Real price data
What should you pay for a 2022 Kia Seltos?
Original MSRP
$22,490
When new
Fair market price
$19,845
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$2,645
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $18,390 · 75th $20,786 · MSRP $22,490
Spread of current 2022 Kia Seltos listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
58
out of 100
strong leverage
~52 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
52days of supply
Balanced marketSupply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2022 Kia Seltos.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2022 Kia Seltos inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,691–$21,590
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,490 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $18,483 | $22,490 | $20,691–$21,590 |
| S | $18,688 | $22,790 | $20,967–$21,878 |
| EX | $20,494 | $25,790 | $23,727–$24,758 |
| Nightfall | $20,628 | $26,690 | $24,555–$25,622 |
| SX | $21,030 | $27,990 | $25,751–$26,870 |
- LX
- $18,483
- S
- $18,688
- EX
- $20,494
- Nightfall
- $20,628
- SX
- $21,030
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2022 Kia Seltos.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.
Campaign 25V099000 · 17/02/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2022 Kia Seltos?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,845, within a typical market range of $18,390 to $20,786.
Is the 2022 Kia Seltos cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,490, so a fair used price is roughly $2,645 below MSRP.
Is now a good time to buy a 2022 Kia Seltos?
There are about 52 days of national market supply for the 2022 Kia Seltos — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2022 Kia Seltos.
How much can you negotiate on a 2022 Kia Seltos?
Negotiating leverage rates 58/100 (strong). ~52 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2022 Kia Seltos?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,691–$21,590 — its $22,490 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/24/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.