7.8
2025 Kia Seltos review
In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.
Josh Nevett
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Seven colours are offered across the line-up, including a new Pluton Blue finish. The outgoing models’ Starlight Yellow has been dropped, while Clear White and Pluton Blue are available with a contrast Fusion Black roof exclusively on the Seltos GT-Line.
The other single colours include Neptune blue, Mars orange, Steel grey, Gravity grey, Cherry black and Snow White pearl.
In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.
Josh Nevett
You might have forgotten this little SUV exists, but it definitely leaves a lasting impression… for a few reasons.
Matt Campbell
Type | ||
MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1598 - 1999 | 999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.6L | 1.0L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | TURBO 3 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 12 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 146kW | 84kW | |
Power RPM | ||
6000 - 6200 | 5250 | |
Torque | ||
180Nm - 265Nm | 180Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1600 - 4500 | 2400 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10 - 12.5 | 10.5 |