4 Impressive Features of the 2024 Kia Seltos

As the market for compact crossover SUVs keeps growing, Kia has established itself as a point of reference when it comes to innovation, offering a broad range of vehicles packed with desirable features and standard perks. Offered in five different trim levels, the 2024 Kia Seltos is a perfect example of this, boasting a versatile and practical cabin designed to guarantee a smooth ride for you and your family. Visit your favorite local dealership and explore the new Seltos today! Why You’ll Love the 2024 Kia Seltos Practicality and Spaciousness for Passengers and Cargo One of the main drivers behind the growing popularity of the 2024 Seltos among American families is its remarkably spacious cabin, which offers not only supreme comfort for you and your loved ones, but also plenty of cargo capacity. This compact crossover SUV comes standard with 60/40 split foldable rear seat backs for a maximum cargo volume of 62.8 cubic feet. In terms of passenger space and comfort, the new Seltos is a leader in its category, offering 41.4 inches of legroom in the front seats and 38.0 inches in the rear row. Some of the standard comfort and convenience features that can be found across its five trim levels include four-way manually adjustable front passenger's seat, privacy glass, and rear AC vents. more Responsive Performance and Efficiency While its beautiful cabin will make you fall in love with the new Seltos, this model also stands out from the crowd thanks to its smooth-riding, responsive, and efficient powertrains. The base engine of this SUV is a 2.0L four-cylinder engine that pumps 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. Those wanting some extra power can opt for the X-Line and SX trim levels, which feature a turbocharged 1.6L engine that generates 195 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Besides helping you cruise down the highway and drive around in the city, the engine options of the new Seltos are also engineered for maximum fuel efficiency. Models equipped with the turbocharged 1.6L powertrain get EPA ratings of 25 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway, while base models achieve 27 mpg and 31 mpg, respectively. Modern Driver-Assist Technologies and Safety Features The class-leading safety features and driver-assist technologies of the new Seltos are more reasons why Kia SUVs are growing in popularity. All trim levels of this crossover SUV are equipped with plenty of standard technologies, including front collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, a rearview monitor for easy parking, and lane departure warning. If you want to explore the fantastic Kia Seltos in person and check out its features out on the road, you've come to the right spot! Visit us at DARCARS Kia of Frederick in Maryland, and book your test drive today!

The five-passenger 2024 Kia Seltos is a wonderful SUV for growing families and people with adventurous weekend hobbies. The Seltos offers two powertrain options this year, along with various convenience features and advanced safety technology. See which trim is best suited for your lifestyle. 1. LX The entry-level Seltos is outfitted with a lightweight 2.0L in-line four-cylinder engine. The inline design is an ingenious option for this SUV since the narrow engine design takes up less space under the hood. This engine can produce 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is paired with an IVT transmission for effortless driving. The LX model also has standard safety technology like a rearview camera for optimal views behind your car to help make parking and reversing easier, hill start assist, and downhill brake control to help you drive safer on steep declines. more 2. S The S model has two drivetrain options. The S FWD has an EPA-estimated fuel efficiency of 28 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway, while the S AWD gets an EPA-estimated 27 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway. The S model has three selectable drive modes (Normal, Sport, and Eco) so you can customize the efficiency and performance of the SUV to match the driving environment. 3. EX The EX trim is filled with convenience features like heated front seats, 60/40 folding rear seats for versatile cargo space, and a dual-level cargo floor to help keep your cabin organized or store valuable cargo out of sight. A massive 10.25-inch infotainment system is also standard for this model so you can access entertainment and navigation. 4. X-Line The X-Line model is equipped with standard technology to help keep the SUV centered in your lane, such as lane-keeping assist for steering support, lane departure warning that helps alert you if the SUV starts to drift, and lane-following assist. The X-Line trim introduces the 1.6L turbocharged I4 engine, which generates 195 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The turbocharged powertrain is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 5. SX The highest trim has luxurious style details, such as the premium SynTex seating material. The exterior paint color options include vibrant colors like Pluton Blue and two-tone combinations like Pluton Blue/Black Fusion. This model also has advanced features like forward collision avoidance with junction turning, pedestrian, and cyclist detection, and navigation-based smart cruise control. The navigation-based smart cruise control uses database and satellite information to help predict curves in the road while also adapting to the driving speed of vehicles around you. This smart cruise control feature can help your SUV slow down while entering a curve and help you speed up as you exit the curve. Get to Know the 2024 Seltos Trims Further in Frederick, MD The 2024 Seltos is a popular SUV for a reason. Check out the fantastic performance and convenience of this SUV when you visit DARCARS Kia of Frederick.

The 2025 Kia EV9 is blazing its own path in the electric SUV market, with powerful motors, quick recharging times, and remarkable efficiency. Every EV9 also comes with plenty of standard features that set it apart from the competition, including comfort, convenience, and safety technologies. 1. Comfortable Three-Row Cabin With five available trim levels, the EV9 lets you choose the powertrain and cabin configuration that are just right for you. The Light RWD and Wind AWD trims have seven-passenger seating with a second-row bench seat, while the remaining three trims seat six and come with second-row captain's chairs. Third-row passengers can enter and exit easily by sliding the second-row seats with just one touch. SynTex synthetic leather seat trim comes standard, as does a tri-zone automatic climate control system with separate controls for the rear passengers. more 2. Panoramic Display The EV9's vibrant 29.6-inch panoramic display, which includes the instrument display, climate display, and navigation touchscreen, provides the driver with all the information they need for every journey. The infotainment system automatically receives Over-the-Air system and map updates and connects to your compatible smartphone with wireless Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Once you're connected, the touchscreen can mirror your phone's apps, and the eight-speaker audio system can play its music. 3. Smart Storage Space The EV9 doesn't just have three rows of spacious seating; it also has 20.2 cubic feet of cargo space for everything you need to bring along. When your hands are full, the Smart Power Liftgate detects your Smart Key and opens hands-free so you can load or unload easily. The EV9 also has a front trunk with hidden storage and folding rear seats to create up to 81.7 cubic feet of storage space. 4. Digital Key 2.0 Getting on the road is more convenient than ever with the EV9's Digital Key 2.0, which turns your compatible smartphone into a virtual key fob. Not only can you use your phone to lock, unlock, and drive your vehicle, but you can also share your virtual key with friends and family and manage their access levels. 5. Convenient Driver Assistance When the highway gets busy, the EV9 helps you out with steering, acceleration, and braking assistance from standard Highway Driving Assist 2. This technology can detect lane markers and nearby vehicles, then keep you centered in your lane and maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead. It can even automatically change lanes when you engage the turn signal while holding the steering wheel. The best way to learn more about the EV9 is to get into the driver's seat and experience its impressive performance and tech features for yourself. When you're ready to schedule your test drive, call or visit us at DARCARS Kia of Frederick in Frederick, MD.