2026 Kia Seltos EX
2026 Kia Seltos EX
Pricing
Base MSRP$26,490
Destination Fee$1,495
Powertrain & Performance
Engine2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder
Displacement2.0 (1,999cc)
Cylinder ConfigurationInline-4
Horsepower147 hp
Horsepower Peak RPM147 @ 6,200 rpm
Torque132 lb-ft
Torque Peak RPM132 @ 4,500 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve, HLA DOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-Port Injection (MPI)
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Fuel Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Transmission & Drivetrain
TransmissionIntelligent Variable Transmission (IVT/CVT)
Transmission SpeedsContinuously Variable
Gear RatiosCVT (continuously variable, no fixed ratios)
Final Drive Ratio6.052:1
Drive TypeFWD / AWD (trim-dependent, see AWD / Drive System)
Electrified Powertrain
Powertrain TypeICE
Fuel Economy
City28 (FWD) / 27 (AWD)
Highway34 (FWD) / 31 (AWD)
Combined31 (FWD) / 29 (AWD)
Capability & Weights
Payload999 (FWD) / 1,026 (AWD)
Curb Weight2970 (FWD) / 3186 (AWD)
GVWR3969 (FWD) / 4212 (AWD)
Dimensions
Exterior Length172.6 in
Exterior Width70.9 in
Exterior Height63.6 (no roof rails) / 64.2 (with roof rails)
Wheelbase103.5 in
Front Track62.6 in
Rear Track63.0 in
Turning Diameter34.8 ft
Ground Clearance7.9 in
Interior Room
Passenger Volume53.2 (front row) / 46.4 (rear row)
Cargo Volume (behind last row)26.6 cu ft
Maximum Cargo Volume62.8 cu ft
Seating Capacity5
Front Headroom38.5 (w/ optional sunroof) / 40.0 (without)
Rear Headroom38.4 in
Front Legroom41.4 in
Rear Legroom38.0 in
Front Shoulder Room55.5 in
Rear Shoulder Room54.9 in
Front Hip Room53.0 in
Rear Hip Room48.8 in
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA); Multi-link optional w/ AWD
SteeringMotor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), 12.8:1 ratio, 2.5 turns lock-to-lock
BrakesVentilated disc (front) / solid disc (rear); single 10.5in brake booster
Wheels17in alloy, machine finish (gloss black optional)
TiresP215/55R17
AWD / Drive SystemFWD standard, AWD optional (+$2,200)
Interior & Comfort
Seating MaterialSynTex (artificial leather)
Driver Seat10-way power adjustable w/ lumbar support
Front Passenger Seat4-way manual adjustable
2nd Row Seating60/40 split-folding rear seats with 2-way recline, rear passenger seatback pocket
Heated SeatsStandard (3-level, front)
Steering WheelLeather-wrapped 3-spoke
Climate ControlSingle-zone automatic w/ auto defog + rear vent
Remote StartStandard (via Smart Key remote start button)
Power Liftgate/TailgateOptional (Smart power liftgate)
12V / USB Outlets12V outlet (x1) + front USB charger (x2) + rear USB charger (x2) + wireless charging pad (standard)
Sunroof / MoonroofOptional (part of EX Sunroof Package)
Wireless Phone ChargingStandard
Technology & Entertainment
Infotainment10.25in touchscreen navigation display (AVN 5 Wide) — AM/FM, Satellite Radio, Kia Connect telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition
Screen Size10.25 in
NavigationStandard
Apple CarPlay / Android AutoStandard (wired)
Phone ConnectivityBluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition; Bluetooth Multi-connection (2 devices)
Kia Connect / Connected ServicesStandard (Kia Connect telematics)
Audio System6-speaker + 2 tweeters
Steering Wheel Audio ControlsStandard (steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls)
Driver Display10.25in TFT LCD supervision cluster
Safety & Driver Assistance (Kia Drive Wise)
AirbagsDual front advanced airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; full-length side curtain airbags; front thorax and pelvis airbags
ABSStandard
Stability ControlStandard (Electronic Stability Control)
Traction ControlStandard (integrated w/ ESC)
Blind-Spot Collision-AvoidanceStandard (BCW)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-AvoidanceStandard (RCCA)
Forward Collision-Avoidance (FCA)Standard (with car, pedestrian, cyclist detection)
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard (part of FCA)
Lane Departure WarningStandard (LDWS)
Lane Keeping / Lane Following AssistStandard (LKAS with active steering, LFA)
Backup Camera / Surround View MonitorStandard (rear-view camera)
Tire Pressure MonitorStandard (TPMS High Line)
Brake AssistStandard (part of ABS/ESC suite)
Security SystemRemote keyless entry with burglar alarm, panic button and immobilizer
Exterior & Lighting
HeadlightsBi-function projector halogen
Daytime Running LightsLED Daytime Running Light (S, EX, SX); Halogen positioning lamp (LX only)
Brake LightsLED High Mounted Stop Lamp
MirrorsBody-color, heated w/ integrated LED turn signals
GrilleGloss Black
Rear SpoilerStandard (rear spoiler with LED high mounted stop light)
AntennaStandard (Shark Fin Antenna)
Body MaterialSteel Unibody
Skid Plates / CladdingStandard (silver front/rear skid plates, molded in color)
Warranty
Basic5-year / 60,000-mile
Powertrain10-year / 100,000-mile
Corrosion5-year / 100,000-mile
Roadside Assistance5-year / 60,000-mile
Packages & Options
Package 1EX Sunroof Package
Package 1 — IncludesPower sunroof; 17in gloss black alloy wheels ($800)
Package 2Gentle Brown Interior Color Package
Package 2 — IncludesGentle Brown interior color ($0, requires EX Sunroof Package)
Other Available OptionsEX Sunroof Package (+$800); Gentle Brown Interior Color Pkg ($0, requires Sunroof Pkg); exterior color choices +$395
Available Colors
Exterior ColorsFusion Black, Snow White Pearl, Pluton Blue, Clear White (colors vary by trim; some require Glossy Black Door Garnish Pkg
Interior ColorsBlack (standard); Gentle Brown available on EX with Gentle Brown Interior Color Package