2026 · Crossover · 7 trims
KiaSeltos
MSRP range
$28,495 – $41,295
- Starting MSRP
- $28,495
- 7 trims
- Horsepower
- 147–195
- hp
- Fuel Economy
- 7.6 L/100km
- ≈ 31 mpg combined
- Seating
- 5
- passengers
- Cargo Space
- 786 L
- max
- Towing
- 0 lbs
- max
2026 Kia Seltos Overview
The 2026 Kia Seltos is a crossover offered in 7 trims, with MSRP ranging from $28,495 to $41,295 in Canada. Output ranges from 147 to 195 horsepower depending on trim from its gas powertrain. Fuel economy is rated as low as 7.6 L/100km combined (about 31 mpg).
The Seltos offers seating for up to 5, 786 L of cargo space and towing capacity up to 0 lbs. Advertised finance rates start at 4.99% APR.
- Segment
- Crossover
- Model Year
- 2026
- Trim Levels
- 7
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Drivetrain
- FWD, AWD
- Transmission
- IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission), 8 Speed Automatic
- Starting MSRP
- $28,495
- Top-Trim MSRP
- $41,295
Pricing & Rates
MSRP by trim plus advertised finance and lease rates.
| Trim | MSRP | vs base trim |
|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | $28,495 | Base |
| LX | $30,495 | +$2,000 |
| EX | $33,495 | +$5,000 |
| EX Premium | $36,795 | +$8,300 |
| SX | $37,495 | +$9,000 |
| X-Line | $39,295 | +$10,800 |
| X-Line Limited | $41,295 | +$12,800 |
Finance rates
| Term | APR |
|---|---|
| 24 months | 4.99% |
| 36 months | 4.99% |
| 48 months | 4.99% |
| 60 months | 4.99% |
| 72 months | 5.49% |
| 84 months | 5.99% |
Lease rates
| Term | APR |
|---|---|
| 36 months | 6.99% |
| 48 months | 7.49% |
| 60 months | 7.99% |
Freight & PDI of $2,135 applies on top of MSRP. Rates shown are advertised OEM rates and vary by region and credit approval.
Fuel Economy
NRCan-style ratings in L/100km, per trim.
| Trim | City | Highway | Combined | Combined (mpg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 8.3 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 31 |
| LX | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
| EX | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
| EX Premium | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
| SX | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
| X-Line | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
| X-Line Limited | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 29 |
City / Highway / Combined in L/100km (lower is better). MPG shown as US gallons for reference.
Full Specifications
Every published spec, by trim.
Performance & Drivetrain
| LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX | X-Line | X-Line Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 195 hp | 190 hp | 190 hp |
| Transmission | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) | 8 Speed Automatic | 8 Speed Automatic | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Dimensions & Capacity
| LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX | X-Line | X-Line Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo space | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) | 752 L (26.6 cu ft) | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) | 786 L (27.8 cu ft) |
| Cargo (seats down) | 1,817 L | 1,817 L | 1,817 L | 1,817 L | 1,778 L | 1,817 L | 1,817 L |
| Towing capacity | 0 lbs | 0 lbs | 0 lbs | 0 lbs | 0 lbs | 0 lbs | 0 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,131 lbs | 3,329 lbs | 3,549 lbs | 3,549 lbs | 3,363 lbs | 3,737 lbs | 3,737 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L |
Interior & Technology
| LX FWD | LX | EX | EX Premium | SX | X-Line | X-Line Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat material | Cloth | Cloth | Leather | Leather | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Climate control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Touchscreen | 12 in | 12 in | 12 in | 12 in | 10.25 in | 12 in | 12 in |
| Digital cluster | 4 in | 4 in | 4 in | 4 in | 10.25 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 12 · Bose | 6 · Bose | 8 |
Features & Equipment
Technology & Connectivity
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Automatic Headlights
- Backup Camera
- Wireless Charger
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Heads-up Display
- Premium Audio System
- Digital Key
- 360 Camera
Comfort & Convenience
- Heated Front Seats
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Push-Button Start
- Manual Liftgate
- Heated Side Mirrors
- Roof Rails
- Leather-Wrapped Heated Steering Wheel
- Remote Start
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Lumbar Support
- Ventilated Front Seats
- Heated Rear Seats
- Power Liftgate
- Driver Seat Memory
- Ambient Lighting
- Sunroof
- Power Passenger Seat
Safety & Driver Assistance
- Tire Pressure Monitoring
- Forward Automatic Braking
- Lane Assist
- Blind-Spot Monitoring with Active Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Safe Exit Assist/Rear Seat Alert
- Engine Immobilizer
- Blind-Spot Detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Highway/Traffic Jam Assist
- Road Sign Assist
- Front Parking Sensors
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Side Parking Sensors
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking
Feature availability varies by trim and optional packages — see the pricing section for trim-level detail.
Kia Seltos, Asked & Answered
How much does the 2026 Kia Seltos cost?
The 2026 Kia Seltos has a starting MSRP of $28,495 in Canada. The top trim reaches $41,295 across 7 available trims.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Kia Seltos?
The most efficient Seltos trim is rated at 7.6 L/100km combined, which is roughly 31 mpg (US).
How much horsepower does the 2026 Kia Seltos have?
The 2026 Kia Seltos produces between 147 and 195 horsepower depending on the trim.
How many people does the Kia Seltos seat?
The 2026 Kia Seltos seats up to 5 passengers.
How much can the 2026 Kia Seltos tow?
Properly equipped, the 2026 Kia Seltos can tow up to 0 lbs.
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