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2026 Kia Seltos: Passenger & Cargo Capacity

Blog Aug 26th, 2025
a blue 2026 Kia Seltos is seen from a rear angle against a green hill at sunset

2026 Kia Seltos: Passenger & Cargo Capacity

As you might have seen in our blog recommending the Best Kia SUV For Your Summer Getaway, the 2026 Kia Seltos can pack up a solid amount of cargo without feeling like too much car for many drivers to handle. In fact, its subcompact frame actually makes for a pretty zippy driving experience that’s easily maneuverable in heavy traffic and narrow side roads, so it’s particularly impressive that the Seltos can put away up to 1,778 L of luggage, making it a convenient choice for running the kids to school or helping your new undergrad move into their university dorm–even if it’s located right in the heart of a bustling city like Ontario. Keep reading as we take a closer look at the numbers and show off how deceptively roomy the 2026 Kia Seltos really is!

For more information about the 2026 Kia Seltos, visit Kia.ca!

 

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Check Out the Seltos’s Expandable Cargo Bay

What the Seltos lacks in towing power compared to its larger and more expensive counterparts, it makes up for in its packing potential. Got multiple kids that need dropping off at school or running to their after-school activities? You’ve got 752 L of cargo space to work with behind the second row seats, so you’ll have no trouble accommodating their backpacks and gym bags. Fold the 60/40 rear split or flatten the back row completely though, and that capacity jumps to a very generous 1,778 L: ideal amount for loading up your brand new university student and driving them to start an exciting new chapter in their life.

The leather front and second row seating of the 2026 Kia Seltos

2026 Kia Seltos Interior Cargo Capacity (L)
Behind First Row 1,778
Behind Second Row 752

Seating You Can Stretch Out In

It doesn’t matter how much space you’ve got for your bags if your knees are squashed under your chin–not a problem you’ll have inside the 2026 Kia Seltos, where ‘cozy’ isn’t just talk for ‘small’. Let’s take the daily school run as an example: the last thing you want to hear before 9 in the morning is shouting and complaining about ‘he’s kicking me!’ or ‘her elbow is jabbing me!’ Thankfully, the 2026 Kia Seltos has got you covered with up to 55.4 inches of shoulder room, so everyone can get comfortable without invading anyone else’s personal space.

The trunk of a 2026 Kia Seltos is open, with rolling suitcases propped up behind it on the brick floor

2026 Kia Seltos Passenger Dimensions (inches)
Head Room  Front: 40.3

Rear: 38.3
Shoulder Room Front: 55.4

Rear: 54.9
Hip Room Front: 53.3

Rear: 48.8
Leg Room Front: 41.3

Rear: 37.9

 

Shop the 2026 Kia Seltos at Lally Kia in Chatham, ON!

Now you’ve taken a glimpse inside the 2026 Kia Seltos, why not get some hands-on experience? Book a test drive at Lally Kia online, or come on down for a closer look at the Seltos and its brand new features for 2026! Our team is always happy to answer your questions about everything from accessories to financing, so don’t hesitate to get in touch today and shop our full range of Kia SUVs in Chatham, ON!

For more information about the 2026 Kia Seltos, visit Kia.ca!

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