5 Things We Love About the 2027 Kia Seltos
Finding a subcompact SUV that strikes the perfect balance between style, practicality, and modern technology can be a challenge; but the 2027 Kia Seltos makes a strong case for itself.
Whether you're looking for everyday utility or eye-catching design, here are five standout features that make the Seltos an impressive daily driver.
1. Seamless Charging for Everyone
Dead battery anxiety is a thing of the past. The interior is packed with accessible charging ports paired with a convenient wireless charging pad up front, ensuring both the driver and passengers can keep their devices powered on long road trips.
2. Tactile Physical Controls Meet Modern Screens
While many modern vehicles rely exclusively on touchscreen menus, Kia strikes a smarter balance. The cockpit pairs sleek digital displays with intuitive physical buttons and dials. This tactile setup allows you to adjust essential settings—like climate and volume—without taking your eyes off the road.
3. Excellent Fuel Economy
Under the hood, the efficient four-cylinder engine keeps trips to the gas station quick and affordable. Averaging around 24 mpg, it offers a solid balance of power and efficiency for commuting or weekend getaways.
4. Standout Exterior Details
Functionality doesn't come at the expense of fun styling. The unique door handle design adds a touch of supercar-inspired flair (yes, opening them feels a bit like a Lambo), giving the exterior an extra dose of personality.
5. Surprisingly Generous Cabin Space
Don't let its subcompact classification fool you. The interior layout maximizes every inch of room, offering a remarkably spacious cabin with plenty of legroom and headroom in both the front and rear seats.
For more on the new 2027 Kia Seltos, see our complete review here.
Makena is an automotive content creator and enthusiast with a passion for all things automotive, with a focus on fine-tuning BMWs, classic cars, and the stories behind them. Her interest in cars has grown from a personal passion into a career in automotive marketing and media, where she combines photography, video, writing, and storytelling to share the people, culture, and history that make the automotive world unique. With a particular appreciation for classic and enthusiast-driven cars, Makena brings a fresh, accessible perspective to automotive journalism while continuing to explore everything from iconic classics to the latest vehicles shaping the industry.
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Door handles, not so much.
Kia and Hyundai build very high quality vehicles .They have a lot of technology in them .I have one .The only real complaint is THEY HAVE NO POWER AT ALL .Its almost dangerous .If you are considering on drive it first and see how you feel getting on the freeway with traffic .Very well built but woefully DOWN ON POWER.