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Kia Seltos: LCD display / Trip information (trip computer)

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The Kia Seltos trip computer is a microcomputer-controlled driver information system that displays useful driving data. It helps the driver monitor trip distance, driving time, fuel economy, and other important travel information directly through the instrument cluster.

Kia Seltos trip computer information display

NOTICE

Some driving information stored in the Kia Seltos trip computer may be reset if the battery is disconnected.

Trip Modes

Kia Seltos trip computer modes Type A display

Type A

Kia Seltos trip computer modes Type B display

Type B

*: if equipped

To change the trip mode, scroll the toggle switch (Kia Seltos trip computer toggle up switch icon / Kia Seltos trip computer toggle down switch icon) on the steering wheel.

Drive Info mode

This display shows trip distance (1), total driving time (2), average fuel efficiency (3), and instant fuel economy (4, if equipped) for one ignition cycle. It is useful for checking the Kia Seltos driving data from the current trip.

Kia Seltos Drive Info mode Type A display

Type A

Kia Seltos Drive Info mode Type B display

Type B

  • Fuel efficiency is calculated after the Kia Seltos has been driven for more than 0.2 miles (300 meters).

  • If the driver's door is opened after the engine is turned off, or if 3 minutes pass after restarting the engine, the Drive Info data will reset.

  • If you press the OK button for more than 1 second while the Drive Info screen is displayed, the information will be reset.

  • If the engine is running, the information will continue to accumulate even when the vehicle is not moving.

Since Refueling mode

This display shows trip distance (1), total driving time (2), average fuel efficiency (3), and instant fuel economy (4, if equipped) after the Kia Seltos has been refueled. This mode is helpful for tracking fuel use between fill-ups.

Kia Seltos Since Refueling mode Type A display

Type A

Kia Seltos Since Refueling mode Type B display

Type B

  • Fuel efficiency is calculated after the vehicle has been driven for more than 0.2 miles (300 meters).

  • After refueling more than 1.6 gallons (6 liters) and driving over 1 mph (1 km/h), the Since Refueling data will reset automatically to its default state.

  • If you press the OK button for more than 1 second while the Driving Information screen is displayed, the information will be reset.

  • If the engine is running, the information will continue to accumulate even if the Kia Seltos is stationary.

Accumulated driving information mode

This display shows accumulated trip distance (1), total driving time (2), average fuel efficiency (3), and instant fuel economy (4, if equipped). It is useful for monitoring longer-term Kia Seltos driving patterns over multiple trips.

Kia Seltos accumulated driving information Type A display

Type A

Kia Seltos accumulated driving information Type B display

Type B

  • Accumulated information is calculated after the vehicle has been driven for more than 0.2 miles (300 meters).

  • If you press the OK button for more than 1 second while the accumulated information is displayed, the data will be reset.

  • If the engine is running, the information will continue to accumulate even when your Kia Seltos is not moving.

Auto Stop timer

Kia Seltos Auto Stop timer display

This mode displays the elapsed Auto Stop time from the Idle Stop and Go system. It helps show how long the engine has remained stopped automatically during compatible driving conditions.

Digital speedometer

Kia Seltos digital speedometer Type A display

Type A

Kia Seltos digital speedometer Type B display

Type B

This mode displays the current speed of the Kia Seltos in a digital format for quick and easy reading.

For Type A cluster

This mode displays the current vehicle speed in MPH when the speedometer unit is selected in km/h. This mode is not displayed when MPH is already selected as the speedometer unit.

Other information:

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Tires and wheels

For safety, proper vehicle maintenance, stable handling, and maximum fuel economy, always maintain the recommended tire inflation pressures for your Kia Seltos. Also stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for the vehicle. Recommended cold tire inflation pressures All tire pressures should be checked when the tires are cold.

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Windows

The doors of the Kia Seltos are equipped with power windows that can be operated using the window switches. The power window system provides convenient control for the driver and passengers, while the driver can also restrict rear window operation when needed. Driver's door power window switch Front passenger's door power window switch Rear door left power window switch Rear door right power window switch Window opening and closing Automatic power window up*/down* Power window lock switch *: if equipped NOTICE In cold and wet weather, the power windows may not operate properly because of freezing conditions.