2022 Kia Seltos

The Bold, Turbocharged Urban ExplorerThe 2022 Kia Seltos Nightfall Edition is for the Tacoma driver who wants the commanding ride height of a true SUV, the agile handling of a compact hatch, and a heavy dose of stealthy attitude. Positioned perfectly between the smaller Soul and the larger Sportage, the Seltos is a masterclass in space efficiency. With 88,000 miles, this sharply styled crossover has spent its early years proving its mettle on the highway and is ready for its next chapter. Wrapped in a sinister, blacked-out aesthetic, it looks just as sharp rolling through the urban streets of the Brewery District as it does tucked into a scenic trailhead parking lot near Mount Rainier.Under the hood lies a serious performance upgrade over the standard Seltos models: a punchy 1.6L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine throwing down 175 horsepower and a muscular 195 lb-ft of torque. Unlike ordinary crossovers that rely on sluggish CVTs, Kia pairs this turbo engine with a lightning-fast 7-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission (DCT) for crisp, sporty shifts. It comes standard with Dynamax Torque-Vectoring All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and a locking center differential, ensuring maximum traction on slick, rainy South Sound winters or unpaved forest service roads. Even with standard AWD and turbo power, it remains incredibly gentle on your wallet, achieving an impressive 30 MPG on the highway and 25 MPG in the city.The Nightfall Edition stands out from the crowd with its aggressive, exclusive styling cues, including 18-inch matte-black alloy wheels, a blacked-out radiator grille, stealthy roof rails, and rugged side sills. Inside, the cabin maximizes every inch of its footprint, welcoming you with premium cloth and SynTex upholstery, heated front seats, and an expansive 10.25-inch color touchscreen infotainment center loaded with integrated navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Safety is thoroughly 'Professional Grade'; the 2022 Seltos earned a 4-Star Overall Safety Rating