Kia Seltos 2023
Php 1,235,000 – 1,580,000Contents
Kia Seltos Overview
The Kia Seltos is Kia’s latest vehicle and the Korean brand’s entry into the subcompact crossover segment in the Philippines. It features a busy fascia with several sporty accents to go with the crossover’s outdoor-stricken appeal. The name Seltos is derived from the name Celtos, which was the son of Hercules in Greek mythology.
Launched in India on June 2019, the Seltos shares its platform with the Hyundai Kona and as such, is aimed to be a global model for Kia. The top-spec Kia Seltos in the Philippines is equipped with LED lights, including headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights, and taillights, along with a contrasting roof color to complete the aesthetic package.
By size, the Seltos is as wide as the Kona but the Kia crossover is longer and lower by at least 170mm while the wheelbase is also a tad longer at 2,610mm. With that, the Seltos has huge cabin space to allow a trunk volume of 433L with the rear backrests up. Other interior features you’ll find inside the Seltos include fabric-trimmed leather seats, push-button ignition, foldable rear seats, and an 8-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Launch
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The Kia Seltos was launched in the Philippines on November 6, 2019 with three variants to choose from: the base LX, the mid-level EX, and the top-trim SX.
- Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
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The Kia Seltos is a five-seater, five-door subcompact crossover that has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. It has a McPherson strut and coil-spring suspension setup up front while the rear end gets a coupled torsion beam axle with coil spring. It’s equipped with disc brakes on all four wheels.
- Technology Features
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All Kia Seltos variants are equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The number of convenient features varies per variant, but the top-level choice comes with keyless entry, cruise control, automatic climate control, a full LED lighting affair, reverse camera, rear parking sensors, and front proximity sensors.
All variants of the Kia Seltos gets an 8-inch floating infotainment system to crown its tech features inside the car.
- Exterior
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As with the rest of the Kia lineup, the Seltos has a huge tiger-nose grille that flanks both side-swept headlights, highlighted by a pair of sharp daytime running lights. The subcompact crossover also comes with faux-silver accents on the front bumper while the top-spec Seltos gets LED fog lamps to complete the busy fascia.
The Seltos sits on 17-inch wheels, which is standard across the range. The sporty appeal of the crossover comes from the array of black under claddings that outline the shape of the vehicle. At the rear, the Seltos comes with a two-tier LED taillights and garnished with a skid plate and blocked-out chrome exhaust finishers.
- Interior
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Inside, the Seltos is as youthful as its exterior design. The materials used are soft to the eyes plus controls are clustered nicely for easy familiarization. The floating infotainment system is nice highlight to the cabin’s dark gray theme while piano black plastics are used to underline some parts of the interior layout.
The rear cabin of the Seltos is enough to accommodate the average-sized Filipino. The trunk, however, is supersized at 433L with the backrests upright, and doubles when folded down.
- Safety
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The top-spec Kia Seltos SX comes with driver, front passenger, side, and curtain airbags, while the lower EX and LX get driver and front passenger airbags only. Standard across the range are ABS, four 3-point seatbelts, one lap belt, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. The top SX variant gets extra stability control, dynamic brake control, and hill-start assist.
Pros & Cons
- One of the best-handling mainstream cars in the market today.
- Frugal, under-stressed engine.
- Head-turning design.
- Could have been better with a traditional automatic transmission.
- Some tech features missing at this price point.
- Tight wiggle room for three people at the back.
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Kia Seltos Variant and Pricelist
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Kia Seltos Colors
The Kia Seltos comes in the following colors: Mars Orange, Steel Grey, Clear White two-tone, Starbright Yellow, Starbright Yellow two-tone, Gravity Grey and Neptune Blue
Kia Seltos Specifications
Key specifications & features of the Kia Seltos. View engine specs, dimensions, safety and technology features in our full variant pages.
Body Type |
Crossover |
No. of seats | 5 |
Fuel Type |
Gasoline |
Transmission |
CVT |
Max Output (HP) | 147 HP @ 6,200 rpm |
Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Wheel Size |
17 in |
Airbags |
2 - 6
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ISOFIX |
Available |
Front Parking Sensors |
Not Available |
Rear Parking Sensors |
Available |
Connectivity |
USB, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
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Warranty |
5 years (100,000 km) |
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Kia Seltos Reviews, News and Videos
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2020 Kia Seltos Review / Review
Beauty with substance, shortcomings aside.
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2020 Kia Seltos – Quick Drive Impressions / Review
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Facelifted Kia Seltos brings a refreshed look to the crossover / News
The new update to the Kia Seltos aims to make it more competitive and safer as well.
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Facelifted 2023 Kia Seltos to debut early next year / News
The new Kia Seltos will likely get an exterior refresh, a new instrument display, and driver-assistance features.
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New Kia Seltos-based EV spotted testing in South Korea / News
Presumably, this model could also adapt familiar design cues from the Kia EV6.
2020 Kia Seltos Review - Behind the Wheel / Video Review
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Kia Seltos Owner Review
Read reviews from verified car buyers and find out from real owners what it's like to own Kia Seltos.
Vehicle Performance
View Review Details4.6/5
(based of 4 reviews)After Sale Satisfaction
View Review Details3.7/5
(based of 3 reviews)Recent Owner Reviews
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January 28, 2022
Francisco Gacal
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, Cebu NRA · Service Score 100%
After Sale Satisfaction 5Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
5
Overall value for money
5
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
100.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
5
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
5
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
5
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
5
Quality of work performed
5
Was it completed on time?
5
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
5
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
5
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November 27, 2021
Maila Mupas
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, Alabang
Vehicle Performance 4.7Fuel Economy
5
Driving Performance
5
Comfort
5
Style & Looks
4
Interior Features
4
Interior Space
5
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October 12, 2021
Anonymous
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 LX MT
Kia, Dasmarinas · Service Score 55%
After Sale Satisfaction 2.9Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
4
Overall value for money
3
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
55.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
3
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
3
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
1
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
3
Quality of work performed
3
Was it completed on time?
3
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
3
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
3
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April 21, 2021
Lawrence Madarang
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 LX MT
Kia, Ozamiz · Service Score 60%
After Sale Satisfaction 3.2Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
4
Overall value for money
4
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
60.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
3
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
3
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
3
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
3
Quality of work performed
3
Was it completed on time?
3
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
3
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
3
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April 06, 2021
Ma. Cristina Velasquez
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, BGC
Vehicle Performance 5Fuel Economy
5
Driving Performance
5
Comfort
5
Style & Looks
5
Interior Features
5
Interior Space
5
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November 27, 2021
Maila Mupas
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, Alabang
Vehicle Performance 4.7Fuel Economy
5
Driving Performance
5
Comfort
5
Style & Looks
4
Interior Features
4
Interior Space
5
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April 06, 2021
Ma. Cristina Velasquez
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, BGC
Vehicle Performance 5Fuel Economy
5
Driving Performance
5
Comfort
5
Style & Looks
5
Interior Features
5
Interior Space
5
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November 24, 2020
Mark Adrian Garcia
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 LX MT
Kia, Clark
Vehicle Performance 4.5
Driving performance - can be shifted from ECO -> NORMAL to SPORT for that extra boost.
-...... Read More View BreakdownFuel Economy
4
Driving Performance
5
Comfort
4
Style & Looks
5
Interior Features
4
Interior Space
5
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July 05, 2020
Jay Palicpic
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, Acropolis
Vehicle Performance 4Fuel Economy
4
Driving Performance
4
Comfort
4
Style & Looks
4
Interior Features
4
Interior Space
4
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January 28, 2022
Francisco Gacal
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 EX IVT
Kia, Cebu NRA · Service Score 100%
After Sale Satisfaction 5Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
5
Overall value for money
5
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
100.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
5
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
5
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
5
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
5
Quality of work performed
5
Was it completed on time?
5
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
5
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
5
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October 12, 2021
Anonymous
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 LX MT
Kia, Dasmarinas · Service Score 55%
After Sale Satisfaction 2.9Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
4
Overall value for money
3
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
55.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
3
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
3
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
1
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
3
Quality of work performed
3
Was it completed on time?
3
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
3
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
3
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April 21, 2021
Lawrence Madarang
Owns Kia Seltos 2.0 LX MT
Kia, Ozamiz · Service Score 60%
After Sale Satisfaction 3.2Car Satisfaction
Have you encountered any major technical difficulties with your vehicle?
No
How would you rate the ownership experience of your vehicle?
4
Overall value for money
4
Would you recommend this car?
Yes
Dealer Service Satisfaction
Dealer Satisfaction Score
60.00%
Ease of obtaining an appointment
3
Convenience of servicing location and hours of service
3
Cleanliness and comfort of service center
3
Friendliness and service quality of service center staff
3
Quality of work performed
3
Was it completed on time?
3
Were there any additional costs, which were not made transparent to you?
3
What is your overall satisfaction with your service experience?
3
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