Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 146-195 hp | 132-195 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2024 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $24,690, MSRP range: $24,690 - $31,190, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for LX trim to SX trim., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 6/10/2026 | Trim: LX | USD | $24,690 | $24,690 - $31,190 | 0.9 | MSRP for LX trim to SX trim. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 6/10/2026 | LX |
| 2024 | — | Trim: LX | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LX |
| 2023 | — | Trim: SX | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SX |
| 2022 | — | Trim: S FWD, S AWD, Nightfall Edition | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S FWD, S AWD, Nightfall Edition |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | Keyless ignition | Seat rows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 447 | 15.3 | Keyless ignition: Standard | Standard | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | Standard | — |
| 2023 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | Standard | 2 |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | Standard | 2 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveCruiseControl | laneCenteringAssist | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2026 KIA SELTOS SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Kia Seltos SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Kia Seltos SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Kia Seltos SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Kia Seltos SUV AWD | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Kia SELTOS SUV FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Kia Seltos presents a compelling package with excellent safety ratings and a strong public reliability verdict.
2025
The 2025 Kia Seltos presents a solid used-car proposition with excellent safety ratings and no reported recalls or complaints.
2024
The 2024 Kia Seltos offers good safety ratings and decent fuel economy, but early recalls on critical systems warrant careful inspection.
2023
The 2023 Kia Seltos offers a practical package with good safety scores and decent fuel economy.
2022
The 2022 Kia Seltos offers a compelling package, but a critical engine defect identified via recall warrants thorough inspection.
2021
The 2021 Kia Seltos presents a mixed reliability picture.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Kia Seltos?
Carfocal currently has 6 published Seltos reports, covering 2021 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Kia Seltos presents a compelling package with excellent safety ratings and a strong public reliability verdict.
Published year coverage: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Kia Seltos reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Kia Seltos. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 kia seltos presents a compelling package with excellent safety ratings and a strong public reliability verdict. and the 2026 kia seltos offers good value for used car shoppers prioritizing safety and reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Kia Seltos?
Across Carfocal's published Seltos guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads, Battery, and Engine Air Filter. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads, Battery, and Engine Air Filter.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints