Kia Seltos#SP2

The Seltos started as two concept cars, the SP Concept, which was showcased at the New Delhi 2018 Auto Expo in February 2018,{{Cite web|title=Kia News and PR {{!}} Kia Motors India|url=https://www.kia.com/in/discover-kia/news/news-pr/detail.html|access-date=2019-11-02|website=www.kia.com|language=en-IN}} and the SP Signature showcased at the 2019 Seoul Motor Show in March 2019.{{cite magazine|last=Capparella|first=Joey|date=2019-06-04|title=The Kia Seltos Is a New Small SUV, and It's Likely to Come to the U.S.|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a27570897/kia-small-suv-confirmed-2020/|magazine=Car and Driver|access-date=2019-06-06}}{{cite web|last=Padeanu|first=Adrian|date=2019-03-28|title=Kia Signature Concept Hints At New Global Compact SUV|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/315704/kia-signature-concept-revealed/|access-date=2019-06-06|publisher=Motorsport Network}}{{cite web|last=Fira|first=Michael|date=2019-04-01|title=2019 Kia SP Signature Concept|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/kia/2019-kia-sp-signature-concept/|access-date=2019-06-06|website=TopSpeed}} Both concept cars have a close resemblance with the current mass-production versions. The SP Concept previewed the SP2i Seltos built in India, while the SP Signature is the concept version of the South Korean-made SP2 Seltos.{{Cite web|title=The Kia Seltos SUV (SP Concept). EDIT : Launched at Rs. 9.69 lakhs – Team-BHP|url=https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian-car-scene/195168-kia-seltos-suv-sp-concept-edit-launched-rs-9-69-lakhs.html|access-date=2019-11-02|website=Team-BHP.com|language=en}}

The Seltos was launched in South Korea on 18 July 2019, India on 22 August 2019, and the Philippines on 6 November 2019 with a release in various global markets except Europe by the end of the year.{{cite web |url=https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/prices-specs-kia-seltos-a962-20191106 |title=Here are the official PH specs and prices of the Kia Seltos crossover |first=Drei |last=Laurel |website=Top Gear Philippines |publisher=Summit Media |date=2019-11-06 |access-date=2019-11-07}}{{cite web |url=https://www.autoindustriya.com/auto-industry-news/kia-ph-launches-2020-seltos-with-php-50k-early-bird-discount.html |title=Kia PH launches 2020 Seltos with PhP 50k early bird discount |first=Vince |last=Pornelos |website=AutoIndustriya.com |date=2019-11-06 |access-date=2019-11-07}} The Seltos was also launched in Indonesia on 20 January 2020. The Seltos was launched in the United States, Canada, and Mexico in early 2020 for the 2021 model year.{{Cite web|url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2020-kia-seltos-first-drive-review/|title=2020 Kia Seltos first drive review: This little SUV will be big|last=Stevens|first=Tim|website=Roadshow|language=en|access-date=2019-11-02}}{{Cite magazine |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29846166/2021-kia-seltos-photos-info/ |title=It's Official: Kia Launching Seltos Subcompact SUV in U.S. for 2021 |magazine=Car and Driver |last=Dorian |first=Drew |date=2019-11-20 |access-date=2019-11-20}}{{cite web|url=https://noticias.autocosmos.com.mx/2019/07/04/kia-seltos-llega-a-mexico-a-principios-de-2020|title=KIA Seltos llega a México a principios de 2020 |last=Hernández |first=Luis |language=es |date=2019-07-04 |website=Autocosmos.com |access-date=2019-07-05}} It was also introduced in Russia in June 2020.

According to Kia Motors Europe COO Emilio Herrera, Kia does not offer Seltos in Europe due to the popularity of larger SUV offerings such as the Sportage and Sorento,{{Cite web|title=Kia Seltos will not be sold in Europe|url=https://uk.motor1.com/news/390486/kia-seltos-not-sold-europe/|access-date=2021-01-12|website=Motor1.com|language=en-gb}} and the release of the Stonic and XCeed in the small SUV segment.{{cite web|last=Williams|first=Jake|date=2019-06-27|title=Kia XCeed 2020 revealed: Europe's Seltos alternative finally unveiled|url=https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/kia-xceed-2020-revealed-europes-seltos-alternative-finally-unveiled-75188|access-date=2019-11-20|website=Carsguide}}

In 2020 and 2021, the Seltos was the second best-selling Kia model globally after the Sportage, with India as its largest single market.

SP2 is the internal codename designated to the South Korean built Seltos (unlike the Chinese-built SP2c and the Indian-built SP2i). This version is also assembled from knock-down kits in Russia and Uzbekistan. The SP2 Seltos is built on a platform shared with the Hyundai Kona and the Kia Soul.{{Cite web|title=2020 Kia Seltos review |url=https://www.caradvice.com.au/800977/2020-kia-seltos-review-australian-launch/|access-date=2021-05-19|website=CarAdvice.com|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=2021 Kia Seltos Sport+ FWD review|url=https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-reviews/2021-kia-seltos-sport-fwd-review|access-date=2021-05-19|website=CarExpert|date=16 April 2021 |language=en}}{{Cite web|title=2021 Kia Seltos 4-door SUV|url=https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/kia/seltos-4-door-suv/2021|access-date=2021-05-19|website=IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety|language=en|quote=The Kia Seltos was introduced in the 2021 model year and is based on the same platform as the Kia Soul.}}

File:Kia Seltos.png|SP2 model (pre-facelift)

File:2022 Kia Seltos EX in Snow White Pearl, rear right.jpg|SP2 model (pre-facelift; US)

File:2020 Kia Seltos SX - Interior 1.jpg|Interior

File:Kia Seltos SP2 PE Snow White Pearl (17) (cropped).jpg|Facelift

File:Kia Seltos SP2 PE Snow White Pearl (21) (cropped).jpg|Facelift

File:Kia Seltos Gravity SP2 PE Midnight Green (1).jpg|Interior

The Seltos (SP2) debuted in South Korea on 18 July 2019.{{Cite web|title=Kia launches entry SUV Seltos|url=https://www.msn.com/ko-kr/money/topstories/kia-launches-entry-suv-seltos/ar-AAEtT95|access-date=2020-06-08|website=www.msn.com}} Positioned above the Stonic, it is offered with two engine options, the 1.6-litre Gamma turbo petrol engine that runs on maximum of {{cvt|177|PS|kW hp|0}} and {{cvt|27|kgm|0|abbr=}} of torque with a claimed fuel efficiency of {{Convert|13|km/L|L/100km mpgus mpgimp|abbr=on}}, and the other is a 1.6-litre U-Line diesel engine is equipped with maximum of {{cvt|136|PS|hp kW|0}} and {{cvt|32.6|kgm|0}} of torque with a claimed fuel economy of {{Convert|18|km/L|L/100km mpgus mpgimp|abbr=on}}. Both engines are equipped with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It is also available with an all-wheel drive option.{{Cite web|last=Herald|first=The Korea|date=2019-07-30|title=[Behind the Wheel] With segment-blurring Seltos, Kia adds premium to small SUV lineup|url=http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20190730000461|access-date=2020-06-08|website=www.koreaherald.com|language=en}}

Several driver-assist functions including forward collision-avoidance assist, lane-following assist, lane-keeping assist, driver-attention warning, and high-beam assist are available as standard for all trims.{{Cite web|last=Herald|first=The Korea|date=2019-07-18|title=Kia Motors begins sales of compact SUV Seltos|url=http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20190718000402|access-date=2020-06-08|website=www.koreaherald.com|language=en}}

The updated model was first unveiled in July 2022.{{Cite news |title=2022 Kia Seltos Facelift Unveiled – Images, Key Features, Launch Details |work=India Car News |url=https://www.indiacarnews.com/news/2022-kia-seltos-facelift-unveiled-images-key-features-launch-details-52817/ |access-date=June 30, 2022}}{{Cite news |title=2023 Kia Seltos facelift detailed, in Australia this year |work=CarAdvice |url=https://www.drive.com.au/news/2023-kia-seltos-facelift-detailed/ |access-date=July 22, 2022}} The refreshed model features redesigned front clip, rear tailgate assembly, and other revisions. The dashboard design was revised with a single display that houses a 10.25-inch cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment system screen, and a shift-by-wire gear lever design.{{Cite news |title=Updated Kia Seltos revealed: Top 4 features |work=carwale |url=https://www.carwale.com/news/updated-kia-seltos-revealed-top-4-features/ |access-date=June 30, 2022}}

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Launched for the 2021 model year, the Seltos for the U.S. and Canada is positioned between the Soul and Sportage.{{Cite web|date=2021-03-03|title=Kia Seltos or Kia Sportage: Which model and trim should you buy?|url=https://driving.ca/reviews/comparison/kia-seltos-or-kia-sportage-which-model-and-trim-should-you-buy|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Driving|language=en-US}} It has a redesigned front bumper to maximize the front approach angle.{{Cite web|date=2019-11-25|title=Future Kia SUVs Will Follow 2021 Kia Seltos' Rugged Styling Direction|url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-kia-seltos-rugged-styling-direction-suvs-interview/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=MotorTrend|language=en}} Trim levels for the 2021 Seltos are LX, S, S Turbo, EX, and SX Turbo.

The North American Kia Seltos offers a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter with {{convert|149|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|18.3|kgm|Nm lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque, standard on LX, S, and EX trims with a CVT gearbox marketed as "Intelligent Variable Transmission" (IVT).{{Cite web|last=Reyes|first=Alvin|date=2019-12-04|title=2021 Kia Seltos: Son of Hercules Is a Strong One|url=https://www.automoblog.net/2019/12/04/2021-kia-seltos-overview/|access-date=2019-12-11|website=Automoblog|language=en-US}} Also offered is a 1.6-liter turbo engine producing {{convert|177|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|27|kgm|Nm lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque. Standard on the Seltos SX and optional on the S, the 1.6 Turbo comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available and standard on most trims except for the S model, where it is optional and has similar mechanical components as the larger Telluride.

For the 2022 model year, the Seltos received a new Kia badge with the updated Kia logo and a Nightfall Edition trim that replaced the Turbo S model.{{Cite web|title=2022 Kia Seltos Arriving With Nightfall Edition And New Badging|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/508926/2022-kia-seltos-nightfall-edition/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Motor1.com|language=en}}

In Mexico, the SP2 Seltos is not offered, as the Indian-sourced SP2i Seltos is sold in the country instead.{{Cite web|last=García|first=Gerardo|date=2019-12-31|title=KIA Seltos: Precios, versiones y equipamiento en México|url=https://www.motorpasion.com.mx/industria/kia-seltos-precios-versiones-equipamiento-mexico| access-date=2020-06-08|website=Motorpasión México|language=es}}

The Seltos launched in October 2019 in the Australian market.{{Cite web|date=2019-10-17|title=Kia Seltos 2019 Review – Australia|url=https://www.motoring.com.au/kia-seltos-2019-review-australia-121152/|access-date=2021-05-19|website=motoring.com.au|language=en-AU}} The five grades consist of S, Sport, Sport+, Sport+ AWD, and GT-Line. Engine choice for lower end variants consist of the Nu 2.0-litre petrol engine mated to CVT, while higher end AWD models are powered by the 1.6-litre Gamma T-GDi engine with a seven-speed DCT. It is equipped with a region-specific suspension tuning to suit the road conditions in Australia.{{Cite web|title=2021 Kia Seltos Sport+ AWD review {{!}} CarAdvice|url=https://www.caradvice.com.au/936398/2021-kia-seltos-sport-awd-review/|access-date=2021-05-19|website=CarAdvice.com|language=en}}

The face-lifted Seltos arrived in Australia in November 2022. It featured a refreshed design and a new dashboard. The 2.0 petrol drivetrain remained unchanged but the 1.6 T-GDI was updated for the new Smartstream G1.6 and the transmission was updated to a 8-speed auto instead of the previous 7-speed DCT

In September 2020, Kia Australia issued a recall on 2,465 units of the Seltos sold between 25 October 2019 and 25 August 2020. The affected units are to be fitted with an antitheft locking mechanism in the steering wheel column shaft to meet Australian Design Rules.{{cite web |url=https://www.caradvice.com.au/879184/2020-kia-seltos-recall/ |title=2020 Kia Seltos recalled over design compliance issue |first=Susannah |last=Guthrie |website=CarAdvice |date=2020-09-02 |access-date=2020-09-03}} The Seltos was the 25th-highest selling vehicle in Australia in 2020. For 2023, the vehicle was the fifth highest selling SUV in its class of SUVs under $45,000.

The SP2 model was also offered in the Philippines (until 2023){{Cite web|title=Seltos {{!}} Kia Philippines|url=https://www.kia.com/ph/showroom/seltos/features.html|access-date=2020-10-11|website=Kia Motors Philippines|language=en}} and Russia (until 2022).{{Cite web|title=KIA Seltos – Старт продаж в России|url=https://www.kia.ru/models/seltos/desc/|access-date=2020-10-11|website=www.kia.ru}} CKD assembly of the SP2 Seltos commenced in Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad from April 2020.{{Cite web|date=2020-04-23|title=Avtotor mastered the release of new KIA Seltos trim levels|url=https://eng.autostat.ru/news/18403/|access-date=2021-03-17|website=eng.autostat.ru|language=en}}

The SP2 Seltos received a five-star rating from Australasian New Car Assessment Program,{{Cite web|title=Kia Seltos (Oct 2019 – onwards) Crash Test Results {{!}} ANCAP|url=https://www.ancap.com.au/safety-ratings/kia/seltos/ad39fa|access-date=2021-01-27|website=www.ancap.com.au}} and a four-star rating from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

SP2i is the internally designated codename for the Seltos model manufactured in India and exported mostly to emerging markets. The SP2i Seltos is shorter by {{Convert|60|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} in length and {{Convert|20|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} in wheelbase compared to the SP2.

Visually, the SP2i Seltos can be identified from the SP2 Seltos by the hood line that ends by the grille that creates a seamless "clamshell" hood design, while for the SP2 Seltos, the hood line ends behind the Kia logo. The front end region is also slightly shorter and the rear bumper is flatter in design. The SP2i Seltos along with the Chinese KX3 also has a different interior dashboard design compared to the SP2 Seltos with a simpler HVAC vent design and an integrated infotainment screen housing.{{Cite web|title=Kia Seltos India vs International: Spec Comparison – ZigWheels|url=https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/spec-comparo/kia-seltos-india-vs-international-spec-comparison/34476/|access-date=2021-04-25|website=ZigWheels.com|language=en}}{{Cite web|date=2019-09-13|title=Kia Seltos KX3 SP2C unveiled – Gets panoramic sunroof|url=https://www.rushlane.com/kia-seltos-kx3-sp2c-12323705.html|access-date=2020-05-14|website=RushLane|language=en-US}}

The SP2i model is not offered with all-wheel drive in any markets.{{Cite web|title=Kia Seltos SUV India-spec vs US-spec: What's different?|url=https://www.overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/kia-seltos-suv-india-spec-vs-us-spec-whats-different/|access-date=2021-04-25|website=Overdrive|language=en}}

File:2021 Kia Seltos 1.6 EX (SP2i; Chile) front view.jpg|Kia Seltos (SP2i) (pre-facelift)

File:2021 Kia Seltos 1.6 EX (SP2i; Chile) rear view.jpg|Rear view (pre-facelift)

File:2021 Kia Seltos 1.4 GT Line (SP2i, Indonesia) interior.jpg|Interior (pre-facelift)

The Seltos is the first product of Kia India following its entry in the country.{{cite web |url=https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/kia-seltos-subcompact-suv-a2588-20190621 |title=This is the new Kia Seltos subcompact SUV |first=Andrew |last=Guerrero |website=Top Gear Philippines |publisher=Summit Media |date=2019-06-21 |access-date=2019-06-22}} The crossover was unveiled in New Delhi on 20 June 2019. By the time of its launch on 22 August 2019, Kia had received more than 50,000 bookings for the Seltos.{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/auto/latest-auto-news/story/kia-seltos-bookings-cross-50000-mark-check-out-the-details-1608186-2019-10-11|title=Kia Seltos bookings cross 50,000 mark|last=Singh|first=Varun|date=October 11, 2019|website=India Today|access-date=2019-12-30}} Later, the Seltos emerged as the best-selling SUV in the country by delivering 12,854 units in October 2019.{{Cite web|url=https://www.drivespark.com/four-wheelers/2019/top-selling-suvs-india-october-kia-seltos-maruti-vitara-brezza-top-ranked-report-029806.html|title=Top-Selling SUVs In India For October 2019: Kia Seltos Dominates SUV Sales In India|last=Nagaraj|first=Rahul|date=2019-11-07|website=www.drivespark.com|language=en|access-date=2019-12-30}} As of 1 April 2020, the Seltos sales crossed the 80,000 mark in India.{{cite magazine|last=Bhatia|first=Nikhil|date=2020-04-01|title=Kia Seltos sales cross 80,000 mark in India|url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/kia-seltos-sales-cross-80000-mark-in-india-416761|magazine=Autocar India|access-date=2020-04-25}}

In India, the Seltos is offered in two submodels, which are the Tech Line and GT Line. Three engine options are offered in India, consisting of two petrol engines and one diesel engine. The petrol engines are the 1.5-litre, naturally aspirated engine that makes {{convert|115|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} paired with six-speed manual transmission, six-speed iMT transmission and CVT, and a 1.4-liter Kappa turbo engine that produces {{convert|140|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} paired with six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The diesel engine is a 1.5-litre U-Line unit that produces {{convert|115|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} paired with six-speed manual transmission, six-speed iMT or six-speed torque-converter automatic.

In August 2021, a new sub-model named X-Line was introduced in India. The new X-Line consist only of cosmetic changes rather than mechanical changes. The trim is available in two engine options, 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine and the 1.5-litre CRDi diesel.{{Cite web|title=New Kia Seltos X-Line unveiled; India launch round the corner|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/auto/car-news/article/new-kia-seltos-x-line-unveiled-india-launch-round-the-corner/803939|access-date=2021-08-30|website=www.timesnownews.com|date=26 August 2021 |language=en}} Upgrades included 18-inch alloy wheels and piano black trim highlights.{{Cite web|date=August 26, 2021|first=Rahul|last=Ghosh|title=Kia Seltos X Line: All the details here|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/auto/latest-auto-news/story/kia-seltos-x-line-all-the-details-here-1845598-2021-08-26|access-date=2021-08-30|website=India Today}}

The refreshed model of the SP2i Seltos was released in India in July 2023. The model features a similar styling to the 2023 facelift of the South Korean-made Seltos.{{Cite web |last=Srithar |first=Aniruthan |title=2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Breaks Cover With Fresh Styling, More Features And New Turbo-petrol Power |url=https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/general-news/2023-kia-seltos-facelift-breaks-cover-with-fresh-styling-more-features-and-new-turbo-petrol-power/50288/ |access-date=2023-07-05 |website=ZigWheels}} It is offered in two submodels, which are the Tech Line, GT Line, and X-Line. New equipment were introduced, such as a dual screen set-up with two 10.25-inch displays, electronic parking brake, panoramic sunroof, and an advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS).{{Cite web |last=Agarwal |first=Ujjawal |title=Every Fresh Detail About The Facelifted 2023 Kia Seltos In 10 Images |url=https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/general-news/every-fresh-detail-about-the-facelifted-2023-kia-seltos-in-10-images/50293/ |access-date=2023-07-05 |website=ZigWheels}}

Following a brief discontinuation, Kia reintroduced a turbo-petrol engine in India.{{Cite web |last=Srithar |first=Aniruthan |title=Turbo-petrol Variants Of 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift To Become More Accessible |url=https://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/general-news/turbo-petrol-variants-of-2023-kia-seltos-facelift-to-become-more-accessible/50303/ |access-date=2023-07-05 |website=ZigWheels}} A 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine replaces the older 1.4-litre version engine that was phased out in March 2023 as it did not meet Bharat Stage 6 Phase 2 emissions norms. The new engine is mated to a 6-speed clutchless 'intelligent' manual transmission (iMT) or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.{{Cite web |last=Khare |first=Satvik |date=2023-07-04 |title=Kia Seltos facelift makes India debut |url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/kia-seltos-facelift-makes-india-debut-428648}}

File:Kia Seltos 2024 2.jpg|2024 Seltos (facelift; India)

File:Kia Seltos 2024.jpg|2024 Seltos (facelift; India)

The Indian-built Seltos is exported to several regions, which mostly are emerging markets, including South Africa, North Africa, Southeast Asia (except the Philippines), the Middle East (Except the UAE), and other South Asian markets.{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/kia-begins-seltos-suv-exports-414485|title=Kia begins Seltos SUV exports|website=Autocar India|language=en|access-date=2020-01-20}} It is also assembled by kits in Vietnam starting from July 2020.{{Cite web|title=Hyundai Kona bất ngờ giảm giá|trans-title=Hyundai Kona unexpectedly reduced the price, "abruptly" Kia Seltos has just launched|url=https://thethao247.vn/350-hyundai-kona-bat-ngo-giam-gia-dan-mat-kia-seltos-vua-ra-mat-d210320.html|access-date=2020-10-11|website=Thể thao 247|date=28 July 2020 |language=vi}} The exported pre-facelift version of the Seltos from India was available with a 1.6-litre petrol engine, which is not offered in the Indian domestic market.

It was updated for the Mexican market on 6 August 2021, incorporating the new Kia logo.{{cite web |last1=García |first1=Gerardo |title=El KIA Seltos 2022 ya tiene precio en México: el SUV más vendido ajusta gama y estrena logo |url=https://www.motorpasion.com.mx/industria/kia-seltos-2022-precios-versiones-equipamiento-mexico |website=Motorpasión México |access-date=6 August 2021 |language=es-MX |date=6 August 2021}} Since August 2023, with the facelifted model Kia Mexico started sourcing the Seltos from China instead of India.{{Cite web |last=Rodríguez |first=Ivet |date=2023-08-22 |title=Kia lanza un Seltos 'made in China' para asegurar disponibilidad de unidades |url=https://expansion.mx/empresas/2023/08/22/kia-seltos-2024-precio-mexico-versiones |access-date=2024-03-07 |website=Expansión |language=es}} The Seltos was the best-selling SUV in Mexico in 2020 and 2021.{{Cite web|last=García|first=Gerardo|date=2022-01-08|title=Los 379 autos más vendidos de México en 2021: la lista completa del ranking de ventas|url=https://www.motorpasion.com.mx/industria/autos-vendidos-mexico-2021|access-date=2022-01-11|website=Motorpasión México|language=es}}

The Indian-specification Seltos is equipped as standard with two frontal airbags, two front side thorax-protecting airbags (6 airbags made standard in July 2022),{{Cite web |title=Kia Seltos Now Gets Four Airbags As Standard, New Features Added Too {{!}} CarDekho.com |url=https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/kia-seltos-gets-my22-update-feature-upgrades-includes-four-airbags-as-standard-28858.htm |access-date=2022-04-29 |website=CarDekho |language=en}} antilock brakes, electronic stability control (made standard in April 2022), all-wheel disc brakes, rear parking sensors and front seatbelt reminders. Head-protecting curtain airbags are available on higher trim levels, as are tyre pressure monitoring and blind spot detection.

Global NCAP crash-tested the Indian-market Kia Seltos in its basic safety specification (of the time) of two airbags and anti-lock brakes in 2020 (similar to Latin NCAP 2013).{{cite web|title=Maruti Suzuki Rated ZERO in Latest Global NCAP Crash Tests while Kia and Hyundai Score 3 and 2 Stars Each|url=http://www.globalncap.org/maruti-suzuki-rated-zero-in-latest-global-ncap-crash-tests/|access-date=23 November 2020|website=globalncap.org|archive-date=15 November 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201115233416/http://www.globalncap.org/maruti-suzuki-rated-zero-in-latest-global-ncap-crash-tests/|url-status=dead}} The car scored three stars out of five for adult occupant protection in a 64 km/h frontal offset impact.{{Cite web|url=https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/605de55dc3eb8c4081d9e365/1616766302780/SaferCarsForIndia-Seltos-factsheet.pdf|title=Kia SELTOS - 2 AIRBAGS}} The Seltos did not score any points for dynamics for child occupants because Kia refused to nominate child seats for the test.{{Cite web |title=Global NCAP Press Release #SaferCarsForIndia November 2020: Maruti Suzuki S-PRESSO, Hyundai GRAND i10 NIOS, Kia SELTOS |date=20 November 2020 |url=https://www.globalncap.org/news/s-presso-gck5a}}

Body-in-white repair manuals confirm that the SP2i has different dimensions, shapes and parts from the SP2, and also show that hot-formed reinforcements that aid energy dissipation in the IIHS driver-side small overlap test, which are present in the SP2, are missing in the SP2i.{{Cite web |title=Kia Seltos body structure facts & comparison with the Hyundai Creta |url=https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian-car-scene/229943-kia-seltos-body-structure-facts-comparison-hyundai-creta.html |access-date=2022-04-29 |website=Team-BHP.com |language=en}}

{{See also|Kia KX3}}In September 2019, the Seltos was unveiled at the Chengdu Motor Show as the second-generation Kia KX3, with the local name KX3 Aopao (傲跑). Coded internally as SP2c, this model debuted in the Chinese market in December 2019.{{cite web |last=Hu |date=2019-09-05 |title=All-New Kia KX3 (Seltos) China Version Debut on 2019 Chengdu Motor Show |url=https://www.chinapev.com/dongfeng/dongfeng-yueda-kia/all-new-kia-kx3-seltos-china-version-debut-on-2019-chengdu-motor-show/ |accessdate=2019-11-09 |website=China Car News}} The KX3 has a {{Convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wheelbase, longer than any other versions of the Seltos.

In April 2023, the KX3 was renamed to Seltos coinciding with the release of its refreshed model.{{Cite web |title=【图】二季度上市 起亚Seltos定名为赛图斯_汽车之家 |url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202304/1282633.html |access-date=2023-04-18 |website=www.autohome.com.cn}} The facelifted SP2c replaced the Korea-built SP2 in the Philippines in December 2023 and the Indian-built SP2i for the UAE, and Latin America in August 2023.{{cite web |url=https://www.autoindustriya.com/auto-industry-news/why-kia-ph-dropped-2-0l-for-2024-seltos.html |title=Why Kia PH dropped 2.0L for 2024 Seltos |first=Marcus |last=de Guzman |website=AutoIndustriya.com |date=2023-12-04 |access-date=2024-05-15}}

File:2019 Dongfeng-Yueda-Kia KX3.jpg|2019 Kia KX3 (pre-facelift)

File:Kia Seltos 001.jpg|2023 Seltos (facelift)

File:KIA SELTOS (SP2) CHINA VERSION INTERIOR.jpg|Interior (facelift)

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U.S. News & World Report ranked the Kia Seltos at No. 4 on its list of Best Subcompact SUVs for 2022, giving it a score of 8.2 out of 10.{{cite news |url=https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/rankings/subcompact-suvs |title=Best Subcompact SUVs for 2022 |newspaper=U.S. News & World Report |access-date=2022-04-14}}

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