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2021 Kia Seltos MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Kia Seltos is a small SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 31 MPG combined (29 city / 34 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 27 to 31 MPG. Among 92 small SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 21st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,500 a year to fuel.

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Combined 31 MPG 29 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,500 15,000 mi/yr · $10.00 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #21 of 92 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Kia Seltos's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2912.38.1
Highway3414.56.9
Combined3113.27.6

How it ranks among 2021 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model Y129 MPGe $702
  2. 2Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $729
  3. 3Volkswagen ID.499 MPGe $918
  4. 4Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid105 MPGe + 40 MPG $966
  5. 5Toyota RAV4 Prime94 MPGe + 38 MPG $1,049
  6. 21Kia Seltos31 MPG $1,500
  7. 92Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2021 SeltosOther small SUVsClass median: $1,860/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Seltos MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Seltos FWD		 Gas 29 MPG 34 MPG 31 MPG — $1,500
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Seltos AWD		 Gas 27 MPG 31 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed dual-clutch
Seltos AWD		 Gas 25 MPG 30 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
285 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
7/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2021 Kia Seltos vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet TrailBlazer 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Encore 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid 74 MPGe + 26 MPG · $1,491/yr Outlander Plug-in Hybrid saves $9/yr vs Toyota RAV4 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Seltos saves $50/yr vs Honda CR-V 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Seltos saves $50/yr vs Ford Escape 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Seltos saves $50/yr vs Nissan Rogue 33 MPG · $1,409/yr Rogue saves $91/yr vs Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid 34 MPG · $1,368/yr Santa Fe Hybrid saves $132/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Kia Seltos?

Up to 31 MPG combined (29 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 27 to 31 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 Kia Seltos use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Kia Seltos?

The 2021 Kia Seltos's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 12.3 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Kia Seltos per year?

About $1,500 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.00 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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