Kia offers two subcompact SUVs, and although the Soul has its charms, the Seltos is the more conventionally SUV-looking offering. Slotting above the Soul and below the Sportage in size and price, the ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kristin Shaw is an automotive journalist based in Texas. The 2026 Kia Seltos is an affordable and versatile subcompact SUV.

At a time when other manufacturers are giving their SUVs rather predictable, incremental redesigns, Kia makes a bold move with the Seltos. Increasing the size slightly and adding a hybrid would be ...