For those seeking to maximize their budget while purchasing a smaller SUV, consider revisiting the Kia Seltos. This model from 2024 offers great value through an extensive range of included features and impressive fuel efficiency.
The base model starts at $24,390 and with a destination fee of $1,325; it comes to a total of $25,715. Opting for the top-level SX trim will increase the price to $31,315 including the destination fee. The standard engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that offers 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. For more power, there is an option to upgrade to a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine which produces 195 hp and 182 ft-lb of torque.
Acceleration from zero to sixty miles per hour takes about 9.6 seconds with the base engine while it can reach sixmph in as quick as 7. nit l3 seconds when equipped with the more powerful unit.
The Seltos, equipped with a standard engine and FWD, has an estimated fuel efficiency of 28 mpg in urban areas and up to 31 mpg on the highway. With appropriate equipment, it is capable of towing weights up to 2,000 lbs -- perfect for towing smaller trailers or adventure crafts.
The 2024 Kia Seltos LX includes All-wheel drive, 17-inch wheels, tinted rear windows, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, a keyless entry system, cloth seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen display, and a six-speaker sound system. It also has advanced safety technology such as forward collision warning systems (FCW), automatic emergency braking (AEB), lane departure warning (LDW), and lane-keeping assistance to assist drivers in avoiding accidents on the road.
As you upgrade to higher trim levels additional amenities become available including a wireless phone charger, power-adjustable ventilated front seats, a larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen with access to premium Bose audio speakers, keyless entry/start feature, synthetic leather upholstery, sturdy roof rails for extra storage space, and heated seating options. In comparison to other vehicles within its class, the Seltos offers some exclusive features like hands-free liftgate functionality.
Furthermore, the vehicle also boasts added safety measures like blind-spot warnings,rear-cross traffic alerts, lane-centering capabilities, and adaptive cruise control functionality.
In addition, it has an extensive warranty package consisting of five years or sixty-thousand-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage and ten-year or one-hundred thousand-mile protection for powertrain components.