2027 Kia Seltos: Release Date, Price & Changes
By CarWhere Research · Facts as of
The 2027 Kia Seltos is an all-new generation. On sale now: Kia's U.S. site lists limited 2027 Seltos inventory at dealers; the Seltos Hybrid is listed as coming later (Kia's U.S. site, accessed November 6, 2026). Kia's starting MSRPs run from $24,990 (LX) to $32,790 (X-Line SX AWD) before destination. This page updates as Kia publishes more 2027 details.
Release date
On sale now: Kia's U.S. site lists limited 2027 Seltos inventory at dealers; the Seltos Hybrid is listed as coming later.[1]
What's new for 2027 vs 2026
- Seltos Hybrid joins the lineup later; Kia lists it as upcoming with no specs or pricing yet[1]
- Two engines: a 2.0L four-cylinder with IVT on most trims, and a 1.6L turbo (190 hp) with 8-speed automatic on the X-Line SX[2]
- 12.3-inch touchscreen standard from the base LX; available digital cockpit with nearly 30 inches of combined displays[1]
Dropped trims: none announced by Kia.
Powertrains
2027 Seltos price
| Trim | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|
| LX[2] | $24,990 |
| S[2] | $26,390 |
| EX[2] | $28,390 |
| X-Line S AWD[2] | $28,990 |
| X-Line SX AWD[2] | $32,790 |
Prices exclude the destination charge. Taxes, fees, options and dealer add-ons are extra.
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Frequently asked questions
When does the 2027 Kia Seltos come out?
On sale now: Kia's U.S. site lists limited 2027 Seltos inventory at dealers; the Seltos Hybrid is listed as coming later (Kia's U.S. site, accessed November 6, 2026).
How much is the 2027 Kia Seltos?
Kia's starting MSRPs run from $24,990 (LX) to $32,790 (X-Line SX AWD) before destination, as published November 6, 2026.
What's new on the 2027 Kia Seltos?
Yes — Kia describes the 2027 Seltos as an all-new generation. Announced changes include: Seltos Hybrid joins the lineup later; Kia lists it as upcoming with no specs or pricing yet; Two engines: a 2.0L four-cylinder with IVT on most trims, and a 1.6L turbo (190 hp) with 8-speed automatic on the X-Line SX; 12.3-inch touchscreen standard from the base LX; available digital cockpit with nearly 30 inches of combined displays.
What engines does the 2027 Kia Seltos have?
2.0L I4, 147 hp, 132 lb-ft, IVT; FWD standard, AWD available (LX, S, EX); AWD standard on X-Line S; 1.6L turbo I4, 190 hp, 195 lb-ft, 8-speed automatic, AWD (X-Line SX).
Sources and method
Facts come only from manufacturer press releases, official newsrooms and manufacturers' own U.S. websites, opened by CarWhere Research on or before November 6, 2026; each fact carries its source and date. Where a manufacturer has not announced something, the page says so — no predictions, rumors or third-party reports. 2026 reference prices, where shown, come from CarWhere's hub trim-level data and are labelled as 2026 prices.
- 2027 Kia Seltos Compact SUV: Available AWD & Turbocharged Engine with 190 Horsepower — Kia America (kia.com), accessed November 6, 2026
- 2027 Kia Seltos specs & compare — Kia America (kia.com), accessed November 6, 2026
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