2021 Kia Seltos Supcompact Crossover Review: Price, Specs and More!

*Disclosure: The 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD (Subcompact Crossover) was provided to me for testing purposes and editorial consideration. All opinions are 100% my own*

Hey Sassy Peeps,​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

When purchasing a vehicle I look for a flawless paint, large cargo space and a HEAD BANGING sound system. I am happy to say that the all-new 2021 Kia Seltos subcompact crossover comes equipped with ALL three.

It is the newest addition to Kia’s small crossover/SUV lineup and slots between the Soul and the Sportage. The vehicle is packed with tons of style, personality and can definitely wear a premium car brand badge.

Who is this Subcompact Crossover For?

• Empty nesters looking to downsize to a supcompact crossover
• Young professionals 
• Buyers on a budget
• Family looking for second car (commuter family vehicle)
• Stylish city living consumers
• Tech savvy singles/couples

What we loved about the Subcompact Crossover

• Sleek and Sporty Exterior
• Strong and Great Handles
• Large Cargo Space
  • Rear seat fixed / Rear seat folded down = 26.6 / 62.8 cu. ft.
• Great Color Options
  • Snow White Pearl, Gravity Gray, Neptune Blue, Starbright Yellow, Cherry Black, Steel Gray, Mars Orange, Dark Ocean Blue, Dark Ocean Blue / Clear White, Starbright Yellow / Cherry Black, Clear White / Cherry Black, Dark Ocean Blue / Cherry Black
• Driver Assist Technology
  • Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
  • High Beam Assist (HBA)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R)
  • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
  • Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA)
  • Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist Fusion (FCA)
  • Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
  • Smart Cruise Control (SCC) w/ Stop & Go
• Drive Mode Selector
  • Normal (perfect for everyday driving conditions)
  • Sport (increased performance, an enhanced throttle response)
  • Eco (to maximize fuel efficiency)
• Navigation with 10.25-inch Touch-Screen
• Bose Premium Audio
• Android Auto Smartphone Integration
• Rear Camera with Dynamic Parking Guidance
• Blind-Spot Detection
• Easy-to-Reach Liftgate

Fun Fact: Seltos comes from “Celtos,” who was Hercules’ son in Greek mythology.​​​​​​​

Specs

The supcompact crossover comes in six trim levels: LX, S, EX, S Turbo, SX Turbo

LX

• Starting MSRP:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ $21,990
• AWD only
• 27/31/29 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine with 147 HP
• Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
• 17-inch Alloy Wheels
• 8.0-inch Touch-Screen Display w/ Rear Camera

S

• Starting MSRP:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ $21,990
• AWD = 27/31/29 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• FWD optional = 29/34/31 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine with 147 HP
• Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
• 17-inch Alloy Wheels
• 8.0-inch Touch-Screen Display w/ Rear Camera

EX

• Starting MSRP:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ $25,290
• AWD only
• 27/31/29 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine with 147 HP
• Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
• 17-inch Alloy Wheels, Machine Finish
• 8.0-inch Touch-Screen Display w/ Rear Camera

S Turbo

• Starting MSRP:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ $25,490
• AWD only
• 25/30/27 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbo Engine, Intelligent Variable Transmission
• 195 lb-ft Torque, 1,500 RPM, 175 Horsepower, 6,000 RPM
• 18-inch Machined Alloy Wheels
• 8.0-inch Touch-Screen Display w/ Rear Camera

SX Turbo (Vehicle Tested)

• Starting MSRP:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ $27,890
• AWD only
• 25/30/27 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)
• 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbo Engine, 7-Speed Quick-Shift DCT Automatic
• 195 lb-ft Torque, 1,500 RPM, 175 Horsepower, 6,000 RPM
• 18-inch Machined Alloy Wheels
• Navigation with 10.25-inch Touch-Screen and UVO link

Warranty

• 10-year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty
• 5-year/60,000
  • mile limited basic warranty
  • mile roadside assistance plan
• 5-year/100,000 mile limited anti-perforation warranty

Now Sassy Peeps! What are your thoughts on the Subcompact Crossover? Inquiring minds want to know!

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Have a Happy Healthy, and Remember to Always…Stay Sassy!