Used Kia Seltos for Sale nearKitchener, ON

How much does the Kia Seltos cost in today's market?

Used Kia Seltos prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Seltos's current nationwide average price is $25,272 CAD, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,823 CAD over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Seltos a good car?

Yes — the Kia Seltos is a strong used buy if you want a small crossover that feels roomy, comfortable, and well equipped. The all-generations owner rating is 4.79/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Seltos for its comfort, spaciousness, stylish design, and value for money. Fuel economy is another recurring strength, and many shoppers also like the model’s handling and practical everyday character.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up most often are a base engine that feels underpowered, some cabin noise, and a dual-clutch transmission in certain trims that can feel clunky.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Seltos models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Kia Seltos as a comfortable, practical crossover with strong value and appealing everyday usability. Expert coverage also points to a well-rounded package with refined driving dynamics, useful space, and a high-quality cabin.

• Owners rate the Kia Seltos between 4.67 and 4.83 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and confirming any recall work has been completed on the specific vehicle you are considering.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane keep assist and lane-departure warning, lane-follow assist, automatic high beams, driver attention warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Safe Exit Warning
• Infotainment: an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; upper trims add a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument panel
• Fuel efficiency: the base 2.0-litre engine with FWD returns 8.3 litres per 100 kilometres city, 6.8 highway, and 7.6 combined; with AWD, this engine returns 8.8 L/100 km city, 7.5 hwy, and 8.2 combined; the 1.6-litre turbo-four that comes exclusively paired with AWD returns 9.4 city, 8.7 hwy, 9.1 combined

Which Kia Seltos trim should I buy?

The 2024 Kia Seltos offers these trims:

• LX: the entry trim brings 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, heated front seats and side mirrors, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and available AWD; it’s the best-value starting point if you want the core Seltos experience.
• EX: adds a sunroof, keyless entry with push-button start, LED daytime running lights, and combination cloth-and-synthetic leather upholstery for a more polished daily driver.
• EX Premium: adds a fully digital instrument cluster, electrochromatic rearview mirror, rear cargo cover, and wireless device charging pad; this is the sweet spot if you want a stronger mix of convenience and tech.
• SX: adds 18-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, a leather-wrapped flat-bottomed steering wheel, a Bose premium stereo system, and Kia’s digital key for the most feature-rich feel.
• X-Line: adds 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black finish, a unique dark gunmetal grille design, black sport design roof rails, and other styling tweaks; it’s the top trim in Canada.

What Kia Seltos do most buyers choose?

The Kia Seltos years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

Higher-volume model years usually give you more choice in trims, colours, and equipment combinations, which makes it easier to find the right match. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so pricing and deal activity are usually more visible.

What is the Kia Seltos's resale value?

Every model year in the table shows a double-digit year-over-year price drop, which creates opportunities for used buyers. The steepest declines are concentrated in the newer and mid-range years, while the smallest changes are still substantial enough to matter when you compare listings.

The 2024, 2023, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Seltos safe?

• 2024: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10

Standard driver assistance features on the 2024 Seltos include forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane keep assist and lane-departure warning, lane-follow assist, automatic high beams, driver attention warning, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, as well as Safe Exit Warning.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 and 2024 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Seltos now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2026 model is at −15.29% versus a year ago, and the 2025 model is at −11.85%.
• Deal availability: The 2026 model has 34.4% good and great deals, and the 2025 model has 33.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $27,948 CAD. The Kia Seltos offers a roomy cabin, practical packaging, and a polished everyday feel that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2024 Seltos pairs a 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, while the turbocharged 1.6-litre makes 195 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The 2024 Seltos adds a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument panel, and Digital Key 2 Touch.
• Safety: The 2024 Seltos adds smart adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, highway driving assist, and a junction-turning function to the forward collision warning.
• Starting price: The 2024 Kia Seltos starts at $25,195 CAD before destination and other fees.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.