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2023 Kia Seltos FWD, 2.0 Liters, 4 Cylinders, 8 Speeds, Automatic Transmission MPG

City MPG: 29 MPG (U.S.) 8 L/100km 12 km/liter 35 MPG (Imperial)Highway MPG: 35 MPG (U.S.) 7 L/100km 15 km/liter 42 MPG (Imperial)Combined MPG: 31 MPG (U.S.) 8 L/100km 13 km/liter 37 MPG (Imperial)Vehicle Size Class:Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDNumber Of Cylinders:4Engine Size:2.0 LitersTransmission:AutomaticTransmission Description:Select Shift No Lockup/Automatic Transmission Fully Variable Gear RatiosForward Speed:8Drive System:Front-Wheel DriveFuel Type: Regular Gasoline

2023 Kia Seltos AWD, 1.6 Liters, 4 Cylinders, 7 Speeds, Automatic Transmission MPG

City MPG: 25 MPG (U.S.) 9 L/100km 11 km/liter 30 MPG (Imperial)Highway MPG: 30 MPG (U.S.) 8 L/100km 13 km/liter 36 MPG (Imperial)Combined MPG: 27 MPG (U.S.) 9 L/100km 11 km/liter 32 MPG (Imperial)Vehicle Size Class:Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDNumber Of Cylinders:4Engine Size:1.6 LitersTransmission:AutomaticTransmission Description:Select Shift Automated Manual TransmissionForward Speed:7Drive System:All-Wheel DriveFuel Type:Regular GasolineTurbo Charged:YesEngine:Spark-Ignition Direct-Injection

2023 Kia Seltos AWD, 2.0 Liters, 4 Cylinders, 8 Speeds, Automatic Transmission MPG

City MPG: 27 MPG (U.S.) 9 L/100km 11 km/liter 32 MPG (Imperial)Highway MPG: 31 MPG (U.S.) 8 L/100km 13 km/liter 37 MPG (Imperial)Combined MPG: 29 MPG (U.S.) 8 L/100km 12 km/liter 35 MPG (Imperial)Vehicle Size Class:Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDNumber Of Cylinders:4Engine Size:2.0 LitersTransmission:AutomaticTransmission Description:Select Shift No Lockup/Automatic Transmission Fully Variable Gear RatiosForward Speed:8Drive System:All-Wheel DriveFuel Type:Regular Gasoline

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On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD.

The 2023 Kia Seltos AWD has 2 model options: Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L and Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L.

The 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD car class.

The 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD is 28 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L 27 25 30
Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L 29 27 31

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2023 Kia Seltos AWD?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD is $2,225.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 2023 Kia Seltos AWD to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will save $375 on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L $2,300 save $0
Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L $2,150 save $750

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD will consume in one year is 11 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L 11
Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L 10

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Emit?

The 2023 Kia Seltos AWD will emit an average of about 4,837,500 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 165 trees would be needed to offset emissions from the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2 2023 Kia Seltos AWD model options.

Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Automatic (AM-S7) 4-cyl, 1.6 L:

City MPG25
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG27
Save/Spend vs Average CarSave 0
Fuel Cost$2,300
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum11
Grams of CO24,965,000
Trees Needed to Offset236
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Start/Stop?Yes
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?Yes

Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2023 Kia Seltos AWD Automatic (AV-S8) 4-cyl, 2.0 L:

City MPG27
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG29
Save/Spend vs Average CarSave 750
Fuel Cost$2,150
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum10
Grams of CO24,710,000
Trees Needed to Offset224
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)
Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Start/Stop?Yes
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

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Will there be a 2023 Kia Seltos?

As an S AWD model, the 2023 Kia Seltos starts at $24,390. The destination fee is $1,295. A Kia Seltos Nightfall Edition AWD begins at $27,040, while the EX AWD model begins at $26,140. Capping the lineup is the Seltos SX AWD, which starts at $28,340.

What are the disadvantages of Kia Seltos?

Reasons Not to Buy a 2021 Kia Seltos – The Cons.
Could Use More Horsepower. Even if the turbo engine is under the hood, the Seltos's performance is lackluster. ... .
Cabin Feels Basic. There are a few things to note about the cabin. ... .
Base Model Needs More Safety Components..

How big is the gas tank on a 2023 Kia Seltos?

2023 Kia Seltos Specs & Features.

What engine is in a 2023 Kia Seltos?

Engine, Transmission, and Performance Kia offers two different four-cylinder engines in the Seltos: a 2.0-liter that makes 146 horsepower or a turbocharged 1.6-liter that pumps out 175. We were able to sample the Seltos with the turbocharged 1.6-liter and found its power to be more than adequate.