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2026 · Kia
Starting at $23,790
Depreciation, fuel, insurance, interest, maintenance
Rank 271 of 401 ranked vehicles
Age 40 driver, clean record, national average
Routine service + scheduled wear items
The Kia Seltos is a compact SUV that offers two engine choices: a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, and a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine delivering 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0-liter engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), while the turbocharged engine comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Seltos provides a comfortable interior with ample cargo space, making it a practical choice for daily driving and weekend adventures.
The average cost of owning a Kia Seltos for 5 years is $40,185. This will vary per trim level, driving habits and region. See how these ownership costs compare to each other below. Click on any of the categories to see a complete breakdown of each cost.
| Cost | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| $18,413 | 46% | |
| $7,378 | 18% | |
| $6,647 | 17% | |
| $5,702 | 14% | |
| $2,045 | 5% |
That's roughly $670/month for a 40-year-old driver financing over 60 months at prevailing rates, with 12,000 annual miles. Your costs vary by zip code and trim.
Market Day Supply (MDS) measures how many days of inventory are on U.S. dealer lots at the current sales pace. Lower is faster-selling; the U.S. average across all models is roughly 60 days. Figures below cover the past 45 days of nationwide listings and sales.
Slower than the national average — expect wider selection and more room to negotiate.
National averages — figures vary by region and trim. MDS is calculated as active listings divided by daily sales velocity over the past 45 days.
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