2023 Kia Seltos Levels Guide
While the 2023 Kia Seltos may seem unnecessary in light of the company’s present lineup, it has successfully filled a gap. The Seltos is on the larger end of the subcompact SUV market, giving it more passenger space than vehicles like the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks.
The Seltos, which debuted as a completely redesigned vehicle in 2021, will look exactly the same in 2023. It has two engine options and front-wheel or all-wheel drive, depending on which of the five model levels you choose.
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Summary
All trims are offered with all-wheel drive while the base LX model is available with an optional front-wheel drive configuration. A 2.0L four-cylinder engine producing 146 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque is paired with a CVT in the all-wheel drive trims.
The Seltos may be smaller on the outside, but it has greater head and legroom for its passengers than its competitors. Heated front seats, smartphone integration, blind-spot and cross-traffic alert, tyre pressure monitoring, and a rearview camera are standard across all trims.
How is the 2023 Kia Seltos On the Road?
The top SX trim is expensive, but it has a turbocharged engine and a lot of extras, making it a smart pick. The transmission makes quick and easy shifts. This small SUV is a bit hesitant to get going from a stop, but it picks up speed rather quickly. It has one of the best accelerations in its class and can reach highway speeds in no time.
When the road curves, the Seltos becomes less striking. While the Seltos has fast steering and precise suspension settings, it nevertheless seems unduly nose-heavy and ill-suited to the task when driven with any degree of passion. Although well-made overall, the interior is devoid of any real substance and feels overly cheap due to the abundance of plastic used throughout.
Compare the Trims & Specs
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MSRP Pricing | $23,695 | $25,695 | $28,295 | $31,595 | $33,695
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Seat Features | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Seat Type | Cloth seats | Cloth seats | SOFINO leather seats (synthetic) | SOFINO leather seats (synthetic) | SOFINO leather seats (synthetic) |
Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Heated Seats | Front Only | Front Only | Front Only | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
Power Driver Seat |
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Power Passenger Seat |
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Interior | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Dashboard Info Display | 3.5" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster | 3.5" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster | 3.5" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster | 7" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster | 7" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster |
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| Heated, Leather Wrapped | Heated, Leather Wrapped | Heated, Leather Wrapped, Sport steering wheel (D-shaped) |
Head-Up Display |
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| Auto-dimming | Auto-dimming | Auto-dimming |
Automatic Climate Control | Air conditioning | Air conditioning | Automatic climate control | Automatic climate control | Automatic climate control |
Smart Key System w/ Push-to-Start |
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Infotainment | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Touch Screen Display | 8” Display audio | 8” Display audio | 8” Display audio | 10.25" multimedia interface | 10.25" multimedia interface |
Audio System | 6-speaker audio | 6-speaker audio | 6-speaker audio | 6-speaker audio | 6-speaker Bose premium sound system |
Apple CarPlay |
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USB Charging Ports |
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Integrated Remote Engine Start |
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Embedded Navigation System |
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Wireless Charging |
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Power | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Engine | 2.0L MPI (Multi Point Injection) | 2.0L MPI (Multi Point Injection) | 2.0L MPI (Multi Point Injection) | 2.0L MPI (Multi Point Injection) | 1.6L Turbo GDI (Gas Direct Injection) |
Transmission | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | 7-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Horsepower | 146 | 146 | 146 | 146 | 175 |
Towing Capacity | Not Recommended | Not Recommended | Not Recommended | Not Recommended | Not Recommended |
Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined) | 8.2/7.1/7.7 L/100km Regular | 8.2/7.1/7.7 L/100km Regular | 8.2/7.1/7.7 L/100km Regular | 8.2/7.1/7.7 L/100km Regular | 9.4/7.9/8.7 L/100km Regular |
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Safety Features | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Backup Camera |
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Anti-Collision System w/ Auto-Braking Capability |
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Lane Departure Alert |
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Dynamic Radar Cruise Control |
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Automatic High Beam |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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Blind Spot Monitor System w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
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| w/ Blind-spot Collision Avoidance Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist | w/ Blind-spot Collision Avoidance Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist | w/ Blind-spot Collision Avoidance Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist |
Parking Clearance System w/ Sonar Detection | Advanced forward collision-avoidance assist | Advanced forward collision-avoidance assist | |||
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Exterior | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Wheel Size | 16" alloy wheels | 17" alloy wheels | 17" alloy wheels | 17" alloy wheels | 18" alloy wheels |
Power Sunroof |
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Power Backdoor Open/Close |
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Side Mirrors Features | Heated, Power Adjustable | Heated, Power Adjustable | Heated, Power Adjustable | Heated, Power Adjustable | Heated, Power Adjustable |
Window Wiper Features |
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Roof Rail |
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Light System | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Headlights | Halogen bi-function projection headlights | Halogen bi-function projection headlights | Halogen bi-function projection headlights | LED headlights | LED headlights |
Core Light systems | LED Daytime Running Lights, Projection Fog Lights | LED Daytime Running Lights, Projection Fog Lights | LED Daytime Running Lights, Projection Fog Lights | LED Daytime Running Lights, LED Fog Lights | LED Daytime Running Lights, LED Fog Lights |
Other Notable Features | LED high mount stop lamp | LED high mount stop lamp | LED high mount stop lamp, LED taillights | LED high mount stop lamp, LED taillights | LED high mount stop lamp, LED taillights |
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Dimensions | LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX Turbo
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Length | 4,370 mm (172 in.) | 4,370 mm (172 in.) | 4,370 mm (172 in.) | 4,370 mm (172 in.) | 4,370 mm (172 in.) |
Width | 1,800 mm (70.9 in.) | 1,800 mm (70.9 in.) | 1,800 mm (70.9 in.) | 1,800 mm (70.9 in.) | 1,800 mm (70.9 in.) |
Height | 1,625 mm (63.9 in.) | 1,630 mm (64.1 in.) | 1,630 mm (64.1 in.) | 1,630 mm (64.1 in.) | 1,630 mm (64.1 in.) |
Ground Clearance | 180 mm (7 in.) | 185 mm (7.3 in.) | 185 mm (7.3 in.) | 185 mm (7.3 in.) | 185 mm (7.3 in.) |
