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2026 Seltos Puts Vehicle Access on Your Smartphone

Digital Key 2 Touch transforms your compatible smartphone into a secure vehicle key, eliminating the need to carry traditional metal keys. Using encrypted NFC communication between your phone and the Seltos, the system unlocks doors automatically as you approach and allows engine start with a push-button press inside the cabin. Key duplication is impossible, thanks to dynamic encryption, and digital credentials can be shared with up to two additional drivers via the Kia Connect app for temporary or scheduled access. Setting up the feature takes minutes within the smartphone app, and owners can monitor active digital keys and revoke permissions in real time for enhanced oversight.

Beyond the digital key, the Seltos cabin features a 10.25-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a high-resolution 10.25-inch TFT LCD cluster that adapts to driving modes. An available heads-up display projects speed, turn-by-turn directions and safety alerts onto a panel above the steering wheel, reducing eyes-off-the-road time and enhancing situational awareness. Convenience is boosted by multiple USB ports, a wireless charging pad, automatic climate control, heated front seats and memory functions on higher trims, while advanced driver-assist systems such as Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Follow Assist and Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist come standard.

  • Set up Digital Key 2 Touch in the Kia Connect app and pair your smartphone with the Seltos.
  • Approach the vehicle with your enrolled device to unlock doors automatically and start the engine with the push-button.
  • Share secure digital keys with up to two additional drivers and manage permissions remotely.
  • Connect wirelessly to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto for hands-free calls, streaming and navigation.
  • Schedule a demo at Kia of Newmarket to experience smartphone-based access and onboard technology.

Digital Key 2 Touch updates everyday access by combining seamless Bluetooth or NFC communication with robust encryption, freeing you from physical keys and integrating smoothly with advanced infotainment and safety technology for a secure, connected driving experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Digital Key 2 Touch and how does it work?

Digital Key 2 Touch uses encrypted NFC or Bluetooth Low Energy communication to turn a compatible smartphone into the Seltos’s primary key. After registering your device in the Kia Connect app, the system recognizes the paired smartphone when it’s within proximity of the vehicle’s door handle. Doors automatically unlock, and the engine can be started via the push-button inside the cabin. Encryption keys rotate dynamically to prevent replication and ensure that only authorised devices gain access.

Which smartphones are compatible with Digital Key 2 Touch?

Digital Key 2 Touch requires a compatible Android device with NFC functionality or an Apple iPhone model that supports NFC and the Kia Connect app. Generally, most recent flagship Android phones (Android 10 or later) and iPhone models from iPhone X and newer meet requirements. Confirm compatibility in the app store listing or on Kia.ca. Bluetooth Low Energy backup is provided for devices without NFC, ensuring broader support across popular smartphone models.

How do I share a digital key with family or friends?

Within the Kia Connect app, select the Digital Key management menu, choose “Share Key,” and enter the recipient’s mobile number or email address. The request sends a secure link that guides the secondary driver to download the digital key file. You can set time or usage limits and revoke access instantly at any time via the app. Each shared key remains encrypted, and a maximum of two additional digital keys may be active concurrently.

What happens if my smartphone’s battery dies or I lose my phone?

If your phone battery runs out or the device is misplaced, you can still access the Seltos through the mechanical key integrated into the smart key fob, which is provided as a backup. Additionally, Kia offers roadside support and remote unlocking services through Kia Connect. Owners can temporarily grant digital access to a spare smartphone or request assistance via the Kia call centre to regain entry and mobility without delay.

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