Used Kia Seltos for Sale nearSan Jose, CA

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 $21,583, and its year-round low is $20,018.35. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now across the lineup. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 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-car pick if you want a roomy, stylish small SUV with a comfortable cabin and useful technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.79/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, spaciousness, and stylish design. Many also appreciate its handling, safety features, and value for money, along with impressive fuel economy. Expert reviews echo that appeal by highlighting the Seltos' practical packaging, refined driving character, and well-rounded cabin.

Expert reviews rate the 2027 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on the standard engine's modest performance, a ride that can feel soft at times, and safety equipment that varies by trim on some years.

32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Seltos models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Kia Seltos as a comfortable, spacious, and value-focused small SUV with broad everyday appeal. The model's strong owner ratings and repeated praise for comfort, handling, and practicality support that reputation.

• 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 the vehicle history carefully and confirming that any prior concerns have been addressed.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 88.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Forward-collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking with intersection turning assist, front and rear parking sensors, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and Highway Driving Assist on the X-Line SX with the Prestige Package.
• Infotainment: A 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Kia Connect connected services.
• Fuel efficiency: 26 mpg in combined city and highway driving; 26.5 mpg on our Southern California fuel-economy evaluation route.

Which Kia Seltos trim should I buy?

The 2027 Kia Seltos offers these trims:

• LX: The entry trim uses front-wheel drive and the 2.0-liter four-cylinder, and it gives you the core Seltos formula at the lowest price point.
• S: This trim adds more equipment and is the one the source recommends upgrading to for added safety coverage.
• EX: A well-rounded choice that keeps the 2.0-liter setup and adds more comfort and convenience.
• X-Line S: This trim brings standard all-wheel drive and a more rugged setup.
• X-Line SX: The top trim adds the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, eight-speed automatic, torque-vectoring AWD, 4WD Lock, Terrain driving mode, and 19-inch wheels; it suits you if you want the strongest performance and the most upscale equipment.

What Kia Seltos do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right trim and price. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first when looking for a used Seltos.

What is the Kia Seltos's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the model years listed, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The declines are strongest on the older entries and smaller on the newer ones, so recent model years are still giving up value while remaining relatively expensive. That creates a useful spread for buyers who want to balance price against age and equipment.

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?

• 2027: 8/10
• 2024: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10

The 2027 Seltos includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking with intersection turning assist, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and Highway Driving Assist on the X-Line SX with the Prestige Package.

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 2025 model is at −5.37% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −3.5%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,271. The Kia Seltos offers a roomy cabin, practical packaging, and a polished, upscale-feeling design that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Every 2027 Seltos except the X-Line SX is equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT), while the X-Line SX introduces a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 190 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The infotainment system features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Kia Connect connected services.
• Safety: The Prestige Package adds a camera-based blind-spot monitor, a surround-view camera system, additional side parking sensors, and rear automatic braking.
• Starting price: Kia sells the new Seltos in LX, S, EX, X-Line S, and X-Line SX trim levels, at prices ranging from $26,485 to $34,285, including the $1,495 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.