2025 Kia Seltos

The 2025 Seltos arrives in a dynamic lineup: LX, S, EX, X-Line, and SX. The entry-level LX makes its presence known with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and bold body-colored accents. The mid-tier S upgrades visual appeal with two-tone 17-inch wheels and LED daytime running lights. The EX introduces sleek sophistication: 18-inch alloys, roof rails, and privacy glass. Ramp up the attitude with X-Line—featuring a 1.6L turbo engine, black 18-inch wheels, torque-vectoring AWD, and rugged roof rails for your gear. At the top, the SX exudes athletic flair with aggressive front fascia, LED foglamps, and upscale detailing that turns heads everywhere it goes. Each trim brings a distinct character, letting drivers match style and capability to their needs.

The Seltos offers two refined powertrains. The standard 2.0L MPI four-cylinder delivers 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, seamlessly paired to a CVT—and in front wheel drive, it returns an EPA-estimated 28/34/31 mpg city/highway/combined, dipping slightly with AWD. For those craving more pep, the 1.6L turbocharged GDI engine kicks out a robust 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, coupled to an 8 speed automatic—with turbo-powered X Line and SX trims rated around 24/27/25 mpg.

Whether navigating winter snow or winding roads, the Seltos adapts. The turbo-equipped X-Line and SX include torque-vectoring AWD with lock mode, enhancing traction in slick or rough conditions . Ride quality remains balanced, with a suspension that absorbs bumps yet maintains confident handling. The standard 7.3-inch ground clearance, nimble steering, and light curb weight make the Seltos agile in urban environments and composed on highway stretches.

Inside, the 2025 Seltos surprises with upscale touches. Cloth seating is standard, but EX and above offer faux-leather, heated and ventilated front seats, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat. Technology shines with an available 10.25-inch digital instrument display and matching touchscreen infotainment system featuring wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®. Premium trims also add wireless charging, Bose® eight-speaker audio, wireless remote start, and a Smart Power Liftgate—making comfort and convenience standard fare.

Safety is comprehensive across all trims. Standard forward collision-avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane departure warning with steering assist, lane-centering cruise control, driver attention monitor, and automatic high beams provide robust protection. S and up include blind spot collision warning, rear cross traffic alert, and safe exit assist. EX and higher add rear parking sensors and a power liftgate with AWD packages. Downhill Brake Control is also on board, maintaining steady descent speeds for hitch-free confidence on steep grades.