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Kia Seltos

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 79% Detailed ratings

Price $25,895 – $39,895 Payments

Fuel consumption 6.8 – 9.7 L/100km

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The Seltos is a practical, spacious and comfortable subcompact SUV. It also offers a generous list of features in a modern and user-friendly interior. For 2026, the EX FWD model is discontinued. Entry-level models are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that’s rather noisy when pushed. The SX and X-Line models feature a turbocharged 1.6-litre engine producing 190 horsepower, and the 8-speed transmission enhances the driving experience. They are quite expensive, however.

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The Car Guide rating 79%

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Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	7/10
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