2026 Kia Seltos
2026 Kia Seltos in Charlotte, NC
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MSRP
$25,490
MPG
28 (Est) City
34 (Est) Highway
16 Vehicles Available
2026 Kia Seltos Overview for Charlotte, NC Drivers
In Charlotte’s day-to-day traffic and weekend escapes, the 2026 Kia Seltos feels sized for real life: easy to place, roomy where it counts, and finished with design details that read upscale without trying too hard. We like how this compact SUV blends a clean, upright stance with purposeful touches like available roof rails, available two-tone styling, and wheel-and-tire combinations that look planted. The lineup stays straightforward, yet the choices are meaningful, with a turbo option alongside an efficient naturally aspirated engine and front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations. Inside, the Seltos leans into smart screens and practical storage, with cargo volume rated at 26.6 cubic feet behind the rear seat and up to 62.8 cubic feet with the second row folded. At Planet Kia of Charlotte, we help Charlotte-area drivers align trim, drivetrain, and features with the way they actually drive.
Trim Levels (Exterior)
The 2026 Seltos range runs through LX, S, EX, and SX, with exterior character that builds from clean and classic to bold and athletic. Across the lineup, lighting and detail work step up to available LED projector headlights, LED fog lights, LED taillights, and LED daytime running lights for a crisp signature on the road. Wheel sizing spans 17-inch and 18-inch alloy designs, with 215/55R17 or 235/45R18 tire sizing depending on configuration. Roof rails are available, and the available power sunroof is tied to specific packages, with the sunroof and the two-tone roof option not offered together. Drivers who want the most expressive look can select the available two-tone roof on S and SX, pairing it with gloss-black mirror caps when equipped. EX brings an available Sunroof Package that adds roof rails, a power sunroof, and uniquely designed 17-inch alloy wheels in a gloss black finish. Finishing touches like a black or black-and-chrome front grille, silver skid plates, and black or satin-chrome window surrounds round out the exterior progression by trim.
Engine (Power)
Most 2026 Seltos trims use a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder with multi-port gasoline injection and 1,999 cc of displacement. Output is rated at 147 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 132 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 rpm. This engine is paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission and runs on regular unleaded gasoline with an 87-octane rating or higher. For drivers who want stronger pull, the turbocharged 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder uses gasoline direct injection and 1,598 cc of displacement. It is rated at 190 horsepower at 6,000 rpm with 195 lb-ft of torque from 1,700 to 4,500 rpm and is matched to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Both engines use DOHC architecture with four valves per cylinder and dual continuously variable valve timing.
Performance
With Drive Mode Select, the 2026 Seltos offers Normal, Eco, and Sport calibrations. Front-wheel drive is offered, and available torque-vectoring all-wheel drive with a center-locking differential adds a more confident feel when traction is inconsistent. Front suspension uses independent MacPherson struts, while the rear setup varies by drivetrain with a coupled torsion beam axle on front-wheel-drive models and an independent multi-link arrangement on all-wheel-drive models. Ground clearance is listed at 7.3 inches, with approach and departure angles rated at 28.0 degrees and 26.8 degrees. The turning circle diameter is 34.8 feet curb-to-curb, keeping tight lots and urban turns manageable. An electronic parking brake with Auto-Hold is included, and the braking system uses four-wheel discs with an anti-lock brake system. Electric motor-driven power steering supports precise inputs, and the Seltos is built on a steel unibody structure.
Interior
Cabin trims range from woven cloth to SynTex-and-cloth combinations and available SynTex seat trim, with a power sunroof available through designated packages. Screen options start with an 8-inch touchscreen display and step up to a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation, paired with either a 4.25-inch or 10.25-inch instrument display depending on configuration. The available Dual Panoramic Display with navigation brings the 10.25-inch instrument display and 10.25-inch infotainment screen into a single, wide presentation. Comfort features can include a 10-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar adjustment and available heated front seats, with select packages also adding features such as digital key capability. The rear seat is a 60/40 split folding and reclining design, and a dual-level cargo floor with hidden storage keeps smaller items organized. Cargo volume is rated at 26.6 cubic feet minimum and 62.8 cubic feet maximum, and an available rear cargo cover adds another layer of tidy storage for gear. Solar control glass, sound-absorbing windshield glass, and standard privacy glass contribute to a quieter, calmer cabin environment.
Safety Features
The 2026 Seltos is available with driver-assistance technologies that address common real-world situations, starting with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection. Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, and Lane Following Assist support centered, consistent lane behavior. Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist add awareness in traffic and while reversing out of parking spaces, and Safe Exit Warning can alert occupants before opening a door when traffic is approaching from behind. Parking support includes rear parking sensors and a rearview monitor that displays a live image behind the vehicle when reverse is selected. Driving convenience options can include Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go along with Highway Driving Assist for certain highway conditions. Active-safety fundamentals include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability control, Hill Start Assist Control, and Downhill Brake Control. Passive protection includes dual front advanced airbags, dual front side airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags.
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**MSRP is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the vehicle. It does not include any taxes, tag, title, registration fees and government fees, dealer installed accessories or pre delivery inspection or preparation, and $899.00 dealer administration fee.
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.