by Kia has officially announced prices for the updated 2027 Seltos, unveiling it at the New York Auto Show. The base model starts at $24,990, excluding the mandatory $1,495 destination fee. This is $1,200 more than its predecessor, but the manufacturer assures that the car has become larger and offers best-in-class passenger space.
Base Seltos LX Trim
The base version is the Seltos LX, which features a premium design reminiscent of the larger Telluride and EV9 models. Standard equipment includes LED headlights, tinted glass, and 16-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, a digital instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch TFT display is installed, along with a 12.3-inch infotainment system featuring a six-speaker audio system. Other equipment includes air conditioning, manual cloth seat adjustment, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a SynTex leatherette-wrapped steering wheel.
The basic safety suite includes forward collision avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, and lane departure warning, as well as adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality. Additionally, front and rear parking sensors, high beam assist, and intelligent speed limit assist are included.
Under the hood, the base version is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 147 hp (110 kW) and 179 Nm of torque. It is paired with an intelligent continuously variable transmission (CVT) driving the front wheels. All-wheel drive is available as an option for $1,700.
Seltos S Trim
The next version, the Seltos S, costs $26,390 and offers a more refined exterior with retractable door handles and 18-inch wheels. Buyers also get a gloss black radiator grille and matching window trim.
The interior remains largely unchanged, but the S trim adds 12-way power driver seat adjustment and wireless smartphone charging. The safety list is expanded with blind-spot collision avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist, and safe exit warning.
Seltos EX Trim
The Seltos EX starts at $28,390 and features a slightly updated exterior due to LED taillights and a power tailgate. Inside, heated front seats with SynTex upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, and improved sun visors appear. A separate 5-inch digital display for the climate control system is also installed.
Seltos X-Line S Trim
At $28,990, the Seltos X-Line S offers a more “off-road” look thanks to unique bumpers, gun metal dark accents, and black trim. All-wheel drive comes standard, but this version lacks the power tailgate, climate control display, and dual-zone climate control system.
Top-of-the-Line Seltos X-Line SX Trim
The highest version, the Seltos X-Line SX, costs $32,790. It can be identified by its more sophisticated headlights and 19-inch alloy wheels. The car also features a sun-absorbing windshield, power tailgate, and a panoramic sunroof. Other nice touches include a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, and the climate control display.
The main difference in the top version is the engine. Under the hood sits a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine producing 190 hp (142 kW) and 264 Nm of torque. It is paired with a traditional eight-speed automatic transmission and a standard all-wheel-drive system.
Availability and Hybrid Version
The regular 2027 Kia Seltos will arrive at Kia dealers this summer. Following it, at the end of the year, an all-new hybrid version will appear. Prices for the hybrid will be announced closer to the start of sales.
2027 Kia Seltos Prices
| Trim | MSRP |
| Seltos LX FWD | $24,990 |
| Seltos S FWD | $26,390 |
| Seltos LX AWD | $26,690 |
| Seltos S AWD | $28,090 |
| Seltos EX FWD | $28,390 |
| Seltos X-Line S | $28,990 |
| Seltos EX AWD | $30,090 |
| Seltos X-Line SX | $32,790 |
Prices do not include the mandatory $1,495 destination fee.
Thus, Kia is betting on increased size and improved equipment, justifying the price hike. Interestingly, the company offers a wide selection of trims — from the base to the luxurious X-Line SX — and is also preparing a hybrid version, which is expected to be a response to the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. It is worth noting that even the base version gets a modern set of safety systems, making it competitive in its segment. The arrival of a hybrid later this year could significantly expand the model’s audience, especially among those seeking a balance between power and fuel economy.
