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2026 Kia Seltos MPG & fuel economy

The 2026 Kia Seltos is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (27 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 29 MPG. That's down 2 MPG from the 2025 model. Among 114 small SUVs rated for 2026, it ranks 58th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 27 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2026 #58 of 114 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2026 Kia Seltos's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2711.58.7
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2026 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model Y138 MPGe $656
  2. 2Toyota bZ131 MPGe $688
  3. 3Subaru Uncharted129 MPGe $694
  4. 4Lexus RZ126 MPGe $718
  5. 5Subaru Solterra120 MPGe $756
  6. 58Kia Seltos29 MPG $1,603
  7. 114Hyundai Nexo68 MPGe $7,941
2026 SeltosOther small SUVsClass median: $1,603/yr

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Seltos MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Seltos AWD
Gas 27 MPG 31 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Seltos AWD
Gas 24 MPG 27 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
309 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2026 Kia Seltos vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Kia Seltos?

Up to 29 MPG combined (27 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 25 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2026 Kia Seltos use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2026 Kia Seltos?

The 2026 Kia Seltos's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Kia Seltos per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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