | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | — | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Front | AWD: Front FWD: — | Front |
| Remote start | Key Fob Remote Start | — | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | — | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | — | — | — | — | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (29)
| EX | LX | Nightfall Edition | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigation Package $400 | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Sunroof Package $700 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Cross Bars $360 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fog Light Kit $300 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Lifestyle Hitch (Not Tow Capable) $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net (Floor) $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Cargo Mat with Seatback Protection $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $175 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats | Standard | — | Standard | — | Standard |
| Illuminated Door Sill Plates $325 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Light Kit $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cherry Black $345 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Clear White with Black Roof $345 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Ocean Blue | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Dark Ocean Blue with Black Roof | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Ocean Blue with White Roof $345 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gravity Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mars Orange | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Neptune Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snow White $345 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Starbright Yellow | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Starbright Yellow with Black Roof $345 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steel Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Other. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Seltos 2021–2025, Seltos 2024–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | KIA SELTOS HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SELTOS HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SELTOS SUV ICE AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SELTOS SUV ICE FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA SELTOS SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 | KIA SELTOS SUV N/A FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 4 |
| 2025 | Kia Seltos SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 | Kia Seltos SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | Kia Seltos SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 45 |
| 2024 | Kia Seltos SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 45 |
| 2023 | Kia Seltos SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 46 |
| 2023 | Kia Seltos SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 46 |
| 2022 | Kia Seltos SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 73 |
| 2022 | Kia Seltos SUV FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 73 |
| 2021 | Kia SELTOS SUV FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 372 |
| 2021 | Kia SELTOS SUV AWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 372 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–28 |
| 2027 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 30 |
| 2026 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–29 |
| 2025 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–29 |
| 2025 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2024 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2024 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2023 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
27–29 |
| 2023 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2022 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
27–29 |
| 2022 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
| 2021 | Seltos AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
27–29 |
| 2021 | Seltos FWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 31 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.