Kia Seltos 2024
Php 1,198,000 – 1,688,000Contents
Kia Seltos Overview
The Kia Seltos is Kia’s entry into the subcompact crossover segment in the Philippines. It features a sleek fascia with several sporty accents to go along with the crossover’s outdoor-focused appeal. The name Seltos is derived from the name Celtos, who was the son of Hercules in Greek mythology.
The Seltos slots below the Sorento and above the Stonic in terms of size, providing a more compact alternative to the seven-seater Sorento. Powering this crossover is a selection of two powertrains. First is the 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated Smartstream engine that makes 114 hp at 6,300 rpm and 144 Nm of torque at 4,500 rpm. It is then paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). Moving on, there's the 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with direct injection. This engine delivers 138 hp at 6,000 rpm and an ample 242 Nm of torque within the range of 1,500 to 3,200 rpm. This is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with a different drive modes.
- Launch
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Globally, the Seltos made its debut in India in June 2019. A few months later, 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.
In July 2023, Kia updated the Seltos to match the brand’s new design philosophy. This facelift was not restricted to the exterior as Kia also brought in major changes to the interior as well as additional features. The Philippines received this facelifted Seltos several months later, formally making its debut on November 30, 2023. The updated Seltos has three variants and a more accessible price tag. The range starts with the LX priced at P1,198,000 followed by the EX at P1,288,000, and ends with the range-topping SX priced at P1,688,000
- 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 MacPherson 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.
Two powertrain options are available for the Seltos line here in the Philippines. The first option includes a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated Smartstream engine, producing 114 hp at 6,300 rpm and 144 Nm of torque at 4,500 rpm. This engine is coupled with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). This same powertrain option can be found inside its cousin, the Hyundai Creta. The second option is a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with direct injection. Despite its smaller displacement, this specific engine delivers 138 hp at 6,000 rpm and an ample 242 Nm of torque within the 1,500 to 3,200 rpm range. Unlike the front-wheel-driven IVT configuration, the 1.4-liter turbo is coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission featuring selectable drive modes.
- 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 SX comes with keyless entry, cruise control with Stop and Go, automatic climate control, a full LED lighting affair, reverse camera, rear parking sensors, and front proximity sensors.
Excluding the SX, all variants of the Kia Seltos get an 8-inch floating infotainment system to crown its tech features inside the car. Meanwhile, the SX receives a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster seamlessly integrating the multi-info display.
- 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 set.
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 undercladdings that outline the shape of the vehicle. At the rear, the Seltos come with wraparound LED taillights, garnished with a skid plate and blacked-out chrome exhaust finishers.
- Interior
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Inside, the Seltos is as clean and sleek as its exterior design. The materials used are easy on the eyes plus the controls are clustered nicely for easy familiarization. The floating infotainment system is highlighted to contrast 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 person. The trunk, however, is vast even with the backrests upright and doubles in capacity 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 Seltos 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, hill-start assist, automated emergency braking, and, intelligent cruise control.
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Kia Seltos Variant and Pricelist
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Kia Seltos Colors
The Kia Seltos comes in the following colors: Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Gray, Pluton Blue and Snow White Pearl
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 Automatic |
Max Output (HP) | 113 HP @ 6,300 rpm - 138 HP @ 6,000 rpm |
Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive |
Wheel Size |
17 in |
Airbags |
2 - 4
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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 (160,000 km) |
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2024 Kia Seltos First Impressions / Review
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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
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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 Details4.5/5
(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 AT
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 AT
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 AT
Kia, Clark
Vehicle Performance 4.5
Driving performance - can be shifted from ECO -> NORMAL to SPORT for that extra boost.
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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 AT
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 AT
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