How much does the 2022 Kia Seltos cost?

Prices have softened 6.90% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,474 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $18,105.67, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Kia Seltos a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Kia Seltos earns 4.83/5 from owners and 7.5/10 from our experts. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Owners repeatedly praise its comfort, smooth ride, impressive fuel economy, and handling. The review summary also points to its advanced features and easy-to-use technology, which fits a small crossover that aims to be practical without feeling stripped down.

The trade-offs are familiar: the transmission can be irritating, the interior materials feel cheap, and road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds. Even so, the Seltos is framed as a well-rounded small SUV with a spacious cabin and strong everyday livability.

With its roomy packaging, useful tech, and great warranty, it makes the most sense if you want a practical subcompact SUV that feels more substantial than many rivals. Good and great deals account for 28.4% of listings, so there is still room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Kia Seltos reliable?

Owners rate it 4.83/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a vehicle that feels comfortable, dependable in daily use, and easy to live with over time. That lines up with the expert view that the Seltos should deliver the fuel economy shown on the window sticker and benefits from Kia’s generous warranty coverage.

The powertrain and chassis are described as capable of delivering the expected efficiency, while the overall package is presented as a good value for long-term ownership. Kia’s warranty and roadside assistance coverage help reduce some ownership anxiety, especially if you plan to keep the vehicle for several years.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the transmission and cabin refinement issues may affect satisfaction more than durability.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Kia Seltos?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper vehicle-by-vehicle review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the transmission behavior, cabin noise, and overall interior condition, since those are the areas most likely to affect your day-to-day experience.

Look closely at how the vehicle drives at low speeds and on rough pavement, and make sure the tech and driver-assistance features work as expected. If you are shopping a higher trim, confirm that the equipment you want is actually present, since some desirable safety and infotainment features move up the lineup.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Five trim levels are available: LX, S, EX, Nightfall Edition, and SX. The Nightfall Edition adds matte-black 18-inch alloy wheels, a black grille, added body cladding, more robust roof rails, a turbocharged engine, and a dual-clutch transmission. The cabin has style touches like contrast-color trim and metallic accents, but there is also a lot of hard plastic, especially in the lower trims.
• Powertrain: The LX, S, and EX use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, paired with a CVT. The Nightfall Edition and SX use a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 175 hp and 195 lb-ft, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The turbo setup is more engaging, but the DCT can be quirky.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward-collision avoidance, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, automatic high-beam headlights, and Rear Occupant Alert. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on EX and optional on S, while adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, Highway Driving Assist, and Safe Exit Assist are reserved for SX.
• Infotainment: The available 10.25-inch touchscreen includes Bluetooth for two devices, navigation, connected services, satellite radio, a six-speaker stereo, and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The standard 8-inch system on LX and S adds wireless smartphone connectivity. The larger system is standard on EX, Nightfall Edition, and SX, and it pairs with a Bose premium sound system on SX.
• Fuel efficiency: The Nightfall Edition returned 27 mpg in combined driving, matching its official EPA rating. The base engine is described as fuel-efficient, and the expert review says the vehicle should achieve the window-sticker numbers.

Which 2022 Kia Seltos trim should I buy?

The 2022 Kia Seltos is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, S, EX, Nightfall Edition, and SX.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Seltos formula with the base 2.0-liter engine, CVT, and standard AWD. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the model, but you give up some of the richer tech and safety content found higher up.
• S: This trim is the most flexible because it can be had with either FWD or AWD, and it is also where the 10.25-inch touchscreen becomes available as an option. If you want the best value balance of price, equipment, and choice, this is the trim to focus on first.
• EX: This is the best-value upgrade if you want more standard equipment without jumping all the way to the turbo models. It adds the larger infotainment system, standard AWD, and more safety tech, including blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
• Nightfall Edition: This is the style-and-turbo choice, with the more powerful engine, DCT, and blacked-out appearance upgrades. Buy this if you want the stronger powertrain and the distinctive look, but be aware that the transmission can be a little quirky.
• SX: This is the most fully equipped version, adding the turbo powertrain plus adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, Highway Driving Assist, Safe Exit Assist, and the Bose audio system. It is the trim to choose if you want the most advanced safety and convenience content.

The safety package expands as you move up the lineup, with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert on EX and above, and the most advanced driver-assistance features reserved for SX.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Kia Seltos?

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

• Deal availability: 28.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,474 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.90% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 80.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,105.67, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Kia Seltos's resale value?

The current average of $18,249 sits slightly below last year's $19,602.

That softer pricing suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy more confidently today. For a future seller, it also means resale value may depend more on condition, mileage, and equipment than on broad market momentum.

Well-kept examples with desirable features should hold up better than rougher ones, especially if they have strong service history and clean accident records. The model’s owner satisfaction also helps support demand when it is time to sell.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.83/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Kia Seltos safe?

The 2022 Kia Seltos SX earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS, and the model earns a four-star overall rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes forward-collision avoidance, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, automatic high-beam headlights, and Rear Occupant Alert. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on EX and optional on S, while adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, Highway Driving Assist, and Safe Exit Assist are reserved for SX.

One caveat is that only the SX qualifies for the IIHS award, because other versions do not meet the headlight requirement. The NHTSA result also falls short of a five-star rating because of a four-star front-passenger frontal-impact result.

Should I buy a 2022 Kia Seltos or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 28.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.90% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.83/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2022 adds a Nightfall Edition and expands availability of driver-assist tech and the 10.25-inch infotainment system.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $16,307, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $18,249 average.
• It launched as an all-new model with high-quality cabin space and the latest infotainment and safety tech.

The bottom line: If you want the better-equipped and more feature-rich version of the Seltos, the 2022 is the stronger pick. If your priority is saving money upfront, the 2021 can still make sense, especially if you find one in excellent condition with the right equipment.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.