2024 Kia Seltos
The 2024 Kia Seltos is a subcompact SUV that offers a blend of practicality, style, and value. It comes with two engine options: a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, and a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine producing 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0-liter engine is paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT), while the 1.6-liter turbo engine comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Owners often praise the Seltos for its spacious interior, user-friendly technology, and attractive design. Common dislikes include the base engine’s lack of power and some driver assistance features being overly sensitive.
Engine
2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder
No Issues Found
1.6-Liter Turbo Four-Cylinder
No Issues Found
Transmission
Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
No Issues Found
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
No Issues Found
Suspension
No Issues Found
Electrical
- Infotainment System Freezing/Lagging
- Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system may freeze, lag, or become unresponsive. This can affect access to navigation, audio, and other vehicle functions.
- Solution: Software update or replacement of the infotainment unit.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $1,200
- Recalls: None Found
- Driver Assist Features Malfunctioning
- Description/Symptoms: Adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, or blind-spot monitoring systems may malfunction or provide inaccurate warnings.
- Solution: Recalibration of the sensors or replacement of faulty components.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- Rear Liftgate Alignment Issues
- Description/Symptoms: The rear liftgate may not align properly with the body, causing it to be difficult to close or creating a gap that can lead to water leaks.
- Solution: Adjusting the liftgate hinges or replacing the liftgate struts.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $400
- Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Rattling Noise from Dashboard
- Description/Symptoms: A rattling or buzzing noise originates from within the dashboard, typically when driving on uneven surfaces.
- Solution: Identifying and securing the loose components within the dashboard, such as wiring harnesses or trim pieces.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200
- Recalls: None Found
- Sunroof Leaks
- Description/Symptoms: Water leaks into the cabin through the sunroof, especially during heavy rain.
- Solution: Cleaning the sunroof drain tubes, resealing the sunroof, or replacing the sunroof assembly.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2024 Kia Seltos appears to be a relatively reliable vehicle. The most common issues reported by owners involve the electrical system and interior components, particularly related to the infotainment system and some interior noises. While some issues, like infotainment glitches, can be minor and easily resolved with a software update, others such as sunroof leaks may require more extensive repairs. Overall, the reported issues don’t seem to be widespread or critically severe, and most can be addressed at a reasonable cost.