Learn more about the technical specifications of the new Kia Seltos.
Kia’s newest addition to the SUV segment, the Seltos, has arrived.
It falls into the compact SUV category and is a rugged looking vehicle that is beautifully designed, inside and out. Comfortable, modern, and safe to drive, the Seltos is a winner!
The Kia Seltos is an SUV that is designed to tackle harsh road conditions. It comes equipped with a 1.6-liter turbo 175-HP engine and available AWD, which, when combined with its torque vectoring control, makes it fun to drive in even the harshest conditions.
There are a lot of bases to cover when talking about the 2025 Kia Seltos specifications, so let’s get right to the technical data, as well as a host of other details that will tell you all you need to know about this amazing compact Kia SUV.
2025 Kia Seltos specs
- horsepower & torque ratings
- transmission options
- brakes
- recommended fuel
- fuel tank capacity
- weight
Kia Seltos engine options in US
| Engine | 2.0L | 1.6L turbo |
| Trim level | LX S EX | SX X-Line |
There are a pair of different engine options available with the Kia Seltos. The base engine is the 2.0-liter 4-cyliner, which comes standard on the LX entry level trim, as well as the S and EX trim levels.
If you opt for the top of the range 2025 Kia Seltos SX or X-Line, you get the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine.
Engine specs, horsepower & torque ratings
| Engine | 2.0L | 1.6L turbo |
| Type | 2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) | 1.6L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Displacement (cc) | 1,999 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 146 hp @ 6,200 rpm | 195 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm | 195 lb.-ft. @ 1,600-4,500 rpm |
| Recommended fuel | Unleaded gasoline (RON 91 or higher) | Unleaded Gasoline (RON 91 or higher) |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.0 liters | 4.8 liters |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gallons | 13.2 gallons |
The base 2.0-liter engine on the Kia Seltos delivers 146 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque, while the more potent 1.6L turbo engine delivers 195 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque.
When it comes to the available transmissions, there are also two different options available. The intelligent variable transmission (IVT) comes with the 2.0-liter model, while the other transmission, the 7-speed DCT is exclusive to the 1.6-liter turbo engine.
Transmission types in Kia Seltos 2025
| Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT) | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
There are two different types of transmissions available in the Kia Seltos compact SUV. First, there’s an Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT) available on the LX, L and EX trim levels. The second option is a 8-speed automatic gearbox, which is standard on the Seltos SX and X-Line.
in front and back.
Chassis & suspension
| Trim | Front | Rear | Shock absorber |
| LX | MacPherson Strut | Multilink | Conventional Valve |
| S | MacPherson Strut | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (FWD) or Multilink (AWD) | Conventional Valve |
| EX | MacPherson Strut | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (FWD) or Multilink (AWD) | Conventional Valve |
| SX | MacPherson Strut | Multilink | Conventional Valve |
| X-Line | MacPherson Strut | Multilink | Conventional Valve |
There are a pair of different chassis and suspension setups on the Seltos SUV. All trim levels come with MacPherson struts up front, while at the back the vehicle comes equipped with either a multilink suspension or a couple torsion beam axle.
Steering
| 2.0L | 1.6L Turbo | |
| Type / Power source | Motor power assisted Rack and pinion type | Motor power assisted Rack and pinion type |
| Minimum turning circle radius (m) | 5.3 m | 5.3 m |
Curb weight
| 2.0L | 1.6L Turbo | |
| Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | up to 3.109 lbs | x |
| 8-speed Automatic Transmission (DCT) | x | up to 3.248 lbs |
2025 Kia Seltos ground clearance
- 7.3 inch
Seltos is the first compact Kia SUV to offer all-wheel-drive with the available active on-demand AWD system being similar to the one found on the more premium Telluride SUV!
What that means is that the Kia Seltos is the very much a vehicle for those who drive in poor weather conditions or who like to go on regular driving adventures.
The 7.3 inch ground clearance also ensures that the Kia Seltos will have no major problems on light trails or snowy roads.
