Kia Seltos MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Kia Seltos model year from 2021 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Seltos has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2025 (up to 31 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Kia Seltos fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 26–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $47,010 | 26 listings |
| 2026 | 25–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $27,623 | 5,908 listings |
| 2025 | 25–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $20,777 | 511 listings |
| 2024 | 26–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $22,995 | 851 listings |
| 2023 | 27–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $20,935 | 691 listings |
| 2022 | 27–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $18,950 | 287 listings |
| 2021 | 27–31 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $16,496 | 602 listings |
2027 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2027 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 30 MPG. Used 2027 models currently list for a median of $47,010 on VehiSales (26 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 28 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Regular | 26 | 30 | 28 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2026 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2026 Seltos was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 29 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $27,623 on VehiSales (5,908 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 27 | 25 MPG |
2025 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2025 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 31 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $20,777 on VehiSales (511 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 27 | 25 MPG |
2024 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2024 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 31 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $22,995 on VehiSales (851 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 27 | 26 MPG |
2023 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2023 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 31 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $20,935 on VehiSales (691 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
2022 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2022 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 31 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $18,950 on VehiSales (287 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 31 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
2021 Kia Seltos: engines & MPG
The 2021 Seltos was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 31 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $16,496 on VehiSales (602 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seltos FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 29 | 34 | 31 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 27 | 31 | 29 MPG |
| Seltos AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Kia Seltos get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Seltos range from 29 to 31 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2025 model year.
What engines does the 2027 Kia Seltos have?
The 2027 Seltos was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl engines — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Kia Seltos require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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