Posted on December 8, 2023
The updated 2024 Kia Seltos is here to answer the call of drivers who want a reliable and versatile vehicle that masters the practical before it gets into any of the technical. This subcompact SUV has been given a makeover for the new model year, making it even more enticing for a wider range of drivers. Have you been wondering what makes the 2024 Seltos a must-buy when you can purchase any other vehicle? If you’ve been looking for a Kia Seltos for sale, we’ve got the facts you need to know about what makes the 2024 Seltos a great car. From its affordable price and excellent fuel economy to its amazing technology and safety features, get ready to learn why this refreshed SUV is a must-buy for drivers looking to get the most for their money.
One of the best things about the 2024 Kia Seltos is that its starting price makes it one of Kia’s more cost-effective SUVs. With a starting MSRP of only $27,816, the Seltos positions itself just slightly above the entry-level Kia Soul in the lineup and is a great deal less costly than the Kia Sportage, which has an MSRP of $32,666.[a] Even the fully loaded 2024 Seltos EX Premium remains affordable to most shoppers and comes in at $36,116.[a]
As one of the two SUVs in Kia’s lineup that has a starting price under $30,000, the Seltos may already sound like an amazing deal, but just wait until you see everything this model gives you for the price. After all, saving money is great, but what’s the point of saving money when it means missing out on amazing experiences? Fortunately, the 2024 Seltos gives you everything that you have been looking for in a subcompact SUV.
The 2024 Seltos isn’t a BEV, PHEV, or even a hybrid––it's a good old-fashioned gasoline-powered vehicle. However, that doesn't mean it won't give you some rather remarkable fuel economy figures. It goes about this by delivering two available engines. A 2.0L I-4 engine comes standard, but there’s also a 1.6L turbocharged I-4 engine that powers the SX and X-Line trims. As part of the updates for the 2024 model year, the turbocharged 1.6L I-4 engine saw some noticeable improvements that make it an even better option for anyone seeking more performance.
Before we get into the fuel economy figures, let’s see how the two engines compare. The base 2.0L I-4 engine is paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission for greater efficiency, while the 1.6L turbocharged I-4 engine comes with a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Last year, this engine was paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and also produced less horsepower. Now, the Seltos’ turbocharged engine outputs 195 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, an improvement of 20 hp over the 2023 model. The base 2.0L I-4 engine doesn’t get an upgrade, with the 2024 model outputting the same 146 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque as the year before, but fuel efficiency is a bit better.
The money you save upfront with this Kia SUV is just one of the reasons why it’s a must-buy. Thanks to its good fuel economy ratings, you will also save even more money over time. When equipped with the base 2.0L I-4 engine and front-wheel drive, the 2024 model is rated for 7.6 L/100 km combined. Upgrading to all-wheel drive slightly lowers efficiency to an estimated 8.2 L/100 km combined. The turbocharged 1.6L I-4 engine comes with all-wheel drive standard, but even with the added performance boost, it maintains a remarkably good fuel economy rating of 9.1 L/100 km.
It used to be that you needed to splurge to get yourself a high-tech ride. Nowadays, you don’t need to spend top dollar to get a vehicle with contemporary technology. The 2024 Kia Seltos is proof of this, with its large number of standard and available tech features to enjoy. You can even add a heads-up display mounted in your direct line of sight, showing a transparent information hub where you can view statistics like your current speed, road signs, and more.
The 2024 Seltos comes standard with a 20 cm infotainment touchscreen, but the EX Premium, SX, and X-Line trims have a larger 26 cm touchscreen. The 26 cm screen is paired with a matching 26 cm display behind the steering wheel that acts as your digital instrument cluster, and when mixed with the head-up display, it makes the Seltos feel nothing but premium from the minute you turn the vehicle on. The infotainment centers have features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto built-in, which makes it easy to sync your phone with your car. The Seltos also comes with plenty of USB ports and an available wireless charging pad to keep your phone charged.
As great as it is to answer phone calls, ask your virtual personal assistant anything, or navigate through your favourite travel playlists with an app like Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, or however else you consume your audio, that’s not what tech is all about; not anymore. Features you can feel are becoming increasingly important, if not as important as the ones you can see, and one such example of this is safety features. The 2024 Kia Seltos is full of driver assist technologies that come standard on every trim, which is one of the reasons why we’re so keen to call this vehicle a must-buy for anyone.
Before we wrap up our discussion, let’s talk about some of the safety features that come standard with the 2024 Seltos. Firstly, there’s Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist to prevent front-end accidents. A Lane Keep Assist System and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist are designed to make highway travel safer, while Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance Assist and a Rear-View Camera with Dynamic Parking Guidelines help when parking or reversing. Then there’s the Safe Exit Assist System. The last feature is rather unique because it’ll sound an alert before a passenger opens the door if a car is about to pass. This makes it much safer to exit the vehicle on a busy street when parallel parked. For the low price of the 2024 Seltos, we don’t think we need to tell you how great of a deal this all is.
We couldn’t slice it any other way: the Kia Seltos is a phenomenal deal. You might be looking to replace your current vehicle, in which case the updated 2024 Seltos will almost certainly exceed your expectations. However, if you’re looking to purchase your first new vehicle, you can’t do much better than the Seltos for the price, and it’ll set your expectations extraordinarily high. This isn’t a bad thing, however, and that’s because it’s about time more manufacturers began acknowledging that advanced automotive tech flourishes best when packaged into more easily accessible options. Kia is leading the way when it comes to making well-equipped vehicles affordable, and the 2024 Seltos is one of those options you can’t go wrong with––it’s a must-buy. Contact us or swing by the dealership today to see for yourself.
[a]MSRP may change without notice. See dealer for complete details.
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