- The 2027 Kia Seltos debuts today at the New York Auto Show.
- The crossover will have three powertrain options, including a hybrid.
- The non-hybrid 2027 Seltos will go on sale in the next three months.
Kia still hasn’t realized the internet is a global phenomenon and has unveiled the all-new 2027 Seltos that we’ll get in the United States. This may look familiar since the automaker revealed a redesigned crossover in September for markets outside North America, but now we know a lot more about the compact crossover we’re getting here.
Kia will offer the 2027 Seltos with three powertrain options. The entry-level offering is a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine. It makes 147 horsepower and will be the standard engine in the Seltos LX, S, EX, and X-Line trims, paired with a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is optional.
A 190 hp 1.6-liter turbocharged engine is available on the X-Line and comes with AWD as standard. Kia will also offer a hybrid powertrain in the Seltos, combining a 1.6-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard on the hybrid, but Kia will also offer an electric AWD system that delivers more power.
We’ll have to wait for more details on the Seltos Hybrid later this year.
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Revamped Design
The updated American Seltos has new styling inspired by the Telluride. It’s also larger than the previous model, with an additional 2.4 inches of wheelbase and up to 8.1 inches of ground clearance.
Sixteen-inch wheels are standard, with the 2.0-liter Seltos X-Line getting an 18-inch option. 19-inch black alloy wheels are available on the 1.6-liter X-Line and Hybrid e-AWD models. The Seltos X-Line also features unique bumpers and black side sills with dark gunmetal accents.
Inside, the Seltos continues to draw inspiration from the EV9 and Telluride. It has a stalk-mounted shifter, a square-shaped steering wheel, and push-button start. The additional wheelbase results in a 1.0-inch increase in rear legroom, with overall increases in headroom, hip room and shoulder room throughout the crossover.
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The Seltos comes with a 12.3-inch infotainment display, a 5.0-inch climate control panel and a 12.3-inch driver display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. This crossover has up to 64.1 cu ft of cargo space behind the first row and up to 27.8 cu ft behind the second row.
Seltos Availability 2027
The new Seltos, which debuted at the New York Auto Show, will go on sale in the United States within the next three months. The new hybrid variant will arrive later this year. The automaker will release pricing, specific trim details, and fuel economy estimates closer to its on-sale date.
The 2026 Kia Seltos starts at $25,285, including a $1,495 destination charge. We expect the 2027 model to receive a slight price increase.
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Motorcycle Pickup1: At a time when consumers want an affordable vehicle, the new Seltos provides a potential option. A variety of powertrains, available in front- and all-wheel-drive configurations, as well as the latest technology, will appeal to cost-conscious consumers and families.
