Used 2021 Kia Seltos for Sale nearSudbury, ON

How much does the 2021 Kia Seltos cost?

Prices have softened 11.62% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 295 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory for you 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 strong value for money. They also like the generous list of standard features and safety technologies, which fits well if you want a practical small SUV that feels more polished than many rivals. In use, it comes across as a smart choice for everyday driving, with a cabin and feature set that punch above the segment norm.

There are 25.4% good or great deals in the market, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2021 Kia Seltos reliable?

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

The owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels dependable and trouble-free enough to inspire confidence over time, especially if you value a strong value proposition and a well-equipped cabin. The expert drive notes also describe it as a model that punches above its weight for driveability, cabin quality, space, and utility. Kia’s first scheduled maintenance visit is on the house, which helps lower early ownership friction.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that some drivers want more horsepower and a few extra features than this model year provides.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX is the entry point and is the only trim offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive in Canada. It includes an 8-inch touchscreen, heated front seats, remote keyless entry, and power windows, while the EX adds a sunroof, automatic climate control, and leatherette upholstery. EX Premium brings the larger 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charging, LED headlights and fog lamps, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and ambient lighting. SX Turbo adds the more powerful engine, 18-inch alloy wheels, an upgraded audio system, and additional driver-assistance features.
• Powertrain: The LX, EX, and EX Premium use a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, paired with a CVT and front-wheel drive or AWD. The SX Turbo uses a turbocharged and intercooled 1.6-litre four-cylinder with 175 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and standard AWD.
• Safety package: The Seltos includes a full array of front- and side-impact airbags, electronic stability control, a tire pressure monitoring system, and child-seat anchor latches. In Canada, the 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. All trims but the LX include collision avoidance assist with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. EX Premium and SX Turbo add adaptive cruise control with idle stop-and-go.
• Infotainment: The LX and EX come with an 8-inch touchscreen and a 3.5-inch TFT digital screen. EX Premium and SX Turbo upgrade to a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 7-inch digital display screen. The larger screen can show Apple CarPlay and Android Auto alongside other information, and the system is straightforward to use.
• 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 test car 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 point and still want useful standard equipment like heated front seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and key safety tech. It is the only trim offered with front-wheel drive in Canada, so it suits you best if you want the most affordable route into the Seltos.
• EX: This is the trim to consider if you want a better balance of comfort and features, thanks to the sunroof, automatic climate control, leatherette upholstery, and upgraded wheels. It adds enough convenience to feel like the best-value choice for many shoppers.
• EX Premium: This is the sweet spot if you want the larger 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charging, LED headlights and fog lamps, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and ambient lighting. It also adds more driver-assistance features, making it a strong pick if you want a more upscale feel without going all the way to the top trim.
• SX Turbo: This is the one to choose if you want the more powerful engine, standard AWD, the upgraded audio system, and the most available driver-assistance content. It is the right fit if performance and equipment matter more than keeping the purchase price down.

The safety-package gap is worth noting: the full suite of driver-assistance features does not come standard on the LX.

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 carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 295 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.62% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $19,222 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 $19,222 CAD sits slightly below last year's $21,749 CAD.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can make the Seltos easier to buy now but may also limit upside for a future seller. If you own one, the softer pricing trend means you should expect resale value to depend more on condition, mileage, and trim than on broad market momentum. Well-equipped examples with desirable features should still attract attention, especially if they are priced competitively.

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 IIHS and a four-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, including four-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover, and five-star ratings in side impacts.

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

The Seltos comes standard with front- and side-impact airbags, electronic stability control, a tire pressure monitoring system, and child-seat anchor latches. In Canada, the LX grade also 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 LX include collision avoidance assist with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. EX Premium and SX Turbo add adaptive cruise control with idle stop-and-go.

A key caveat is that the driver-assistance suite is not standard on every trim, and IIHS notes some headlight and LATCH-related deductions.

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:

• 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.62% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It arrives as an all-new model with a high-quality cabin and the latest infotainment and safety technologies.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $21,232 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $19,222 CAD average.
• It adds a strong warranty and a practical, easy-to-recommend small-crossover package.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2021 is the smarter buy because pricing has softened and inventory is solid. If you are willing to spend more for a newer model year, the 2022 is worth a look for buyers who prioritise a slightly fresher alternative.

How does the 2021 Kia Seltos compare to the 2021 Hyundai Kona?

Our experts score the 2021 Kia Seltos 8/10 and the 2021 Hyundai Kona 7.2/10. The Seltos brings a roomier, more upscale-feeling cabin and stronger overall value appeal, while the Kona counters with a slightly lower average used price and more listings. If you want the more polished small SUV, the Seltos has the edge; if you want to spend less and shop a broader inventory, the Kona is worth a look.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.