Kia Seltos Maintenance Costs

A Kia Seltos will cost about $8,355 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.

This is more than the industry average for popular SUV models by $147. There is also a 24.49% chance that a Seltos will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.10% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.

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Probability of a Major Vehicle Repair (%)
Est Annual Maintenance/Repair Costs ($)

An extended warranty is recommended.

$2,609

Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.

This is less than the industry average for popular SUV models by $8,355.

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6%

Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.

This is 24% better than similar vehicles in this segment.

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A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower. An extended warranty is optional but recommended.

This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.

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Kia Seltos Maintenance Costs

Year Major Repair Probability Annual Costs
1 2.42% $334
2 3.98% $388
3 4.51% $492
4 7.98% $631
5 11.45% $763
6 12.94% $1,002
7 13.88% $1,111
8 18.31% $1,164
9 19.85% $1,212
10 24.49% $1,258
11 36.73% $1,344
12 45.69% $1,467

What About Kia Seltos Insurance Costs?

The average cost to insure a Kia Seltos is about $1,966 per year. This adds up to around $9,830 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Kia Seltos. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure

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Other Kia Seltos Costs of Ownership

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