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2027 Kia Seltos

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2027 Kia Seltos is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined
2027 Kia Seltos
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
Combined Economy
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Transmission
Automatic, CVT
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement1.6 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, CVT
Gears1 to 8
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)
City24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)
Highway30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 8, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: November 2, 2026

    Data verified: November 2, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2027 Kia Seltos have?

    Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2027 Kia Seltos?

    Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2027 Kia Seltos front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2027 Kia Seltos?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 8, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.