2026 Kia Seltos LX
2026 Kia Seltos LX
Pricing
Base MSRP$23,790
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 (Hydraulic Lash Adjuster) 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
Payload1,032 (FWD) / 1,103 (AWD)
Curb Weight2937 (FWD) / 3109 (AWD)
GVWR3969 (FWD) / 4212 (AWD)
Dimensions
Exterior Length172.6 in
Exterior Width70.9 in
Exterior Height63.6 (no roof rails)
Wheelbase103.5 in
Front Track63.1 in
Rear Track63.4 in
Turning Diameter34.8 ft
Ground Clearance7.5 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 Headroom40.0 in
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, dark gray finish
TiresP215/55R17
AWD / Drive SystemFWD standard, AWD optional (+$1,200)
Interior & Comfort
Seating MaterialCloth
Driver Seat6-way manual adjustable
Front Passenger Seat4-way manual adjustable
2nd Row Seating60/40 split-folding rear seats with 2-way recline
Steering WheelPolyurethane 3-spoke
Climate ControlManual air conditioning
12V / USB Outlets12V outlet (x1) + front USB connection (x1) + rear USB charger (x2)
Technology & Entertainment
Infotainment8in touchscreen audio display (DA 2.0) — AM/FM, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition
Screen Size8 in
Apple CarPlay / Android AutoStandard (wired)
Phone ConnectivityBluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition; Bluetooth Multi-connection (2 devices)
Audio System6-speaker + 2 tweeters
Steering Wheel Audio ControlsStandard (steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls)
Driver Display4.2in TFT LCD cluster with rheostat
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)
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, electric adjustable (manual-fold; no heated/turn-signal integration on LX)
GrilleBlack
Rear SpoilerStandard (rear spoiler with LED high mounted stop light)
AntennaStandard (Shark Fin Antenna)
Body MaterialSteel Unibody
Warranty
Basic5-year / 60,000-mile
Powertrain10-year / 100,000-mile
Corrosion5-year / 100,000-mile
Roadside Assistance5-year / 60,000-mile
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