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Is the new Kia Seltos good for new drivers?

The Kia Seltos is one of SA's most underrated SUVs. Lovely to drive, light on fuel and high on tech, the latest Seltos should be at the top of your list, but should new drivers be driving it? Let's take a look.

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How much does the Kia Seltos cost?

Let's get this out of the way first. A new Kia Seltos is not within the price range of most new drivers (this is how much the cheapest one costs), but for the lucky few who can afford to buy a Seltos as their first car, it is actually very good value for money, as Kia aims to bring premium features into every model - learn more about the different Kia Seltos trims here.

Here is how much car repayments will be for the new Kia Seltos


 

The Seltos is compact, yet spacious

The Seltos is one of the longest SUVs in its segment so not only is there lots of boot space, but passengers in the second row have plenty of legroom, making it suitable for families too. (Will it be good for long drives then? Find out here.)

Read our launch report of the updated Kia Seltos here.


 

It's safe

New drivers and their parents will rejoice because the new Seltos is filled with safety features; even the entry-level model is well equipped, putting prospective buyers' minds at ease.

Here are the top 5 safety features on a Kia Seltos


 

The Seltos is a solid performer

The Seltos is easy to drive, but from a performance perspective, rest assured that you have enough power to overtake slower traffic too - and, it's not going to cost the earth in fuel - especially if you choose a diesel engine. Check out power figures for the different models here.


 

Can't afford a new one? Buy used!

The Seltos is seen as a reliable car, both here and in overseas markets, and we have many models from 2020 onwards to choose from, priced from around R215 000 - and there are some fabulous low mileage models on offer. Search AutoTrader here for a preloved Kia Seltos model.


This cute 2020 model can be had for under R220 000.


ENDS

Author - Ané Albertse

Written by Ané Albertse

Ané was bitten by the motoring bug at a very young age. Her mom recalls her sitting in her stroller as a 3-year old, naming every car that came past. She was creating content for various publications within Media24 when AutoTrader nabbed her for good, and is one of the longest-standing members of the AutoTrader team. She prefers dirt roads to tar and SUVs/bakkies to sports cars, but her greatest passion is helping people find the perfect car for their budget, lifestyle, and personality.Read more

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