2021 Kia Seltos
2021 Kia Seltos
Est. monthly payment:
R 4,921 p/m
Western Cape
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This 2021 Kia Seltos 1.5D EX A/T presents a well-specified example with 140,300 km on the clock and the 1.5 CRDi diesel automatic drivetrain. It’s competitively priced against similar listings, making it a strong consideration for buyers seeking value in this segment. The Seltos’ general reputation for compact practicality and easy daily use applies here.
The turbo-diesel’s 115 hp and 250 Nm torque suit mixed commuting and longer trips while returning good fuel economy for light-towing and family runs; its automatic transmission helps with stop-start suburban driving and highway cruising. Interior space for five, sensible storage and straightforward tech make it a practical used Seltos for sale for families or those needing load flexibility.
Located in Paarl, Cape Town, this diesel suv in Western Cape is available to view. Enquire to book a viewing or test drive of this Seltos 1.5D EX A/T.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
2021 Kia Seltos 1.5CRDi EX Auto in grey, with full service history, offers a strong mix of comfort, efficiency and value. The refined 1.5 turbo diesel delivers 86 kW and 250 Nm with smooth automatic shifting, while averaging just 5.7 l/100 km and an impressive range of around 877 km from its 50 litre tank. Practical daily driving is backed by confident performance, a 0 to 100 km/h time of 11.5 s and a top speed of 176 km/h.
Inside, you get a spacious, well finished cabin with modern tech and comfort features designed for family use and long trips. Expect convenient infotainment with Bluetooth and USB connectivity, multi function steering, air conditioning, electric windows and smart storage throughout. With its full service history, economical diesel engine and high spec interior, this Seltos is a smart buy for buyers who want SUV space and comfort with low running costs. Act quickly, as clean, well maintained Seltos diesels are in high demand.
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Kia Seltos safety rating
Rated 5 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection — ANCAP, 2019 (rating has expired).
Australian-market RHD rating — indicative for SA only where the SA derivative matches the tested safety spec (airbags/ESC/AEB).
Kia Seltos
Kia’s Seltos drops itself right in the thick of the compact SUV fray, crowding in with the likes of the Volkswagen T-Cross, Nissan Qashqai, and Hyundai Creta. It’s for people who want to get out of hatchback territory but aren’t quite ready to cough up for a full-blown mid-size SUV, so there’s a real sense of squeezing value out of every rand. You get a choice of three engines—1.4-litre turbopetrol, 1.6 petrol, or a 1.5 turbodiesel—but forget about rowing your own gears; manuals are off the table. What you will notice is how dry the market is. Only 9 Seltos listings are live right now, stuck between R249,000 and R499,990, with the median hovering at R338,888. That’s thin enough to make any bargain hunter wince, because it means there’s not much wriggle room on price and you’re at the mercy of slow stock turnover. You won’t find a single new Seltos, just used units—so you’re buying into someone else’s first impression, for better or worse. The 1.5D EX A/T turns up most often, with three cars between R299,500 and R338,888, which on paper at least, looks like the diesel sweet spot. If you want to splash out, there’s the GT-Line 1.4T DCT at R359,900, or stretch to the CRDi EX+ Auto at an eyebrow-raising R499,990. Mileage averages around 77,500 km, straddling that line between “nicely run-in” and “watch for wear.” Against the Creta, what matters is that the Seltos offers meatier styling and a more focused driver’s cockpit—something you’ll appreciate if the Hyundai’s wallflower persona leaves you cold. It’s what the Seltos should have been from the start: a proper statement for buyers who want their compact SUV to stand out in Sandton or Melrose, not just blend in.
Est. monthly payment:
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2021 Kia Seltos
Est. monthly payment:
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Paarl, Cape Town, Western Cape
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