Kia Seltos Engine Specifications
The 2027 Kia Seltos is offered with 1.6L–2.0L engines in 4-cylinder form, per EPA fuel-economy records.
Latest model year (2027):
The Kia Seltos is available with 4 2.0L and Automatic (AV-S1) (All-Wheel Drive).
Kia Seltos Engine Specs — All Years
| Year | Trim | Cylinders | Displ. | Transmission | Drive | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia Seltos Engine Specs FAQ
What engine does the Kia Seltos have?
The Kia Seltos is available with 4 cylinder engines ranging up to 2.0L. Transmission and drivetrain options vary by trim. See the full table above.
Is the Kia Seltos available with all-wheel drive?
Yes, the Kia Seltos is available with all-wheel drive. Check the "Drive" column in the table above for specific trims.