S FWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$50)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3185 lbs | 2948 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3087 lbs | 2948 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $23,340 | $23,390 |
| Overall height | 63.6 in | 64.2 in |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12V Power outlet (x1) and front and rear USB charger, Black and chrome coating radiator grille, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (BCA-R), Chrome coating inside door handles, Cloth and Sofino premium leatherette seat trim, Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) rear suspension, Front Wheel Drive (FWD), Front fog lamps, Heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Height rear adjustable headrests, LED Daytime Running Light (DRL), LED interior lighting, LED overhead lamp, LED positioning lamp, LED rear combination lamps, LED room lamp, Leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel, Leather wrapped gear shift knob, 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, SynTex (Artificial Leather) console box
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| 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 |
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) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 95 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $23,390 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.7 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 | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
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) | 2948 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2948 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 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 seatbelts with pretensioners
- Height rear adjustable headrests
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- ULEV 70 emissions
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment5 std · 1 opt
- 6-speakers
- 8-inch touchscreen audio display unit with AM/FM/MP3, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition and HD Radio (DA 2.0)
- Bluetooth® Multi-connection (connect up to two devices simultaneously)
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
- 10.25-inch touchscreen Navigation display unit with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Voice Recognition (AVN 5 Wide) optional
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer and remote start button on key fob
- 12V Power outlet (x1) and front and rear USB charger
- Power door locks with driver and passenger control
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Steering wheel mounted cruise control
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Single-zone automatic climate control with auto defog and rear air vent
Seating5 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats (3-level) optional
- 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat
- 4-way manual adjustable passenger seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seats with 2-way recline
- Cloth and Sofino premium leatherette seat trim
- Height adjustable driver's seat (pumping device)
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
- LED interior lighting
- LED overhead lamp
- LED room lamp
- Leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
- Leather wrapped gear shift knob
- Luggage lamp
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
- Sunvisor vanity mirrors
- SynTex (Artificial Leather) console box
- Day/night interior rear view mirror
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
Exterior26 std · 4 opt
- 17-inch Alloy wheels with dark gray finish
- Acoustic laminated windshield
- 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
- Tinted glass (windshield, front doors)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Body color lower door garnish optional
- Gloss black lower door garnish optional
- Roof-color outside mirrors optional
- Two-tone roof optional
- Auto light control
- Rear window defroster
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire (steel)
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- Dynamax full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.0L Multi-Port Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder engine
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): Normal, Sport, Eco modes
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis2 std · 1 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) rear suspension
- MacPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension optional
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 2023 Seltos. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the S
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Kia Seltos S?
The manufacturer lists $23,390 for the 2023 Kia Seltos S. That is $50 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Kia Seltos S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 25 features become standard that the LX does not and 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.