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

October 11, 2020 By Dawn Gibson 1 Comment

Subcompact Crossover

*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.

 
Keep reading to learn more about the 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD…

Subcompact Crossover

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
Kia Seltos

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.​​​​​​​

Kia Seltos

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
Subcompact SUV

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
Subcompact SUV

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

Kia Subcompact Crossover

For more information about 2021 Kia Seltos click HERE

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

Comments

  1. Marcus Walker says

    October 13, 2020 at 3:28 am

    The presence of this sub-compact-rated SUV definitely punches above its weight. The Seltos can easily wear a premium car brand badge and surprisingly get away with it. Hey! Honestly, I cannot tell you how many people stopped me to ask what it was when I had it for testing.

    Whenever I would say “Kia”, people seemed dumbfounded. It’s truly amazing how far this brand has come. Commendable value, performance, and style all make it perfect for the target audience you mention in this article.

    Also, I never knew that fun fact about the Greek mythology. Awesomeness!

    Nice write-up and stellar pictures!

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