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    2021 Kia Seltos

    The 2021 Kia Seltos is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $32,490 for the LX variant and topping out at $47,990 for the LTD variant.

    There are 5 variants of the Seltos available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2019.

    The 2021 Seltos was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Seltos include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/265Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/180Nm). Available with automatic continuously variable transmission or 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $32,490 - $47,990
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT) or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $32,490 - $47,990
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT) or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2021 Kia Seltos

    Available Variants

    The Kia Seltos comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being LX and the most expensive being LTD.

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    Power to Weight
    83.84 - 91.23 kW/t
    64.69 kW/t
    120.24 kW/t
    Boot Space
    433 - 498 litres
    128 litres
    720 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
    1.5 L/100km
    9.5 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    658 - 735 km
    224 km
    2,176 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    10 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 - 4 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,835 - 1,955 kg
    1,835 kg
    2,960 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,100 - 1,250 kg
    800 kg
    3,500 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    177 mm
    97 mm
    230 mm
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    2021 Kia Seltos

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    LX

    2023

    $33,990

    LX+

    2023

    $36,990

    EX

    2023

    $40,850

    LTD

    2023

    $44,850

    Year
    2023
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    110 kW

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    2021 Kia Seltos

    Dimensions

    4,370 mm
    1,800 mm
    1,615 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,370 mm
    Overall Width1,800 mm
    Overall Height1,615 mm
    Wheelbase2,630 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm
    Load Capacity540 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2021 Kia Seltos

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Seltos is the LX variant that starts from $32,490.

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    The most expensive Kia Seltos is the LTD variant that starts from $47,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Seltos is offered by the LTD variant which can tow 1250 kg.

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    The largest Kia Seltos is the LX variant which measures 1800mm wide, 4370mm in length and sits 1615mm tall.

    The most powerful Kia Seltos is the LTD variant which has 130kW of power and 265nm of torque.

    The Kia Seltos is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Kia Seltos is the LTD variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1955 kg.

    The Kia Seltos uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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