2021 Kia Seltos | What Should Evie Drive?

Is the Kia Seltos a good car? My wife, Evie, has driven a 2008 Honda CR-V ever since our daughter was born. It's served us reliably but it's time to buy my wife a new car. In this episode of What Should Evie Drive, Evie reviews a 2021 Kia Seltos that happens to be owned by my mother.

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2021 Kia Seltos

2.0L Inline-4
146 hp, 132 lb-ft

Continuously Variable Transmission
Fuel Economy: 27city/31hwy AWD

Base: $21,990
As Tested: $25,390 EX

During our review of this 2021 Kia Seltos, we tested a range of practical details; passenger space, cargo space, child seat accommodation, safety features, infotainment, handling, steering, performance, overall refinement, and price. How did it go? Watch and see. #MicahDrives #WhatShouldEvieDrive

0:00 2021 Kia Seltos Review
0:16 Information Explosion
1:36 Emotion Factor
3:26 Family Friendly?
5:42 Mountain Friendly?
6:25 Sweetie Potpourri
9:25 Should Evie Drive It?

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[dygardion]

This is like watching American idol and wondering who is going to win the series

Like which car is she going to choose??? Suspense

[ReaganThatcher]

7:30 when Evie randomly yells “NEEDLESS FULL THROTTLE and then lets out an evil laugh as you become terrified 😂 Perfect!

[mistertee]

Damn...I drove by a Seltos last night and was genuinely impressed and said "I'm going to watch Seltos videos tomorrow", and then....boom. Thanks, Micah and Evie!

[someindsm]

I would call this a solid “maybe”. My only hesitation is just a personal bugaboo of mine where I don’t like to drive the same vehicle anyone in my family drives. 💁🏼‍♂️

[THDrives]

Your reviews are always so detailed from a more realistic standpoint. The average driver can understand yall!

[christhefistful]

For what it is worth..I live in Manitoba -35 deg C (-31F) today. I have a 2021 Seltos EX Premium AWD. I have studded winter tires and have no problem starting and stopping on icy back roads and deep snow, so I would suggest you and your wife could feel confident driving in the mountains if you have good tires. The AWD system on the Seltos works proactively unlike some AWD systems that react only after wheel spin occurs. The Canadian models have a few extra standard features depending on trim level. The EX premium has features like a heated steering wheel, heated washer nozzles, safe exit assist, mud guards, carpeted floor mats, remote start. But we only get the black interiors. The MSRP for my car was $30, 595.00 cdn. You did a great video full of fun and useful information plus no wine bottles were harmed in the making of it!

[andrewloughlin]

Is it just me, or does Evie look just like your mom?! Also.. Seltos seems like a great choice

[jloudy]

The Seltos looks really good in that color.

[josuanrodriguez]

Its a good option for Evie, also, I think she should comment on color choices or preferences for exterior and interior!

[davidfrania]

Nana Muzio really cracked me up when she said her wine bottles won't break in the package area...I actually laughed out loud! Thanks!

[LordWinter]

Seltos sounds like a brand of carbonated water marketed to rich suburban moms

[rbielarski]

YES, love this car especially the EX w/gray seats!

[mikevaldes]

i can definitely see evie in an acura rdx !!

[AyeeItsLaRock]

I definitely think this would be a good segway from an old CRV. Relatively the same size buuut better styling, safer, new tech, etc. I personally think it's a great contender! (Although personally I'd wait until the new Hyundai Tucson comes out or even the bigger Kia Sorento because hot dayum, they both look amazing 😍)

[Pinkpolo]

Just when I think I couldn't like this family more... here comes Nana!!! I'd watch you guys all day. Your mom is funny too!!! Awesome review.

[OrdinarilyStrange]

I love this series. I think the Seltos is a really sharp looking compact SUV. Now I just have to impatiently wait for the next video to come out! XD

[alphagoat]

seeing a non-auto-journalist review is quite refreshing in the sea of car review videos

[JA-noin]

I think it's not a bad option, but Evie is very similar to my wife in terms of what she cares about in her vehicle and after driving both the Seltos and the Kona, my wife decided in the Kona. The styling and slightly more comfortable ride won her over.

[davidnorth]

I drive the S model, fwd with all the safety features and the 2.0 with a CVT. I'm 6'5" and have more than enough room in the drive side. I always drove Volvo so this had to be solid. Tightest turning radius of anything I've ever driven. Bonus is surfboards on a black Seltos looks so fine.

[Magnetorheological]

The Seltos is nice and all, but I think I prefer that tank @ 6:59. If you get into a collision, everyone around you dies and your family is safe, it's the ultimate family friendly vehicle!