Used 2024 Kia Seltos for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

How much does the 2024 Kia Seltos cost?

Prices have softened 3.70% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,457 listings available, which suggests you have a decent amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Kia Seltos a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Kia Seltos earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 7.5/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its features, comfort, handling, spaciousness, and safety options, and they also like the stylish design. For everyday use, that lines up well with the Seltos’ roomy cabin, useful space, and easy-to-use technology.

The main trade-offs are that the base engine feels underpowered and the optional turbo engine can suffer from low-speed turbo-lag. Even so, the Seltos fits well if you want a practical small crossover with a strong feature set and a well-rounded value proposition.

The market also looks reasonably favorable, with 35.7% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2024 Kia Seltos reliable?

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

The owner feedback points to a dependable-feeling ownership experience, with praise centered on comfort, features, handling, and overall satisfaction. That kind of response usually matters most when you’re shopping used, because it suggests the vehicle is delivering the day-to-day experience buyers expect over time.

The expert evaluation also emphasizes the Seltos’ well-rounded nature and its strong value for the money, which supports the case for steady ownership confidence. Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile warranty also adds a useful ownership cushion for used buyers, though you should still pay close attention to maintenance records and overall condition.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Kia Seltos?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because accident-free status is only one part of the picture. Prioritize a close inspection of the cabin electronics, driver-assistance features, tires, brakes, and any signs of uneven wear or poor repair work. If you’re comparing trims, make sure the equipment on the window sticker matches what’s actually installed.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX starts with 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, manually adjustable front seats, two USB ports, air conditioning, remote keyless entry, Bluetooth connectivity, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The S adds fog lights, LED daytime running lights, silver roof rails, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, a larger fully digital instrument panel, LED cabin lighting, combination cloth-and-synthetic leather upholstery, single-zone automatic climate control, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen. The EX adds synthetic leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and a wireless charging pad. The X-Line adds 18-inch gloss-black wheels, tinted windows, a unique dark gunmetal grille, and black roof rails, but it loses the wireless charging pad and power-adjustable driver’s seat. The SX adds LED bi-function headlights, LED fog lights, an electrochromatic rearview mirror, a rear cargo cover, a leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel, and a Bose premium stereo system.
• Powertrain: The base setup uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 146 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, paired with an IVT. The LX comes standard with AWD, while the S and EX can be had with FWD or extra-cost AWD. The X-Line and SX use a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and standard AWD.
• Safety package: Standard driver assistance includes forward collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-departure warning, lane-follow assist, automatic high beams, and driver attention warning. The S adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Safe Exit Warning. The SX adds smart cruise control with stop-and-go capability, navigation-based curve prediction, traffic sign recognition, highway driving assist, junction-turning function for forward collision warning, and drive-away warning.
• Infotainment: The base model uses an 8-inch touchscreen and a 4.2-inch digital instrument screen. Every trim except the LX upgrades to a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument panel and a 10.25-inch touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and the system supports USB-A and USB-C connections. The SX gets an upgraded eight-speaker Bose premium stereo.
• Fuel efficiency: The base 2.0-liter engine with AWD returns 27 mpg city, 31 highway, and 29 combined. The FWD version returns 28 mpg city, 34 highway, and 31 combined. The turbocharged AWD powertrain returns 25 mpg city, 27 highway, and 26 combined.

Which 2024 Kia Seltos trim should I buy?

The 2024 Kia Seltos is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, S, EX, X-Line, and SX.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the value-focused starting point, and it stands out because AWD is standard along with the core tech and safety basics. It makes the most sense if you want the lowest entry price and don’t need the extra comfort or convenience features found higher up.
• S: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds a larger digital display setup, more convenience features, and important safety upgrades like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Safe Exit Warning. If you want the strongest balance of price and equipment, this is the trim to focus on.
• EX: This trim is the comfort step-up, adding synthetic leather upholstery, a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and wireless charging. It suits you if you want a more upscale daily driver without jumping all the way to the turbo models.
• X-Line: This trim is the style-and-powertrain move, pairing the turbocharged engine with standard AWD and distinctive exterior details. It also gives up the wireless charging pad and power-adjustable driver’s seat, so it’s best if you value the stronger engine and look more than convenience features.
• SX: This is the top trim and brings the most equipment, including the Bose premium stereo, upgraded lighting, and more advanced driver-assistance features. It’s the pick if you want the most complete Seltos experience and are willing to pay for it.

The SX also offers the Sunroof Package, which adds a power sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, ventilated front seats, and Digital Key 2.0.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Kia Seltos?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,457 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.70% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $22,389, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Kia Seltos's resale value?

The current average of $22,398 sits slightly below last year's $23,258.

That softer pricing suggests the used market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, it means resale value may be more sensitive to condition, mileage, and trim choice than to broad market momentum alone.

The good news is that the Seltos still has a strong value story, especially because shoppers respond well to its space, features, and safety equipment. If you keep the vehicle clean, well maintained, and well documented, you should be in a better position when it’s time to sell.

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 2024 Kia Seltos safe?

The 2024 Kia Seltos earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes forward collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-departure warning, lane-follow assist, automatic high beams, and driver attention warning. The S trim adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Safe Exit Warning, while the SX adds smart cruise control with stop-and-go capability, navigation-based curve prediction, traffic sign recognition, highway driving assist, junction-turning function, and drive-away warning.

That means the base trim gives you a solid safety foundation, but the more advanced driver-assistance features are concentrated higher in the lineup. If safety tech is a priority, the S and SX trims are the ones to focus on.

Should I buy a 2024 Kia Seltos or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.70% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2024 update brings refreshed styling and updated technology while keeping the Seltos’ roomy, practical character intact.

The bottom line: If you want the refreshed version with updated tech, strong standard safety content, and a broad used-market selection, the 2024 is the right target. If you’re especially price-sensitive, you can still shop carefully and look for a well-kept example near the low end of the range, but the 2024 already offers a compelling mix of value and equipment.

How does the 2024 Kia Seltos compare to the 2024 Hyundai Kona?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 Kia Seltos:

• Pros: Lots of helpful standard safety features, Functional cabin with intuitive technology, AWD standard on base trim level.
• Cons: Base engine feels underpowered, Optional turbo engine suffers from low-speed turbo-lag.

2024 Hyundai Kona:

• Pros: Multiple powertrain options, Impressive technology, Standard advanced safety features.
• Cons: Fairly pedestrian performance, Not enough covered storage in the cabin.

Our experts score the 2024 Kia Seltos 7.5/10 and the 2024 Hyundai Kona 8.3/10. The Kona has the higher expert score and a slightly stronger fuel-economy and listings profile in the table below, while the Seltos counters with standard AWD on the base trim and a more spacious, practical feel. If you want the better-rated overall package, the Kona has the edge; if you value standard AWD and a well-rounded cabin, the Seltos still makes a strong case.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.