Kia Seltos Price: MSRP, Trims & Real-World Cost

The Seltos is Kia's subcompact crossover, and it sits near the bottom of the brand's SUV lineup in size and price. Shoppers often search for the 2026 price, but the newest sticker numbers belong to the 2027 model year, so this page covers both and keeps them apart.

Two price bases appear below, and they should never be compared directly. One set of figures is MSRP before the destination fee. The other, from MotorTrend, already includes destination. The same trim can show two different prices depending on which list you read, and most of that gap is the destination charge.

The lineup starts with the LX. The LX FWD is $24,990, and adding all-wheel drive moves the same trim to $26,690. The S trim follows at $26,390 with front-wheel drive and $28,090 with all-wheel drive.

The EX FWD is $28,390 and the EX AWD is $30,090. The X-Line versions are all-wheel drive: the X-Line S AWD is $28,990, and the X-Line SX AWD, the most expensive listed, is $32,790.

The spread from the cheapest to the most expensive trim is wide for a small crossover, so it pays to decide early which features you want instead of drifting up the ladder at the dealership.

Every new Seltos carries a destination charge, listed at $1,495. It is a flat fee that Kia applies to every unit, and it appears as its own line on the window sticker.

The all-wheel drive option on the LX is $1,700. That figure is a useful yardstick, but the gap between FWD and AWD is not identical on every trim, so compare the exact two versions you are considering.

MotorTrend lists prices with destination already added, which is closer to what you would see on a window sticker. Its 2027 figures put the LX FWD at $26,485 and the X-Line SX AWD at $34,285.

Do not add the destination fee a second time to these numbers. If one dealer quotes a figure close to the MotorTrend list and another quotes a number close to the MSRP list, the two may be describing the same car.

Anyone shopping a leftover 2026 can use the older figures as a reference point. For the 2026 model year, MotorTrend lists the LX FWD at $25,285 and the SX AWD at $32,985, both with destination.

Trim names changed between the two years, so a straight comparison only works where the names match. Ask the dealer for the exact sticker on any 2026 still on the lot, because remaining inventory is sometimes discounted.

Front-wheel drive is the cheaper way in and fits buyers who drive mostly on paved roads in mild weather. All-wheel drive makes more sense where winters are snowy, where you drive on gravel, or where resale value in your area favors AWD. If you are leaning toward an X-Line, the choice is made for you, since those versions are all-wheel drive.

The numbers above are starting points. The final amount depends on several items that no list can predict:

• Sales tax, title, and registration, which differ by state and sometimes by county.
• Dealer documentation fees, which vary widely.
• Accessories, floor mats, and paint or package choices.
• Any dealer markup above MSRP if the trim you want is in short supply.
• Manufacturer incentives, which Kia changes over time.

Ask at least two dealers for an itemized written quote that separates the vehicle price, destination, add-ons, and fees. Comparing line by line exposes charges you did not ask for.

Insurance rates depend on your ZIP code, driving record, and trim. Fuel use depends on the drivetrain, and the EPA's fueleconomy.gov lists official ratings for each version. Ask the dealer what the factory warranty covers and which service intervals Kia recommends. Larger wheels on upper trims can make replacement tires cost more.

Your payment depends on your credit, down payment, loan length, and interest rate. Kia sometimes advertises special finance or lease offers on selected trims. Compare any dealer offer with a pre-approved loan from your bank or credit union before signing. For personal financial advice, consult a licensed professional.