S AWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$3,200)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 279.4 mm | 304.8 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 254 mm | 279.4 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2970 lbs | 3186 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2937 lbs | 3109 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3969 lbs | 4212 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $23,790 | $26,990 |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Multilink |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation display unit with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Voice Recognition (AVN 5 Wide), 17-inch Alloy wheels with machine finish, 4.25-inch TFT LCD supervision cluster, Black and chrome coating radiator grille, Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Chrome coating inside door handles, Cloth and Syntex seat trim, Front USB charger (x2), Front fog lamps, Heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, High-gloss center fascia, LED Daytime Running Light (DRL), LED Star Map signature light inside radiator grille, 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, 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, Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Silver front/rear skid plates molded in color, Silver roof rails, Single-zone automatic climate control with auto defog and rear air vent, Sliding center armrest, Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer and remote start button on key fob, 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 diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 279.4 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 | 63.6 in |
| Overall length | 172.6 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 | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,990 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 54.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type (MDPS) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink |
Tires
| Tire size | P215/55R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 6.052:1 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3186 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3109 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4212 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with car, pedestrian and cyclist detection (FCA)
- 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) with Active steering
- Rear-view camera display
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front Thorax and Pelvis airbags
- Hand parking brake
- Height rear adjustable headrests
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- SULEV 30 emissions
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation display unit 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)
- Front USB charger (x2)
- Rear USB charger (x2)
- Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
- Tweeter speaker (x2)
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer and remote start button on key fob
- 12V power outlet (x1), in center fascia
- Power door locks with driver and passenger control
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Remote keyless entry with burglar alarm, panic button and immobilizer
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-up/down and safety
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Rear air vent
- 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 Syntex seat trim
- Height adjustable driver's seat (pumping device)
Interior17 std · 0 opt
- 4.25-inch TFT LCD supervision cluster
- Chrome coating inside door handles
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Front center armrest with padded storage box and cup holders
- High-gloss center fascia
- LED interior lighting
- LED room lamp
- Leather wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
- Leather wrapped gear shift knob
- Luggage lamp
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
- Sliding center armrest
- Sunvisor vanity mirrors
- SynTex (Artificial Leather) console box
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day/night interior rear view mirror
- LED overhead lamp
Exterior26 std · 3 opt
- 17-inch Alloy wheels with machine finish
- Acoustic laminated windshield
- Bi-function projector halogen headlights
- Black and chrome coating radiator grille
- Black side sills
- Black window DLO surround (beltline)
- Body-color outside door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Electric adjustable outside mirrors
- Front fog lamps
- Heated Privacy glass (rear side, tailgate)
- Heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- LED Daytime Running Light (DRL)
- LED Star Map signature light inside radiator grille
- LED positioning lamp
- LED rear combination lamps
- Matte black lower door garnish
- Rear spoiler with LED high mounted stop light
- Silver front/rear skid plates molded in color
- Silver roof rails
- Single hidden muffler, black paint
- 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
- Auto light control
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire (steel)
Powertrain5 std · 1 opt
- 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)
Chassis3 std · 1 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) rear suspension
- MacPherson strut front suspension
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
- 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 2026 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 2026 Kia Seltos S?
The manufacturer lists $26,990 for the 2026 Kia Seltos S. That is $3,200 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Kia Seltos S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 31 features become standard that the LX does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.