![]() ![]() Sure some the plasticsĪre a little unrefined and there’s some parts-bin sharing going on to keepĭevelopment costs low, but the latter is true even of some premium While remaining on target in terms of price and utility. The Seltos is the latest example of how Kia’s ability to blend desirableįeatures, comfort, quality and a skosh of driving engagement into a single package System that warns passengers of oncoming vehicles before they open the Seltos’ There’s also an innovative safe exit assist ![]() Top trims come with adaptive cruise control, forward collisionĪvoidance with cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-trafficĪlerts and highway driving assist. System, forward collision alerts with vehicle and pedestrian detection, laneĭeparture alerts, lane following, lane keeping and high beam assist as standardĮquipment. All but the base LX trim get a driver attention warning Here, as most Seltos models come standard with a host of advanced driver aidsĪnd safety systems. The instrument panel has an asymmetrical design that skews toward the driver and the seating accommodations are deceivingly spacious. Images pop with bright colors and sharp resolution, which makes the system easy In such a small vehicle, the large touchscreen dominates the dash,Īnd Kia’s excellent UVO infotainment software complements it. Standard, but it’s the available 10.25-inch touchscreen that is the real ![]() An eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system is Space to good use in the Seltos by packing it with upscale tech andĬlass-competitive materials. Kids that ride in large, rear-facing car seats and even full-size front-facing seats may end up in a struggle for space with backrests for the front-seat passengers, but this is really only a problem is the person in front is over six feet tall. Parents will find that the large rear door openings and easy-going ride height make it easy to lift children into and out of their seats. The back seats offer 38.4 inches of headroom and 38 inches of legroom, which can accommodate most adults and large child seats comfortably in most cases. Lowering the second row opens up 62.8 cubic feet of space, impressive when you consider the slightly larger Kia Sedona offers only 60.1 cubic feet. The 26.6 cubic feet of cargo hold behind the rear seats easily store a week’s groceries and Target purchases for a family of four, which is a surprisingly high bar for a vehicle in the Seltos’ segment. It’s comfortable and usable in any trim level and possesses a deceptively large interior. Kia and Hyundai have mastered the art of building compelling small crossovers, and the Seltos is an excellent example of that mastery. Fold the second-row flat and you’ve got 62.8 cubic feet of area to stuff full of groceries, antiques or adventure gear. On twisty roads, but that same planted, comfortable ride quality remains Open road, smart suspension tuning lets a tiny bit of fun sneak into the drive It takes quite a bit to unsettle the Seltos, and the ride remains comfortableĮven with the larger wheels that are available on higher trim levels. Roads, it maintains composure and handles all but the worst imperfections withĮase. Around town, especially in areas with rough Turbocharged Seltos models feel quick and lively, and make the daily commute aīig in terms of adaptability. ![]() Though they won’t be winning any drag races, Transmission sharpens once things get rolling, and the Seltos offers sharp While sometimes clunky at low speeds, the Models benefit significantly from the more powerful turbocharged engine and theĭual-clutch transmission. With a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and standard all-wheel drive. The S Turbo and SX Turbo trims get a turbochargedġ.6-liter engine rated at 175 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque that mates It’s paired with a CVT (continuously variable transmission) and a choice ofįront or all-wheel drive. Offer for the Seltos line: The LX, S and EX trims come with a 2.0-literįour-cylinder engine that makes 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. New for the 2021 model year the Kia SeltosĬomes in five trims: LX, S, EX, S Turbo and SX Turbo. New for 2021, the Kia Seltos slots between Soul and Sportage. Intended to attract younger, bold, next-generation buyers looking to enter theĬrossover world, the Seltos is available with upscale features and hasĮxcellent build quality. Smaller crossover offerings, the Seltos borrows its looks and many desirableįeatures from the brand’s smash-hit Telluride SUV. Handling characteristics, and plenty of storage space. Seltos is a four-door subcompact crossover that has a grown-up style, engaging ![]()
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