The All-New 2021 Kia Seltos Packs a Punch! | Detailed Review
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- Any new KIA SUV nowadays seems to get a lot of attention with good reason. First the Telluride, next the new Sorento gets revealed, then the official release of this 2021 Kia Seltos..and they're all very impressive and offer more than many people expected. This new Kia Seltos is a great size without being too small or too big, but it offers a lot of interior passenger and cargo space. Hard plastics fill the cabin, but aside from that..it's a very nice vehicle for this class. This 2021 Kia Seltos EX is my trim level of choice thanks to it's great value and naturally aspirated engine, but a Turbo can be had on the S and SX. Compared to Honda, Toyota, Mazda, Subaru, and literally any other suv this competes with..it does very well.
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What do you think of the Seltos? It impressed me with its space, features, and overall package for the price and size.
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I like it. Im thinking with my back the height may be just right.
Overall I like my new Santa Fe much better for the same price....
It's nice. Im looking for more back/cargo space. I wish the back seats would fold down flat - same issue in my KIA Soul. Back area is my huskeys area ;*)
I don't like the front design. It looks they patch it up with uncohesive shapes and materials that don't turn out great. The side profile looks like the Nissan Kicks.
I liked it so much I bought 2 of them. Both SX Turbos.
Wife just bought S Turbo a month ago. 1500 miles later, she loves it. Great power and more room on the inside than you would think, and she gets compliments all the time on the looks. And, lowest MPG yet is 27 and best 34! NO BS! I think the EPA under rated this vehicle. She traded 2016 Sportage, which never had any problems with. Kia simply makes a great product for the $.
Auto or AWD? I'd like something with AWD and some ground clearance for winter, but also want to get at least 30mpg combined. Right now I'm considering a used Volt or Optima Hybrid and an old 4WD. It would be nice to be able to only get one vehicle to handle both needs.
@@cdubbleyoo I think it is all wheel drive.
Any issues ?
Got one for my wife last Saturday. Snow white pearl. LX with AWD and added a remote starter. Very nice vehicle.
David Barker can u remote start from an app with phone. I want this car my current Buick Encore I can start with my app I love it
Which company for the remote start? I'm thinking about getting one.
How has it been holding up?
Did u order online or went to the dealer?
How much is the remote starter?
The first time I saw a Seltos I had no idea what I was looking at. The design is such a deviation from what we've come to expect from Kia, but I love it.
Just bought a Turbo S yesterday and I’ve never ever considered a Kia in my life. I sort of mini-panicked after getting home with it after a long day at the dealership. But after a day of taking it around the city and seeing your review I feel a lot better! Thanks for a great video!
Glad to hear it! 😁👍
This car shook the Indian market when it launched last year, consistent record breaking sales each month
My dad got one last week. Selling like hot cakes in India
@@RandomGuy-co7rq yes, the June sales figure says it all, Kia is really committed to the Indian market, unlike Honda, Toyota and other European car makers, who are still dilly dallying in the marketing.
@@RandomGuy-co7rq usually junks are selling like hot cakes in india
@@redbull2473 you want junk buy Honda and Nissan
@@joskjj3625 honda is not junk.. check kia seltos 3* bullshit rating
Got my SXT about a week and a half ago. I absolutely love It! Very comfortable, it has the bose sound system which is fantastic, mine does have auto brake hold as it has the electronic parking brake, very comfortable seats, so much space, and the adaptive cruise and lane keep work fantastic! I highly recommend this car.
im feeling this design. Your reviews are spot on!
Thank you very much!
Omg!!! I love when you do that in your reviews❤️❤️ and i don’t even have to say what cause you know☺️
My hubby bought me a 2021 Kia Seltos SX in limited edition color Starburst Yellow. Best vehicle I ever owned. It drives so smooth and very comfortable. It has all the new technology and took time to get use to. It's got the sporty luxurious look I wanted without paying the price. Worth the money and suggest it to anyone looking for a good suv.
Just purchased one 2 days ago and it’s my first SUV and I love it!
I've been driving a 2012 kia soul since November of 2011, put 250k miles on it and it's still going strong. Really considering getting the seltos.
What a neat review. Loved it brother!👍🏻keep up the good work.👏🏻
Thank you very much!
I pick up my SX turbo Pearl White tomorrow!!! Your video really informed my decision. So thank you!
Just got my EX last week!! Love it❤
The EX is what I am considering. Are there any drawbacks to it?
This video was the model I wanted in the exact color I wanted and you talked about literally every single detail I wanted. I watched nearly every single video on YT about this EX model and somehow missed this gem. Liked and Sub’d! Great video man 👍🏻
That’s awesome to hear, thank you so much! It’s a great vehicle especially for the price and size! 😁👍
Prime Autotainment thanks for the reply!
Just leased the same exact model/color and love it. Went into the dealer with low expectations and was surprised
I’ve got a 2015 Sonata and the engine blew up at 42,000 miles despite changing the oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
My wife just bought this same color / trim level with a sunroof. This exact car I believe. We got it 2 months ago and she loves it
Just bought mine today and get to pick it up tomorrow. Super excited 👍
You make a very good report and video. No unnecessary loud annoying music as well 👍
Love the fact that this vehicle has a mechanical emergency brake & not an electric one!!!
Its electric on the SX AWD trim .
Great review and explanation of what is on each trim level.
Thank you!
_Fantastic review!! Purchased the EX trim recently and it suits my needs amazingly - my dislike is the auto stop/start; it just feels really weird. But so far that is the only thing that seems to bother me. Thank you so much_ 😊
might getting this as my next car 😍
I really love the design can't wait to test drive the SX Turbo model ❤️
I have one.
Great Review! I Hope it comes as this one for Brazil. Thanks!
Great review! I have watched a bunch of reviews from others, and yours is the most comrehensive!
Thank you very much!
Well.. you sold me! Getting it this week!
Let me know if it’s bigger or smaller than a Chevy equinox. I can’t really tell! Please & thanks :)
THEA WATERS that’s awesome, enjoy it! 😁👍
Elyssa the Chevy equinox is a decent amount bigger on the outside, but they are very similar on the inside, especially the cargo area
Prime Autotainment that’s awesome! I have a Chevy equinox and I want to get a new car, as long as it has similar cargo space I’m sold !!
DO NOT BUY KIA/HYUNDAI CARS.
these engines catch fire.
Thanks! You answered a lot of questions I had!
i got my SX in april and i am still enjoying it !
Glad to hear it!
Saw this in the showroom. Looked really nice
Great review! I’m awaiting confirmation from my local dealership tomorrow morning on what SX models are available to purchase. I aiming to be a Seltos owner within a couple weeks time!
That’s awesome! Thank you!
I bought mine in March. Love it
Very impressive review, so much detail, information, and very clear and approachable guy. Big and hunky :D
What a value. I am coming from a 1st and 2nd generation Honda CRV. Those cars rocked! The Seltos has about the same room and rides much better. Not sure I will get the 20 years I got out of my 1st gen CRV, but from what I have experienced so far, KIA did a really great job on the Seltos. Lots of room, both in the back, front, and middle, and I'm 6 feet tall. I love the features and comfort. All for just over 22 grand! It's a pleasure to drive. Don't worry about the road noise. The CRV's were allot louder, and nobody made much of an issue about that. I mean CRV's were ALLOT louder. This is one of those rare cars that gives you a huge bang for the buck. If you want a luxury car go buy one, but if you want a great all around car with great utility, I think we found a winner!
Definitely a handsome little crossover. Really dig this particular trim, especially in this color. I can see a lot of styling cues which remind me of the new highlander.
Actually looks more like a Land Rover.
This morning when I woke up, didn't expect to be driving this bad boy home. Got the Pearl White S. I have to say, as soon as I saw this in person and was behind the wheel, I was sold. This thing is really sexy in person. I'm in love with this. 😁 Wish the companies had some sort of affiliate program for individuals such as yourself as this video pushed me to check this car out and have me make the decision. Great video. Sold me 👍
Thank you, that’s awesome! I hope you continue to enjoy it!
Awesome man. It’s only like 4 inches smaller than the sportage
I love the look of this vehicle! Seltos sx. This will be my next car! I cant wait.
Perfect size SUV.....great review, as usual!
Thank you!
This review was very helpful and unbiased!
Thank you, glad to hear it!
Just bought a white EX today. I work for a kia dealer as well. For the price, this little all wheel drive car is awesome. I live in New England too so I cant wait to rip around in the snow
We literally just bought one last Saturday for my hubby, in the SX Turbo. We absolutely love it. Shopping is easy, with plenty of storage space. We got the Neptune Blue, and named her Navi, as we're also huge Zelda fans! This is out 3rd Kia in 6 years and we are super happy with the offers they have, the other 2 are Souls, and we'll keep going back to Kia for cars in the future.
Very good
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Very nice suv i really like the snow white color in the video. Kia did GOOD!
I actually like it. I drove it yesterday SX1.6 GTI AWD. I was impressed. I have a 2018 Nissan Maxima which I love but it’s just to big for me and when I need to haul something or put my bike inside the car ...I have to take my wheel off...I won’t need to with this vehicle. I’m giving up some bells and whistles but gaining different ones as well. Good review! I am buying this vehicle.
Great review. Love the Seltos!
Thank you!
What a Review! You touched Point no Everything...this just got to Puerto Rico and I've been waiting for cheap SUV besides the Tucson. Now i don't know if ti wait for the 2021 Tucson change or to Buy this. I like it's price and that is AWD
Thanks to this video I bought my 2021 seltos last September. And I love it ♥️
That’s awesome!
Reaaaallly thinking about trading up into one of these. The storage looks awesome, especially since I just took on a sport coaching role and have to haul a TON of gear now. Thanks for the awesome review!
Excellent review.
Thank you Brian!
Purchased one of these in February when I took my Soul in for an oil change, and saw the Seltos in the showroom. Had no intention of getting another car, but the Seltos resolved the one thing I didn't like about the Soul, and that was lack of cargo space with the seats up. I wanted more, but didn't need tons more (just wanted my golf equipment to fit nicely, which it does), so the Seltos fit right in the slot I was looking for. As far as I'm concerned, the ONLY competitor in its class, when you consider cargo space, is the Suby Crosstrek. But the Kia is cheaper, gets a little better gas mileage in the FWD version (which is what I got), and has the better warranty. However, my wife has a fully-loaded 2018 Crosstrek, and it does drive a bit smoother than the Kia, but I find the Kia seats a little more comfortable. Both are nice vehicles, and I have no regrets about buying the Kia. I bought the 'S' trim, which is the only one you can get FWD in, and it has all the bells and whistles I need. Blind-spot monitoring would have been nice, but I've been driving for 43 years without it and haven't sideswiped anyone yet (came close a time or two), so it wasn't a deal-breaker.
Can I ask you why did you go for the FWD instead of the AWD?
How’s the warranty
@@lavapop1900 A bit late for this reply. Sorry, but I never saw your question until now. I'll respond just for the benefit of anyone else who might look at this thread. I went for FWD because it gets slightly better gas mileage (according to estimates) and was less expensive, and I don't need AWD, as my wife has an AWD vehicle and I just stay home when the weather is bad anyway. I also figured it was less stuff that could break, though that isn't based on any mechanical knowledge. Essentially, it was price and better gas mileage.
@@indofokinfolkfoo3448 In the U.S., it's one of the best out there (5 yr/60k overall and 10yr/100k on powertrain), but I have no idea how easy it is to get work done under warranty since I've not had to do it. Still loving the car though.
I'm looking at maybe getting one of these myself. I'm 6'6" and fit just fine
I love it.. Will soon purchase one
Getting me one for my 40th birthday.
Excellent review! Thanks for posting!
Thanks for watching!
Excellent view!!! 👍👍😊
Nice video and review 👍like that color
O yeaaaaa I think this is what I'm getting next... Love It...
Thanks for the great review!
Thank you very much!
I have this exact vehicle! Model, color, trim everything. I love her 🥰
Excellent review, impressed with your real world thoroughness. The one bad part of the Kia isn't the vehicles plastic though, it's the dealers. After visiting the Kia website and requesting a quote from 5 different dealers I received replies that failed to give me any of the quotes I requested, just bs remarks like, "...none of our Kia Seltos' sell for the MSRP..." or "...we don't have any vehicles in stock..." Good car with lousy dealers equals no sale to me. I work too hard to be treated like a that. Kia should get sales people match their cars.
Getting ready to take ownership of a gray ex today. Kia makes great cars period.
After searching, and searching, and losing a few, I was able to get my hands o. The SX Turbo with a sunroof in the Snow White Pearl. I'm in love! Drives great! Down sized from a Honda Mini van. I still feel like I'm in a larger vehicle! Love the features for the price. My only issue is that I'm having a problem with the Bluetooth. After tons of trouble shooting. It's going in to the shop on Monday. Other than that, it's literally the most fun vehicle I've ever driven.
I love u
Very good job, Sir! I like the size of the Seltos. Do you know if you will get the turbo top trim? Maybe just for a short video. I would like to see it and your take on it. The Seltos appears to be another homerun for Kia! Just not into a CVT or IVT.
Just bought an SX AWD turbo in pearl white last night. I love it. Traded in my 2015 Kia Sportage for it. Nothing wrong with my Sportage, but I wanted an AWD vehicle. Super happy with it.
That’s awesome! Glad to hear it...I was really impressed by it 😁👍
1:12 This is a great car for seniors because the turn signal is always on
just bought this today! SX turbo, gravity gray, such an amazing price
How much? I'm looking for one now
Had to make sure you got the led headlights and blind spot alerts huh? I think it’s stupid that everyone makes sure they get that because they just want everything to be update
@@jacob1652 the LED headlights are definitely worth the upgrade
I went through Costco paid only $28,333. for SX AWD with the sun roof option since it was separate. 3k below msrp about. I didnt get the mud flaps but Costco made me get the paint protection option so , ok ) . Still nothing els I tested that I liked came even close to the price, and the Adaptive cruse is amazing . Other vehicles I tested and researched that didn't get my sale for all different reasons include Mazda CX-30 C-x5, Ford Bronco 1.5, Sub Forrester an Cross Trek , 21 kia sorento fWD. Nis rogue.Hyundai Santa Fe and Kohna AWD. Seltos was a winner for me out of all of those others. under 40 K was my goal and I came away 11k under budget! Guess who has room in the garage for another motorcycle now )!
This is the best review video on the Kia Seltos. Thank you!
Thank you!
I’ve had my Chevy Malibu for eight years and now it’s time to get a new car and I was so confused when I got to the dealer about which car to get so I left with nothing but after doing some research I think I want this car your review was great wish me luck 🤞🏿
It so great. I hope that in the meantime . It will sell in my country
I love my Kia Seltos!!!
Hi Nolan. Great detailed review. A nice looking SUV in white but a little bit fussy at the front headlights. Love Kia/Hyundai interiors, everything where you need it, and real buttons. I would buy it to replace my Tucson if we had it in the UK, though I would want a manual transmission. Enjoy your day :-)
It's clean! Looking classier than the price might suggest.
I think I found something to compliment my 2011 optima ❤️❤️❤️
I want to get the top trim. 😍
Got mine last week. It’s a spectacular car .
That’s great to hear!
Did you buy the s? I'm looking at buying the s but I'm not sure.
I haven't done a test drive yet soon .
Hey Dan. What class did you end up getting and what were the perks or drawbacks you are seeing based on that choice?
Just bought a new seltos steel gray, sx turbo with bose speakers and mood light. Lovin it at 18😂
Hi.... can you give more feedback on your experience
I want to get one someday. Great review thank you.
Nessa ASMR that would be awesome, thank you for watching!
@@PrimeAutotainmentI just subbed so I can check your other car reviews. I love yellow or blue :)
Nessa ASMR thank you, I appreciate that!
This is awesome!
Wow dude! You did a great and thorough review, and didn't take forever. Love how you showed all the buttons. Does is have ambient lighting in the speakers that you can change the colors like the 2020 model? Love that the higher trim level comes with Bose speakers (I like loud music) Love how it looks on the exterior and interior. Just wish it had panoramic sunroof, heated steering wheel, and ventilated seats. And also want a quieter in-cabin vehicle. My Optima seems to let more noise in than I'm comfortable with.
Yes it has a lighting mode with all different colors like on most the new cars in the higher trims. Lights flash with music if you want that setting .
Watching from India ❤️
Don't understand why this great looking car isn't coming to the UK. It would sell like hot cakes.
Nice review. Nice little SUV. What sucks is that the Kia Seltos also comes with a diesel engine but are not sold in America. Imagine if they did.
This is the Korean Jeep XJ...simple, practical, useful and affordable. I've never bought a KIA..kinda always been a snob about it. But the Seltos EX will be my first one. Good job Kia.
Nice vehicle. Good value for the $$. I'm putting it on my list of next possible vehicles
I have booked one already!!!! :))
got my seltos s last month very good car good mpg even thou its ivt model i have no issue car is not sluggish. love it👍🏽
Glad to hear it!
I’ve owned my SX Turbo in the Onyx shade for just about 2 months now. IM IN LOVE with her 😍. Previous vehicles were; 2015 Mini Cooper and a 2018 Wrangler Sahara. And can easily say that it’s the best handling vehicle I’ve driven. Not quite as efficient as the mini was, but obviously the mini was a FWD and significantly smaller.
Glad to hear it! They did a great job with this one. Hope you continue to enjoy it! 👍
How is the road noise for you?
Tee Cat it’s actually not bad! I had a Jeep prior to this, and a Mini before that so the noise is significantly better
@@laurapardy8297 ok 👍🏻 thanks so much for your reply. I’ll be test driving one on Tuesday.
Tee Cat test drive the SX Turbo 😍 lol
I love my new 2021 Kia seltos ❤️❤️
Did you have a chance to test the sound system? I know it’s not the trim with BOSE but, how’d it sound?
I bought this truck so fast. About two months in and love it. And love that I have the only one on the road for now lol
Not a truck.
Hyundai/Kia/Genesis are killing it as of late. Top notch styling, materials, tech, features etc all for less $ than their competitor! You can charge less for more when you also produce the steel in your vehicles 😉
I bought Kia seltos ex a month ago ,l loved it
It looks nice 👍
Will be looking at this when I buy next year.
I like the Escape but don't like the 3 cyl engine.
Looking for power seat and fog lights. Not AWD.
I love mine. Dark Ocean Blue! ♥️
Please, for the love of all that is good and inexpensive (like Kia) - share the merits of this model and why you enjoy it so much. There seems to be a lot of haters commenting everywhere and they go into great detail about their distaste. But it would be refreshing to hear about someone who is satisfied with their Seltos! Have owned a 2010 Sportage Active for the past 6 years and never had a single problem with any aspect of the car, be it motor, transmission or in general. Thinking of buying a Seltos soon.
A good comprehensive review! Great job. In the S trim FWD, it is real competition for the Soul EX which is high on my list for my next car. The Soul EX includes more equipment that I want than the Seltos S and it amazed me to see that they have almost the same fuel economy. What the S does not have (but the Soul EX has) includes these: 10" screen, heated power driver seat, dual auto climate control, Sirius XM radio, smart key push button start, blind spot/rear cross traffic alerts, plus some other minor things). Oooooops, maybe the Soul is better for me since I do not want or need AWD. I actually like the look of the Seltos more and it has a bit more storage in back. So no decision yet and I will try to drive them back to back.
Thank you Thomas! Those extra features on the soul are definitely nice and it’s a great value too. Definitely a tough decision. I’d you drive them let me know what you think! 👍
The Soul is an excellent vehicle, as I had one prior to my Seltos, but you might eventually start wishing you had a bit more cargo space on those trips to the grocery store and other shopping trips (and if you golf). I know the specs don't show that the cargo space in the Seltos is that much bigger, but it sure seems significantly bigger in usage.
I stood next to a Kona the other day and according to my search it’s 61” in height while the Seltos is ~64” in height but it looks like this car is right around neck level for you. I was thinking the Kona feels more like a sedans height with a hatchback. The difference of a few inches isn’t much but it does seem taller.
The Kona is quieter and less roomy inside and less ground clearance with no locking AWD or down hill breaking assist, Kona is better for road only or if you don't need the inside.
Picking up ours this weekend. Black Cherry LX.
How is it
I LOVE IT!!
Very nice. Hope you are doing well. :)
Doing well here, I hope the same for you!
4:57 The reason I watched this video. I live in my car... out of choice. Thank you.
Best in class.