EX AWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$3,300)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Front headroom | 40 in | 38.5 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,590 | $25,890 |
| Overall height | 63.6 in | 64.2 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 1.6L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support, 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation display with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Voice Recognition (AVN 5 Wide), 12V Power outlet (x1) and Front/rear USB charger, 17-inch Alloy wheels with machine finish, Black and chrome coating radiator grille, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (BCA-R), Chrome coating inside door handles, Front fog lamps, Front seatback pockets, Heated front seats (3-level), Heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Height adjustable rear headrests, High-gloss center fascia, Illuminated with extendable visor vanity mirrors, LED Daytime Running Light (DRL), LED interior lighting, LED positioning lamp, LED rear combination lamps, Leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel, Leather wrapped gear shift knob, Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-up/down and safety, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Rear center armrest with cup holders, Satin finish window DLO surround (beltline), Silver roof rails, Single-zone automatic climate control with auto defog and rear air vent, Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer and remote start button on key fob, Sofino premium leatherette seat trim, Solar glass (windshield, front doors), Sunroof, SynTex (Artificial Leather) console box, Wireless Charging Pad
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 279.4 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 254 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Hand parking brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 62.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 26.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | UVO |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in |
| Overall height | 64.2 in |
| Overall length | 172 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1999 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) Atkinson engine |
| Valve configuration | 16 Valve Hydraulic Lash Adjust |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 146 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 95 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,890 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink |
Tires
| Tire size | P215/55R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 6.052:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3185 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3087 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with car and pedestrian detection (FCAA)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Rear-Camera Display
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- 4-wheel disc brakes
- Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (BCA-R)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front and rear 3-point seat belts
- Hand parking brake
- Height adjustable front headrests
- Height adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners
- Height adjustable rear headrests
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Steering wheel mounted cruise control
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- ULEV 70 emissions
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation display with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Voice Recognition (AVN 5 Wide)
- 6-speakers
- Bluetooth® Multi-connection (connect up to two devices simultaneously)
- Shark fin antenna
- Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
- Wireless Charging Pad
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer and remote start button on key fob
- 12V Power outlet (x1) and Front/rear USB charger
- Power door locks with driver and passenger control
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-up/down and safety
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Single-zone automatic climate control with auto defog and rear air vent
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
- Heated front seats (3-level)
- Sofino premium leatherette seat trim
- 4-way manual adjustable passenger seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seats with 2-way recline
- Height adjustable driver's seat
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
Interior15 std · 0 opt
- 3.5-inch TFT LCD cluster with rheostat
- Chrome coating inside door handles
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Front center armrest with storage and cup holders
- High-gloss center fascia
- LED interior lighting
- Leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
- Leather wrapped gear shift knob
- Luggage lamp
- Sunvisor vanity mirrors
- SynTex (Artificial Leather) console box
- Day/night interior rear view mirror
- Illuminated with extendable visor vanity mirrors
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Front seatback pockets
Exterior26 std · 0 opt
- Sunroof
- 17-inch Alloy wheels with machine finish
- Bi-function projector halogen headlights
- Black and chrome coating radiator grille
- Black side sills
- Body-color outside door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Electric adjustable outside mirrors
- Front fog lamps
- Front/Rear silver skid plates
- Heated Privacy glass (rear side, tailgate)
- Heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- LED Daytime Running Light (DRL)
- LED positioning lamp
- LED rear combination lamps
- Matte black lower door garnish
- Rear spoiler with LED high mounted stop light
- Satin finish window DLO surround (beltline)
- Silver roof rails
- Single exhaust
- Solar glass (windshield, front doors)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Auto light control
- Rear window defroster
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire (steel)
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- Dynamax full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- 1.6L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine
- 2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder engine
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): selectable Normal-Sport-Eco modes
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo net hooks
- Dual-level cargo floor
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Seltos. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Kia Seltos EX?
The manufacturer lists $25,890 for the 2022 Kia Seltos EX. That is $3,300 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Kia Seltos EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 33 features become standard that the LX does not and 3 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.