Does the 2026 Kia Seltos need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 7 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $248 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| LX AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| S FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| EX FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| S AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| EX AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| SX AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kia Seltos | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Kia Sportage | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Kia Sorento | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Nissan Kicks | S FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Buick Envista | Preferred FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | S 2.0 AWC 4WD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree