How Much Can the 2024 Kia Seltos Tow?

A compact SUV like the 2024 Kia Seltos is a great option if you live in the city but love to spend your weekends on adventurous getaways. With the compact size of this vehicle, it’s easy to drive on narrow city streets or squeeze into tight parking spaces. The Seltos balances its urban design with key performance specs. 

Kia Seltos models equipped with a trailer hitch, such as the SX model, typically have a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs. This towing capacity is plenty of muscle for towing a small boat. Additionally, the base LX model has a max payload capacity of 1,026 lbs, which is the total amount of additional weight the SUV can haul in the cabin or on top of the vehicle when the appropriate roof racks are installed. 

Performance

The first tier Seltos trim is the LX, which is equipped with a 2.0-liter engine that provides 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. This engine has multi-port injection and a water pump cooling system that enhances the overall efficiency of the motor so you can get the most out of your fuel. An intelligent variable transmission is standard for this model. 


The LX has a maximum speed of 118 MPH. The Seltos LX has an AWD drivetrain, which means the vehicle can go from zero to 60 MPH in 9.6 seconds. When you are driving at 60 MPH, you can bring the SUV to a complete stop within 13 feet thanks to the vehicle’s dynamic brake performance. 

Cargo

Cargo room is a key factor for many drivers, especially if your lifestyle requires hauling around large items on the regular. The cargo room behind the second row when the dual-level cargo floor is in the low position is 26.6 cubic feet. 


The cargo room in this SUV can expand to 62.8 cubic feet behind the first-row seats when the cargo floor level is low and the second-row seats are folded if you ever need more room. 

Fuel Economy

The Kia Seltos has excellent fuel efficiency. This LX AWD gets an estimated 27 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the freeway, and 29 MPG combined. The city fuel performance may be especially important if you spend a lot of time in the suburbs or low-speed city traffic. 


Every performance metric of the Kia Seltos is designed to meet the demands of your busy modern life. Whether you haul items inside your vehicle or you need to be able to flat tow items behind your vehicle, the Seltos has you covered with great cargo room and towing capacity estimates. Test drive the Seltos at Superior Kia in Orangeburg, SC. 

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