Kia Seltos
2021–2027. The $23,790 to $31,490 SUV, from 147 to 190 hp.
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The cleanest years.
Recall campaigns on file, by model year.
2 campaigns. Top item: engine and engine cooling, engine, hard parts internal/mechanical.
A campaign that covers several model years counts in each of them here, and once in the total of 4. Newer years have had less time to collect campaigns.
Four trims.
2026 prices. Tap one to open its page.
- LX147 hp · 31 mpg$23,790base
- S147 hp · 31 mpg$25,490+$1,700
- EX147 hp · 31 mpg$26,490+$2,700
- SX190 hp · 25 mpg$31,490+$7,700
MSRP as published for the 2026 model year, before destination, taxes and dealer fees.
Recalls from NHTSA
4 recall campaigns on file.
Every one is repaired free at any franchised dealer.
- Feb 17, 20252021–2023
Engine and engine cooling · engine · hard parts internal/mechanical
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may…
- Dec 22, 20232024
Air bags
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles. Due to a manufacturing…
- Jul 31, 20232023–2024
Power train · automatic transmission · fluid/lubricant · pump
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The…
- Apr 13, 20212021
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu…
What it costs to keep.
Factory coverage on a 2026 Seltos, then the quotes.
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People also ask.
What engine and drivetrain does the 2026 Kia Seltos SX have?
The 2026 Kia Seltos SX has a 190-hp 1.6L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. This powertrain gives the SX more horsepower than the 147-hp LX, S and EX trims.
What is the Kia Seltos SX fuel economy?
The 2026 Kia Seltos SX delivers an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined. Its configuration uses a 190-hp turbocharged engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
What interior and technology features are standard on the Seltos SX?
Standard features include leatherette upholstery, heated front seats, a 10.3-inch infotainment display, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless charging and Bose audio with 8 speakers. The driver also gets an 8-way power seat with power-adjustable lumbar support.
How many people and how much cargo can the Seltos SX carry?
The 2026 Kia Seltos SX seats 5 and has 26.6 cu ft of cargo capacity. Its rear seating includes a split-folding seatback, reclining rear seats and a folding center armrest.
What warranty comes with the 2026 Kia Seltos SX?
The powertrain warranty covers 120 months or 100,000 miles. Basic and roadside coverage each span 60 months or 60,000 miles, while rust coverage spans 60 months or 100,000 miles.