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Aug 18, 2023

Searching for the best compact SUV in the market? You really can’t go wrong with the 2023 Kia Seltos. This five-seater boasts plenty of cargo space, enticing drivability, and a long list of standard technological equipment. Here’s a quick introduction to the all-new Seltos.

An Overview of the 2023 Kia Seltos

1. What’s new?

Kia has equipped all Seltos trims with new acoustic glass windshields to help minimize noise. The value-oriented S trim now offers rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency brakes, and blind spot collision avoidance as standard equipment. You can also order the S trim with a bigger 10.3-inch infotainment display with navigation.

2. Exterior Design

Your new Seltos’ exterior design is unmistakable at first glance with its bold contemporary design. The projector headlights provide enhanced illumination, enabling drivers to better detect obstacles on the road. The body color matching power adjustable side view mirrors accent the attractive design of the vehicle. Customize your Seltos to your liking when you choose between a variety of exterior colors available, including steel gray, mars orange, Starbright yellow, Neptune blue, snow white pearl, and more.

3. Performance

This year’s Seltos continues its legacy of advanced capability, featuring a 2-liter four-cylinder with intelligent variable transmission to crank out 146 horsepower and 132 lb. feet of torque. There’s also an available I-6 turbocharged four-cylinder, delivering 175 horsepower and 195 lb. feet of torque. Choose your driving style from three available drive modes: Normal, Eco, and Sport.

4. Interior Amenities

The classy interior of the all-new Seltos features some of the most luxurious materials on the market. The dual-level cargo floor offers extra storage options, and the 6-way manual driver’s seat will help you personalize your seating position. The center console offers more space to store personal items, ensuring your cabin stays clutter-free. The base 8-inch touchscreen display comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.

5. Driver-Assistance Technology

Your all-new Seltos features a multitude of standard and available driver-help features to ensure you reach your destinations in one piece. These include auto-high beam headlamps, lane-keeping assist, and lane-following assist. The driver attention warning increases safety and attentiveness by detecting and warning when the attention of drivers decreases.

The rear seat alert will notify you to check the rear seat for occupants before exiting the vehicle. Available driver-help features are blind spot monitoring, safe exit warning, cyclist detection, and adaptive cruise control.

There are a lot of thrilling features to explore when you choose the ’23 Seltos. Drivers will love the intelligent Torque Vectoring Differential that uses yaw rate and steering sensors to identify unwanted under-steer while cornering, allowing drivers to maintain vehicle stability during certain driving scenarios. Stop by Coughlin Kia of Newark to take the new Seltos for a test drive!