2023 Kia Seltos

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2023 Kia Seltos

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2023 Kia Seltos

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.

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.

2023 Kia Seltos

Compare the Trims & Specs

	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
	2023 Kia Seltos	2023 Kia Seltos	2023 Kia Seltos	2023 Kia Seltos	2023 Kia Seltos
Last Full Redesign
MSRP Pricing	$23,695	$25,695	$28,295	$31,595	$33,695




Seat Features	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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	✖	✖	✖	Power Driver Seat	Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat	✖	✖	✖	Power Passenger Seat	Power Passenger Seat
Ventilated Front Seats	✖	✖	✖	✔	✔
Driver Seat Memory System	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖
Other Notable Features

Interior	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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
Steering Wheel Features	✖	✖	Heated, Leather Wrapped	Heated, Leather Wrapped	Heated, Leather Wrapped, Sport steering wheel (D-shaped)
Head-Up Display	✖	✖	✖	✖	✔
Rear View Mirror Features	✖	✖	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	✖	✖	✔	✔	✔
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Other Notable Features

Infotainment	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Android Auto	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
USB Charging Ports	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Integrated Remote Engine Start	✖	✖	✔	✔	✔
Embedded Navigation System	✖	✖	✖	✔	✔
Wireless Charging	✖	✖	✖	✖	✔
Other Notable Features

Power	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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
Special Drive Modes	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖
Other Notable Features

Safety Features	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
Backup Camera	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Anti-Collision System w/ Auto-Braking Capability	✖	✖	✔	✔	✔
Lane Departure Alert	✖	✖	✔	✔	✔
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Automatic High Beam	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Blind Spot Monitor System w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✔	✔	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
Other Notable Features

Exterior	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
Wheel Size	16" alloy wheels	17" alloy wheels	17" alloy wheels	17" alloy wheels	18" alloy wheels
Power Sunroof			✔	✔	✔
Power Backdoor Open/Close	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖
Side Mirrors Features	Heated, Power Adjustable	Heated, Power Adjustable	Heated, Power Adjustable	Heated, Power Adjustable	Heated, Power Adjustable
Window Wiper Features	✖	✖	✖	✖	Rain sensing wipers
Roof Rail	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Temporary Spare Tire	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖
Other Notable Features

Light System	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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

Dimensions	LX FWD	LX	EX	EX Premium	SX Turbo
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.)

2023 Kia Seltos

Reviews About this Vehicle

2023 Kia Seltos Online Reviews

⭐ Rated 7.6/10 by edmunds.com:

The Kia Seltos is stylish, roomy, and available with plenty of the latest technology and safety features. It's rather quick, too, as long as you get the optional turbocharged engine. Comfort is lacking, however, and it's not a particularly fun SUV to drive. But overall the Seltos is worth a look along with other popular models such as the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona and Mazda CX-30.

⭐ Review by kbb.com:

The Kia Seltos is a practical and stylish choice in subcompact SUVs. It offers unique styling that’s sleek and refined with a hint of ruggedness. This is a versatile SUV with a roomy interior for its small size, impressive Kia tech features, and excellent safety scores. All-wheel drive comes standard on most trims, which is a nice bonus.

⭐ Rated 8.2/10 by usnews.com:

The 2023 Kia Seltos is a great option if you're shopping for a subcompact SUV. Despite its small outward appearance, the Seltos boasts a tremendous amount of interior space for passengers and cargo. The cabin has an upscale look and feel, and occupants are treated to comfy seats, a user-friendly infotainment system and a host of standard safety features. The Seltos also rides and handles nicely, and Kia backs it with a lengthy warranty.

If there is a hitch, it's that the Seltos' available dual-clutch transmission has a tendency to shudder at low speeds. We suggest sticking with the base engine and its smoother continuously variable automatic (CVT) even though this setup isn't as powerful.

⭐ Rated 8.9/10 by motortrend.com:

Despite its striking exterior, we have some gripes with the interior. Although the design is clean, Kia was a little too liberal with its use of hard plastics for our tastes. Otherwise, the interior is roomy and the seating is comfortable. Additionally, Kia offers plenty of tech to keep occupants connected and entertained. Offering FWD and AWD variants, the 2023 Seltos is a solid entry in the highly competitive subcompact crossover segment. We like it so much that we recommend compact shoppers take a look as well.

⭐ Review by autoblog.com:

The S Turbo and SX Turbo have a 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-four that pumps out 175 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. That's an amount consistent with bigger, pricier crossovers, and with less weight to lug around, it's consequently quicker.