2027 Kia Seltos Review | Auburn Hills, MI

Whether you’re embarking on commutes, shopping runs, or weekend trips, the 2027 Kia Seltos elevates every drive. This modern compact SUV features ample interior room, the latest infotainment technology, and sophisticated safety features for added confidence. Continue reading this 2027 Kia Seltos review created by the team at Summit Place Kia and learn about key features, performance specs, and exterior color options. For more information, visit our Seltos trims guide, which shows each model’s standard features in detail.

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2027 Kia Seltos Exterior Driving Fast On Highway

2027 Kia Seltos Engines & Performance

Under the hood of the 2027 Kia Seltos, you’ll find one of two energetic and efficient engine options. The standard 2.0L inline four-cylinder (I4) engine produces 147 horsepower, utilizes an intelligent variable transmission (IVT), and is available with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). Turbocharged power is available through the 1.6L turbo I4 engine, which makes 190 horsepower, is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and features AWD. The 2.0L I4 engine offers up to 33 highway MPG while the 1.6L turbocharged I4 engine can achieve up to 30 highway MPG.

View the following performance specifications.

Engine 2.0L I4 1.6L turbocharged I4
Horsepower 147 HP 190 HP
Torque 132 lb.-ft. 195 lb.-ft.
Transmission IVT Eight-speed automatic
Drivetrain FWD / AWD AWD
MPG (City/Hwy) 28 / 33 24 / 30

2027 Kia Seltos Exterior Design

Bold, sporty styling helps the 2027 Kia Seltos exterior stand out on any drive. Exterior LED lighting and 16-inch alloy wheels come standard. On higher trim levels, LED wide projector headlights provide broad light with a modern look, additional 18- or 19-inch wheel designs turn heads, and a smart power liftgate enhances cargo area accessibility. The X-Line S and X-Line SX trims bring sleek, eye-catching flair in the form of gloss black exterior accents, sure to turn heads.

Standard exterior features:

  • 16-in. alloy wheels
  • Automatic LED headlights
  • LED daytime running lights and positioning lights
  • Power-adjustable side view mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Rear roof spoiler

Exterior features included on higher trim levels:

  • 18- or 19-in. wheels
  • LED wide projector headlights
  • LED fog lights and combination taillights
  • Heated side view mirrors
  • Auto extending exterior door handles
  • Gloss black exterior accents
  • Smart power liftgate

2027 Kia Seltos Interior Design

Premium amenities and practical design elevate every drive inside the 2027 Kia Seltos. Cloth seat upholstery, a dual-level cargo floor, and Smart Key accessibility come standard. Higher trims feature SynTex seat upholstery, heated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof with power tilt/sliding capability. Further enhance your comfort with optional ventilated front seats and driver's seat memory.

Standard interior features:

  • Cloth seat upholstery
  • Six-way manual front seats
  • 60/40 split-folding and reclining rear bench seat
  • SynTex-wrapped steering wheel
  • LED interior lighting
  • Dual-level cargo floor
  • Smart Key
  • Push-button start

Interior features included on higher trim levels:

  • Panoramic sunroof with power tilt/sliding
  • SynTex seat upholstery
  • 12-way power driver's seat with four-way power lumbar
  • Heated front seats
  • Dual-zone auto climate control with auto de-fog system and 5-in. climate display
  • Rear climate vents
  • Heated, SynTex-wrapped steering wheel
  • LED reading light

Optional interior features:

  • Driver's seat memory
  • Ventilated front seats
2027 Kia Seltos Interior Seating Side View

2027 Kia Seltos Seating & Cargo Capacity

Find respectable cargo and passenger room inside the two-row 2027 Kia Seltos. With two front bucket seats and a rear 60/40 split-folding bench seat, the Seltos can seat up to five passengers. When it comes to stretching space, the Kia Seltos features 41.4 inches front and 39 inches of rear legroom, and up to 40.5 inches of front and 38.9 inches of rear headroom. Behind the rear row, the Seltos offers 27.8 cubic feet of cargo volume, and you can fold down the rear seat for a maximum cargo volume of 64.2 cubic feet.

View the following interior specifications.

  • Passenger Capacity: Five
  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 40.5 / 38.9 in.
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.4 / 39 in.
  • Cargo Volume Behind Rear Row: 27.8 cu. ft.
  • Max. Cargo Volume: 64.2 cu. ft.

2027 Kia Seltos Technology

Stay connected on your travels with intuitive technology at your fingertips inside the 2027 Kia Seltos. The standard 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen display features wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Bluetooth®, and Kia Connect services for convenient smartphone connectivity and integration. Higher trim levels add a convenient wireless phone charger. A six-speaker audio system is standard, while an eight-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system is available through package options.

Standard technology features:

  • 12.3-in. instrument cluster display with 4.2-in. display
  • 12.3-in. infotainment touchscreen display
  • Six-speaker audio system
  • Bluetooth
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
  • Kia Connect services capability
  • Front and rear USB-C ports
  • 12V power port

Technology features included on higher trim levels:

  • Wireless phone charger

Optional technology features:

  • Harman Kardon premium audio system with eight speakers
  • Navigation
2027 Kia Seltos Interior Dashboard
2027 Kia Seltos Interior Driver Display

2027 Kia Seltos Driver Assist & Safety Features

Gain new confidence with the suite of sophisticated driver assistance features inside the 2027 Kia Seltos. Essential safety features come standard, such as a rearview monitor, a collision avoidance system, and a lane management system. More advanced features enhance higher trim levels, including blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist. There are several specialized safety features available through packages, like the Highway Driving Assist system for extended drives and a 360-degree surround view monitor for enhanced camera angles.

Standard safety features:

  • Rearview monitor
  • Driver attention warning with leading vehicle departure alert
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 1.5 with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection
  • Smart Cruise Control 2 with lane centering
  • High beam assist
  • Front and rear park distance warning
  • Intelligent speed limit warning
  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane Following Assist 2 with lane centering
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Hands-on detection
  • Rear occupant alert
  • Trailer stability assist

Safety features included on higher trim levels:

  • Blind spot collision avoidance assist
  • Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist
  • Safe exit warning

Optional safety features:

  • Blind spot and 360-degree surround view monitor
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • Navigation-based smart cruise control
  • Front, rear, and side parking sensors
  • Rear parking collision avoidance assist

2027 Kia Seltos Colors Available

  • Aurora Black Pearl
  • Snow White Pearl
  • Ivory Silver
  • Interstellar Gray
  • Pale Gray
  • Frost Blue
  • Iceberg Green
  • Terrain Brown
  • Magma Red Matte
  • Snow White Pearl / Black
  • Frost Blue / Black
  • Terrain Brown / Black

2027 Kia Seltos Trims Available

  • LX $26,485*
  • S $27,885*
  • EX $29,885*
  • X-Line S $30,485*
  • X-Line SX $34,285*
*Starting MSRP

2026 Kia Seltos Model Review | Auburn Hills, MI

Discover innovative technologies and an enjoyable interior with the 2026 Kia Seltos compact SUV. Complete with two different engine options, a full selection of modern infotainment features, and eye-catching exterior colors, the Seltos offers chic style and plenty of substance for wherever your busiest days take you. Learn more about the key features and specs available with the Seltos using this model review created by the team at Summit Place Kia in Auburn Hills, MI. 

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2026 Kia Seltos Interior Design & Cargo Space

Crafted with versatility and enjoyment in mind, the 2026 Kia Seltos offers the interior design you need to make the most of your active lifestyle. Seat up to five with two rows of seating, which are upholstered in woven cloth, SynTex and cloth, or solid SynTex materials. To help you and your co-pilot stay comfortable, the Seltos is available with heated and ventilated front seats. With the rear seats folded down, the Seltos offers up to 62.8 cubic feet of cargo space. 

Available interior features include:

  • Woven cloth, SynTex and cloth, or SynTex seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver's seat with two-way power lumbar
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • 60/40-split folding and reclining rear seats
  • Automatic climate control with auto defog system
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob
  • LED interior lighting
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Dual-level cargo floor
  • Rear cargo cover
  • Power sunroof

Interior specs include:

  • Max. seating: Five
  • Max. cargo Space (rear seats folded): 62.8 cu.-ft.
  • Cargo space (behind rear seats): 26.2 cu.-ft.
  • Legroom (front/rear): 41.4 / 38 in.

2026 Kia Seltos Engine Specs

Choose your ideal level of power and efficiency with two engine options for the 2026 Kia Seltos. Opt for efficiency with the standard 2.0L inline four-cylinder (I4) engine paired with an intelligent variable transmission that delivers 28 city and 32 highway MPG. Exclusively in the sport SX trim, a 1.6L turbocharged I4 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission makes 190 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque for responsive, nimble performance. The LX, S, and EX trims are all available with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and the SX trim gets torque-vectoring AWD with a center-locking differential as standard equipment.

See the Kia Seltos engine specs in the following chart. 

Engine

2.0L I4

1.6L turbocharged I4

Horsepower

147 HP

190 HP

Torque

132 lb.-ft.

195 lb.-ft. 

MPG (City/Hwy)

28 / 32

24 / 27

Transmission

Intelligent variable

Eight-speed automatic

Drivetrain

FWD / AWD

AWD

2026 Kia Seltos Safety & Technology Specs

Greet each daily drive with confidence in the 2026 Kia Seltos. Modern driver assistance technologies like forward collision avoidance assist and lane keeping assist are standard fare. Enjoy advanced support and automatic speed and distance controls from available features like navigation-based smart cruise control and the Highway Driving assist system. 

Intelligent systems and dynamic displays work together to ensure you stay connected in the Seltos. A visually appealing dual panoramic display created by a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen and 10.25-inch instrument cluster is available, while wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capability is standard in the LX trim. Make each drive more enjoyable using the premium auditory experience delivered via the available Bose® eight-speaker audio system with a sound-connected mood lamp.

Available safety features include:

  • Rearview monitor
  • Downhill brake control
  • Driver attention warning
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian, cyclist, and car detection, and junction turning detection
  • High beam assist
  • Hill start assist
  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane following assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Rear occupant alert
  • Blind spot collision warning
  • Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist
  • Safe exit warning
  • Rear park distance warning
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist 
  • Highway Driving Assist system
  • Intelligent speed limit assist
  • Navigation-based smart cruise control with stop and go - curve
  • Vehicle immobilizer system

Available technology features include:

  • Dual panoramic 10.25-in. infotainment touchscreen and 10.25-in. instrument cluster displays
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Bluetooth®
  • Front and rear USB-C ports
  • Navigation
  • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
  • Kia Connect capability
  • Bose eight-speaker audio system with sound-connected mood lamp
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Remote start system
  • Digital key capability

2026 Kia Seltos Trim Levels

  • LX — $23,790
  • S — $25,490
  • EX — $26,490
  • SX — $31,490

2026 Kia Seltos FAQs

What are the color options for the 2026 Kia Seltos?
  • Steel Gray
  • Snow White Pearl
  • Fusion Black
  • Dark Ocean Blue
  • Gravity Gray
  • Mars Orange
  • Neptune Blue
  • Pluton Blue
  • Clear White / Fusion Black roof
  • Pluton Blue / Fusion Black roof
How much is the 2026 Kia Seltos?

The 2026 Kia Seltos starts at $23,690 MSRP with the entry-level LX trim. Pricing ranges up to $31,390 MSRP with the top-of-the-line 2026 Kia Seltos SX trim.

New Kia Seltos for Sale in Auburn Hills, MI

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