Used 2021 Kia Seltos for Sale nearNorth York, ON

How much does the 2021 Kia Seltos cost?

Prices have softened 13.30% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 323 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Kia Seltos a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Kia Seltos earns a 4.8/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its great looks, comfortable handling, and fantastic value for money. They also like the numerous standard features and safety technologies, which fits a small SUV that aims to give you more substance than the average subcompact crossover. If you want a practical, well-equipped model with a high-quality cabin and strong everyday usability, this one lines up well with that brief.

Only 29.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market still rewards careful shopping.

Is the 2021 Kia Seltos reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels dependable, trouble-free, and strong on long-term value, with many shoppers appreciating that it feels like a model you can count on. The expert drive notes also support that impression by describing the Seltos as a well-rounded small crossover with solid everyday manners and a cabin that punches above its weight. Kia’s ownership proposition is helped by the fact that the model is positioned as a practical, easy-to-live-with SUV rather than a complicated one.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about durability and more about choosing the right trim and condition so you get the features and powertrain you expect.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Kia Seltos?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX is the only trim offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive in Canada, while the higher trims standardize AWD. The LX also has the most basic cabin and tech setup, so if you want a more upscale feel, the EX and above add more comfort and convenience features.
• Powertrain: The LX, EX, and EX Premium use a 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, paired with a CVT. The SX Turbo upgrades to a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder with 175 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. The base engine is adequate around town, but it feels short on power at higher speeds.
• Safety package: The base LX includes blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a feature that can detect if it is safe to exit the vehicle when parallel parking on the street. All trims but the base LX include collision avoidance assist with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. The EX Premium and SX Turbo add adaptive cruise control with idle stop-and-go.
• Infotainment: The LX and EX use an 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, plus a 3.5-inch TFT digital screen in the instrument panel. The EX Premium and SX Turbo upgrade to a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 7-inch digital display, and the SX Turbo adds a Bose premium sound system.
• Fuel efficiency: The base 2.0-litre engine with front-wheel drive is rated at 8.2 L/100 km city, 7.1 highway, and 7.7 combined. With AWD, it rises to 8.8 city, 7.6 highway, and 8.2 combined. The 1.6-litre AWD turbo model is rated at 9.4 city, 7.9 highway, and 8.7 combined.

Which 2021 Kia Seltos trim should I buy?

The 2021 Kia Seltos is offered in 4 trim levels: LX, EX, EX Premium, and SX Turbo.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and still want useful standard equipment like heated front seats, remote keyless entry, an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. It is the only trim offered with both FWD and AWD in Canada.
• EX: This is the better-balanced choice if you want a more polished feel, with 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof with power sunshade, automatic climate control, and leatherette upholstery. It adds comfort and style without jumping all the way to the top trim.
• EX Premium: This is the best-value upgrade if you want the richer tech and comfort mix, including the 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charger, LED headlights and fog lamps, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and ambient lighting.
• SX Turbo: Choose this if you want the strongest engine, standard AWD, 18-inch alloy wheels, an upgraded audio system, and extra driver-assistance features.

The safety package is not standard on the base LX, so if advanced driver assistance matters to you, shop the higher trims carefully.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Kia Seltos?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 29.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 323 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.30% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $19,293 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Kia Seltos's resale value?

The current average of $19,432 CAD sits slightly below last year's $22,413 CAD.

That decline suggests the market has become more favourable for buyers, but it also means future sellers may need to price more competitively to stand out. If you buy well now, you may have less downside risk than someone who purchased when prices were higher. The current spread between the year-ago average and today’s average also shows that the model has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Kia Seltos safe?

The 2021 Kia Seltos earns a Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS and a four-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, including four-star ratings for frontal crash and rollover performance and five-star ratings for side impacts.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The Seltos comes standard with a full array of front- and side-impact airbags, electronic stability control, a tire pressure monitoring system, and child-seat anchor latches for the rear seats. In Canada, the base LX adds blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a feature that can detect if it is safe to exit the vehicle when parallel parking on the street. All trims but the base LX include collision avoidance assist with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. The EX Premium and SX Turbo add adaptive cruise control with idle stop-and-go.

One caveat is that the IIHS docking points for some headlights and LATCH ease of use means you should pay attention to trim-specific equipment when shopping used.

Should I buy a 2021 Kia Seltos or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 29.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.30% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2021 launches the Seltos with a high-quality cabin, strong standard tech, and above-segment driving manners.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $21,485 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $19,432 CAD average.
• It adds a great warranty and a more practical ownership pitch.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2021 is the smarter buy because prices are lower and owner satisfaction is strong. If you are willing to spend more for a newer model-year proposition, the 2022 is worth a look, but price-sensitive buyers should start with the 2021.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.