These are standard specifications for the 2021 Kia Seltos, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
7 Intelligent Variable Transmission
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel (standard), AWD |
| Torque vectoring | |
| Weight : | 2948 lbs | 1337.19 kg |
| MPG City : | 29 |
| MPG Highway : | 35 |
| Combined MPG : | 31.00 |
| Introduced At : | 2019 LA Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
7 Intelligent Variable Transmission
Production Figures
| Total Kia Production for 2021 : | 701,416 |
| 2021 Kia Seltos | |
Dimension(s)
SUV
| Cargo Volume : | 63 cu. ft. |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 172.0 in | 4369 mm. |
| Width : | 70.9 in | 1801 mm. |
| Height : | 63.6 in | 1615 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 103.5 in | 2629 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.0 in | 1575 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 62.4 in | 1585 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 7.3 in | 185 mm. |
| Front Overhang : | 34.0 in | 864 mm. |
| Rear Overhang : | 34.4 in | 874 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Headroom : | 40.0 in | 1016 mm. |
| Rear Headroom : | 38.4 in | 975 mm. |
| Front Legroom : | 41.4 in | 1052 mm. |
| Rear Legroom : | 38.0 in | 965 mm. |
| Front Hip Room : | 53.5 in | 1359 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room : | 52.8 in | 1341 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room : | 55.5 in | 1410 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room : | 54.7 in | 1389 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : MacPherson Strut Rear : Multilink | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist | |
| Steering Overall Ratio : | 12.8:1 |
| Turns lock to lock : | 2.50 |
| Turning Circle : | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
|---|---|
| Front Brakes : | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes : | Solid disc |
| Front Brake Size : | 11.0 in | 279 mm. |
| Rear Brake Size : | 10.0 in | 254 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P215/55R17 |
| Wheels : | 17 in. Alloy |
| Optional Tires | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P205/60/R16 |
| Optional Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 6.5 in. Alloy |
Recall
| Component | ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V259000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which may result in engine damage. |
| Consequence | A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC209. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2021 Kia Seltos?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a wheelbase size of 103.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a length of 172.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Kia Seltos have?A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Kia Seltos have?A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has legroom of 41.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos was a SUV.Q: What tires did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had P215/55R17 tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had 17 in. Alloy wheels.Q: How many vehicles did Kia produce in 2021? A: Kia produced 701,416 automobiles in 2021.Q: What transmission did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had a 7 speed Intelligent Variable Transmission gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a wheelbase size of 103.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a length of 172.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Kia Seltos have?A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Kia Seltos have?A: The 2021 Kia Seltos has legroom of 41.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Kia Seltos? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos was a SUV.Q: What tires did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had P215/55R17 tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had 17 in. Alloy wheels.Q: How many vehicles did Kia produce in 2021? A: Kia produced 701,416 automobiles in 2021.Q: What transmission did the 2021 Kia Seltos have? A: The 2021 Kia Seltos had a 7 speed Intelligent Variable Transmission gearbox. Similarly Sized Vehicles
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