The all-new 2027 Kia Seltos raises the bar for compact SUVs with smart packaging, elevated design, and technology that meaningfully improves your daily drive. From what Kia has shared so far, shoppers can expect class-leading cargo room with the rear seats folded, a standard 12.3-in. touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Wireless Android Auto™, and a choice of powertrains that includes a smooth 2.0L gas engine, an available 1.6L turbo gas option, and an all-new hybrid powertrain expected late 2026. For Waukesha drivers researching their next small SUV, the Seltos blends agility for city streets like E Moreland Blvd with confident traction and ground clearance for weekend routes around Lake Country. Below, our team at Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha puts the 2027 Seltos into a practical buying-guide lens so you can quickly evaluate performance, tech, safety, and configurations that fit your routine.
On the Road
Performance & Capability for Every Mile
The 2027 Kia Seltos is engineered to be composed and capable, whether you choose the 2.0L gas engine, the available 1.6L turbo gas engine, or the newly announced 1.6L hybrid powertrain. Kia highlights available all-wheel drive with confidence-inspiring traction features, including Multi-Terrain Mode on the Seltos X-Line Turbo, plus a notably tall 8.1-in. ground clearance to help when conditions and surfaces vary. If you’re commuting across I-94, threading through downtown Waukesha, or pulling into trailheads at Minooka Park, the Seltos brings the right balance of power, efficiency-minded engineering, and road-trip-friendly refinement to every mile.
Engines:
2.0L or available 1.6L turbo
Output:
Up to 190 hp (X-Line Turbo)
Drivetrain:
Available AWD w/ Multi-Terrain Mode
Clearance:
8.1 in.
Inside the Cabin
Interior Comfort & Technology
Standard display: 12.3-in. touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Wireless Android Auto™
Digital cockpit: Nearly 30 in. of combined driver-centric displays on select models
Seating comfort: Available heated & ventilated front seats for personalized support
Driver memory: Available memory driver’s seat to save preferred positions
Sky view: Available panoramic sunroof for light-filled drives
Design detail: Modern profile with flush door handles
Charging: Available wireless smartphone charging for clutter-free convenience
Inside the 2027 Seltos, you’ll find a driver-focused layout that makes advanced tech feel second nature. The available driver-centric digital cockpit can piece together nearly 30 inches of total screen real estate, building confidence with clear, at-a-glance vehicle and navigation information. Everyday comfort gets a lift with available heated and ventilated front seats and a memory driver’s seat, while the cabin’s adjustable cargo management system helps you load groceries, sports bags, or weekend gear with ease. It’s a compact SUV that simply fits how Waukesha drivers live, from morning school lines to late-evening pickups on Grand Ave.
Driver Confidence
Safety & Driver Assist Features
Standard coverage: 13 standard collision avoidance & driver assistance features
Available suite: Up to 24 available collision avoidance & driver assistance features
Surround views: Available 360° Surround View Monitor for confident low-speed maneuvers
Blind-side support: Available Blind-Spot View Monitor to help enhance lane-change awareness
Parking help: Available front and rear assistance features for tight spaces
Traction tech: Available eAWD and Multi-Terrain capability (select models)
The 2027 Kia Seltos is built around proactive confidence. With 13 standard collision avoidance and driver assistance features and up to 24 available, the Seltos introduces advanced situational tech to daily driving. The available 360° Surround View Monitor helps you visualize surroundings in parking lots near Fox River trails, and the available Blind-Spot View Monitor brings extra clarity when merging. Layer on traction-enhancing options like available eAWD or the X-Line Turbo’s Multi-Terrain capability, and you’ve got a compact SUV engineered to help you navigate changing routes and traffic patterns with reassuring calm.
Trim Options
2027 Kia Seltos Trim Levels
Trim
Highlights
Seltos Gas 2.0L
Smooth, confident driving feel; standard 12.3-in. touchscreen; 13 standard driver assists; class-leading cargo w/ seats folded
Seltos X-Line Turbo
Turbocharged power up to 190 hp, available AWD w/ Multi-Terrain Mode, 8.1-in. ground clearance, dark accents, driver-centric tech
Seltos Hybrid (FWD)
All-new 1.6L hybrid powertrain (expected late 2026), extended adventures, modern style w/ flush door handles
Seltos Hybrid eAWD
Hybrid confidence with available eAWD traction, standard 12.3-in. touchscreen, advanced available safety and visibility tech
We’ve Got You Covered
Why Buy from Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha in Waukesha, WI
We’re your local, trusted Kia resource right here in Waukesha. Our team combines deep regional knowledge with a transparent, customer-first approach to help you choose the 2027 Kia Seltos configuration that suits your life—whether your day runs through Downtown Waukesha, Pewaukee Lake, or Brookfield. From the first click to long-term maintenance, we’re here to make the process simple, informative, and genuinely helpful.
Local guidance: Our team understands Waukesha commutes, Lake Country routes, and I-94 traffic patterns
Inventory access: A wide selection of new Kia models and thoughtfully curated pre-owned options
Streamlined process: Easy online tools to browse, apply for financing, and value your trade
Certified care: Factory-trained technicians and genuine Kia parts for long-term confidence
Test-drive convenience: Flexible appointments and familiar, real-world loops around E Moreland Blvd
Trade-In Tools
Value Your Trade with Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha
Upgrading to the 2027 Kia Seltos gets even easier when you apply your current vehicle’s value toward your next SUV. Use our online tools to get a quick, research-based trade estimate from home. With a clear understanding of your trade-in value, you can narrow in on the Seltos configuration you want and streamline your visit—saving time at the dealership so you can focus on the features and test drive.
Ground clearance: 8.1 in. for confident clearance across varied surfaces
Digital cockpit: Nearly 30 in. of combined displays on select models for driver-centric control
Traction options: Available AWD w/ Multi-Terrain Mode or available eAWD on Hybrid
Against other small SUVs, the 2027 Seltos distinguishes itself with class-leading cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded—an advantage you’ll notice during youth sports weekends or Costco runs across Waukesha County. Many competitors still start with smaller base screens or wired phone projection, whereas Seltos makes a 12.3-in. touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Wireless Android Auto™ standard. Add in available visibility technology like a 360° Surround View Monitor and Blind-Spot View Monitor, and you get a level of driver confidence often reserved for larger or more expensive segments. The Seltos X-Line Turbo’s 8.1-in. ground clearance and available Multi-Terrain Mode further broaden everyday flexibility, while the upcoming hybrid with available eAWD brings efficient, all-weather confidence. For Waukesha shoppers who split time between city streets, suburban routes, and lake-bound roads, these strengths make the Seltos an easy fit.
Start Shopping
Next Steps for Your 2027 Kia Seltos Search
Ready to take the next step? Browse our incoming 2027 Kia Seltos selection online, schedule a test drive to feel the difference in person, apply for financing to save time at your visit, and use our trade-in tool to estimate your current vehicle’s value. Questions about configurations, features, or timing? Contact our team—we’re here to help you zero in on the Seltos that fits your routine.
From daily drives on E Moreland Blvd to weekend routes toward Minooka Park and Pewaukee Lake, Waukesha-area drivers deserve an SUV that’s agile, confident, and easy to live with. The 2027 Kia Seltos checks those boxes—pairing smart packaging with modern tech and available traction. Our team at Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha is ready to guide you through available configurations and support your ownership with certified service and genuine parts. We look forward to helping you get comfortable behind the wheel of the all-new Seltos here in Waukesha.
*Vehicle images and features shown are for illustration only and may vary by trim and option.
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