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Kia Seltos Ground Clearance
On the Seltos, the LX sits lowest and the X-Line SX highest. This guide uses the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, for ground clearance by trim, approach and departure angles, drive, size, wheels and tires. Other model years can differ.
7.5 in.2027 Seltos LX
7.9 in.S, EX and X-Line S
8.1 in.X-Line SX
5 of 5Seltos trims with AWD available
What is the Kia Seltos ground clearance?
Kia lists 7.5 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 Seltos LX, 7.9 inches for the S, EX and X-Line S, and 8.1 inches for the X-Line SX.
2027 Seltos ground clearance by trim
| 2027 Seltos trim | Engine | Drive | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2.0L 4-cylinder, 147 hp | FWD or AWD | 7.5 in. |
| S | 2.0L 4-cylinder, 147 hp | FWD or AWD | 7.9 in. |
| EX | 2.0L 4-cylinder, 147 hp | FWD or AWD | 7.9 in. |
| X-Line S | 2.0L 4-cylinder, 147 hp | AWD | 7.9 in. |
| X-Line SX | 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder, 190 hp | AWD | 8.1 in. |
From the Ground Clearance, Engine Type, Horsepower, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and Drivetrain rows of the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, with all five trims shown. Kia lists one ground clearance figure per trim.
The X-Line SX has 0.6 inch more clearance than the LX. You can also see the Seltos at Michigan City Kia.
Seltos approach and departure angles
| 2027 Seltos trim | Approach angle | Departure angle |
|---|---|---|
| LX | 17.7° | 27.2° |
| S, EX, X-Line S | 18.7° | 26.9° |
| X-Line SX | 18.9° | 27.2° |
From the Approach Angle (degree) and Departure Angle (degree) rows of the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026.
Seltos exterior size
| 2027 Seltos | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Length | 174.4 in. |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in. |
| Width | 72.0 in. |
| Height without roof rails | 63.0 in. (LX); 63.4 in. (S); 64.6 in. (EX) |
| Height with roof rails | 64.8 in. (EX, X-Line S); 65.0 in. (X-Line SX) |
From the Length, Wheelbase, Width, Height: w/o Roof Rails and Height: w/ Roof Rails rows of the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026.
Seltos wheels and tires
| 2027 Seltos trim | Alloy wheels | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| LX | 16-inch | 205/65R16 |
| S, EX | 18-inch, machined finish | 215/55R18 |
| X-Line S | 18-inch, gloss black finish | 215/55R18 |
| X-Line SX | 19-inch, gloss black finish | 235/45R19 |
From the alloy wheel and Tire Size rows of the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026.
For luggage room, see our Seltos cargo space guide, and for trailer ratings, the Seltos towing guide.
Michigan City Kia service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. |
From the service department hours in Michigan City Kia's website structured data, November 3, 2026. No Sunday service hours are listed. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Seltos ground clearance questions
What is the ground clearance of a Kia Seltos?
Kia lists ground clearance for the 2027 Seltos at 7.5 inches for the LX, 7.9 inches for the S, EX and X-Line S, and 8.1 inches for the X-Line SX.
Which Seltos has the most ground clearance?
The 2027 Seltos X-Line SX, at 8.1 inches. Kia lists it with the turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder (190 hp), standard all-wheel drive, 19-inch gloss black alloy wheels and 235/45R19 tires.
Does AWD change the Seltos ground clearance?
Not on Kia's spec sheet. For 2027, Kia lists one ground clearance figure per Seltos trim, without separate front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive figures.
Which Seltos trims have AWD?
For the 2027 Seltos, Kia lists all-wheel drive as available on the LX, S and EX and standard on the X-Line S and X-Line SX.
How big is the Seltos?
Kia lists the 2027 Seltos at 174.4 inches long, 72.0 inches wide and on a 105.9-inch wheelbase. Height ranges from 63.0 inches on the LX to 65.0 inches on the X-Line SX with roof rails.
Questions about a Seltos?
Visit Michigan City Kia at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN. Our sales team can help you compare Seltos trims, including the X-Line models, and our service team can help keep your Seltos maintained.
Sources
Ground clearance, engines, drive, angles, dimensions, wheels and tires are from the 2027 Seltos specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Other model years can differ. Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Seltos specifications, all five trims (LX, S, EX, X-Line S, X-Line SX): ground clearance, engine, horsepower, all-wheel drive, drivetrain, approach and departure angles, exterior dimensions, wheels and tires, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Seltos model page: hero image, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- Address, map coordinates, logo and service department hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Schedule service page, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Kia service center at Michigan City Kia, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
