The Kia Seltos is a compact SUV that surprises most people with how mount-friendly it actually is. The main thing working against you is the raised center display console, which blocks the dash and puts some constraints on windshield placement. Work around that and you have several solid options.
This guide covers the best phone and tablet mounting locations in the 2021 through 2025 Kia Seltos, with a note at the bottom on the 2026 model which received a full interior redesign.
Several states restrict or prohibit windshield mounts. Before you buy, check the state-by-state windshield mount laws guide. Every windshield mount listed here also works on the dash with the included adhesive disk.
The Seltos Interior: What You’re Working With
The 2021 through 2025 Kia Seltos features a raised center display console that extends up toward the windshield. That display blocks a clean dash mount position and makes the windshield slightly harder to reach from the driver’s seat. Neither location is impossible, but both require more care in positioning than vehicles with a lower dash profile.
The center vents are horizontal with standard-width slats and sit just below the display at a good eye-level height. This makes them the easiest and most practical mounting location in the Seltos. A custom-fit screen surround mount is also available for 2024 and 2025 models. The passenger seat bolt is accessible and works well for tablet mounting. The cup holders are relatively small in this compact SUV. There is no CD slot.
Quick Comparison: Kia Seltos Phone Mounts
| Mount | Location | Best For | GPS Compatible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| LUNQIN Custom-Fit Mount | Screen surround bezel | Cleanest factory-look install | ✓ Yes |
| Miracase 3-in-1 Mount | Vent, windshield, or dash | Versatile everyday phone mount | ✗ No |
| Arkon Slim-Grip Ultra | Windshield or dash | Phone; open sides for USB-C charging | ✗ No |
| Arkon Seat Bolt Mount | Passenger seat bolt | Tablet; pre-set navigation | ✗ No |
The Top Phone Mounts for the Kia Seltos
1. LUNQIN Custom-Fit Mount: Top Pick for 2024 and 2025 Models
Best for: Seltos owners who want a clean, factory-integrated install with no adhesive, no suction cup, and no vent clip
Fits: 2024 and 2025 Kia Seltos (and 2026 per the listing)
The LUNQIN mount clips directly onto the navigation screen surround bracket, using the bezel of the display as its anchor point. No tools required, no permanent modification to the interior. It positions your phone right next to the infotainment screen where it is easy to see and reach, without touching the windshield, the vents, or the dash surface.
This type of custom-fit mount is increasingly the preferred approach for newer vehicles with large display consoles, because it works with the interior design rather than fighting against it. If you have a 2024 or 2025 Seltos, this is the cleanest install available. Confirm your model year fits before ordering.
2. Miracase 3-in-1 Car Phone Mount: Versatile Vent, Windshield, and Dash Option
Best for: Drivers who want one mount that works in multiple locations, or 2021 through 2023 Seltos owners where the LUNQIN custom-fit is not available
Fits: Any phone including large Pro Max models; works on horizontal and vertical vent slats
The Miracase 3-in-1 is a well-reviewed, widely available vent mount that covers all three common mounting surfaces in one package: air vent clip, windshield suction, and dash adhesive disk. The vent clip has an adjustable locking mechanism that tightens down onto the fin rather than just resting against it, which keeps the mount from working loose over time. The ball joint locks at any angle once you find the right viewing position.
In the Seltos, the center vents work well with this mount. Use landscape orientation to keep the phone below the display above the vents. The cradle holds phones from 4 to 7 inches with or without a case, and the open sides allow a USB-C or Lightning cable to plug in while the phone is mounted. At around $13 to $20 it is one of the better value vent mounts on the market.
3. Arkon Mega-Grip: Windshield and Dash Option
Best for: Windshield or dash placement; good for drivers who want to charge via USB-C while the phone is mounted
Fits: Phones up to 3.5″ wide; grips from the side
The Arkon Mega-GripUltra grips the phone from the right and left rather than the top and bottom, with adjustable supports at the bottom. This means your USB-C or Lightning charging cable plugs in without interference from the cradle arms. The suction base attaches to the windshield and the arm brings the mount within reach of the driver.
In the Seltos, avoid placing the suction cup in the center of the windshield where the raised display console reduces arm clearance. The lower driver-side corner of the windshield is the better position. The mount ships with an adhesive disk for dash placement as well, which puts the phone on the wide flat dash area below the display.
4. Arkon Seat Bolt Mount: Tablet Mounting via Passenger Seat
Best for: Mounting a tablet using the passenger seat bolt; good for pre-set navigation or passenger use
Fits: Tablets and phones; 22″ bendable gooseneck arm
The passenger seat bolt on the left side of the front passenger seat is accessible in the Seltos and accepts a seat bolt mount base without any drilling. The Arkon seat bolt mount uses a 22-inch bendable gooseneck arm that positions the tablet toward the driver or folds out of the way when not in use. The universal cradle fits most phones and tablets.
This is not a location for apps you need to glance at while driving. Use it for navigation that is fully configured before you start moving, or for a passenger to use a tablet during a longer trip. Always mount to the left bolt of the passenger seat rather than the driver’s side, and tighten the bolt back down firmly with a socket wrench after installation.
Mount by Location: Which One to Pick
| Location | Recommended Mount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Screen surround (2024 and 2025) | LUNQIN Custom-Fit Mount | No adhesive; clips to display bezel |
| Center vents (all years) | Miracase 3-in-1 | Use landscape mode; left vent closest to driver |
| Windshield or dash | Arkon Slim-Grip Ultra or Miracase 3-in-1 | Lower driver corner; check state laws for windshield |
| Passenger seat bolt (tablet) | Arkon Seat Bolt Mount | 22″ arm; use left passenger bolt; tighten firmly |
| Rear headrest (tablet) | See headrest guide | For rear passenger entertainment |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best phone mounting location in the Kia Seltos?
For 2024 and 2025 models, the LUNQIN custom-fit screen surround mount is the cleanest option available. For 2021 through 2023 models, the center vents are the most practical location. Mount the phone in landscape orientation to stay below the display that sits directly above the vents.
Why is the dash a difficult location in the Seltos?
The Seltos has a raised center display console that extends upward toward the windshield. This reduces clearance between the display and the glass, leaving less usable flat surface for a suction or adhesive mount. It also means a windshield-mounted phone needs careful positioning to avoid the arm colliding with the display below. The lower driver-side corner of the windshield is the best position if you go that route.
Can I mount a Garmin GPS in the Kia Seltos?
Yes. The LUNQIN custom-fit mount and the Arkon Slim-Grip Ultra both expose a standard mounting ball when the phone cradle is removed. All Garmin vehicle GPS units made in the past decade use a cradle with a 17mm socket that snaps onto that ball. Either mount works as a GPS solution without any additional hardware.
Does this guide cover the 2026 Kia Seltos?
No. The 2026 Seltos is a full redesign with a new panoramic display, slimmer AC vents, and a revised interior layout. The mounting recommendations in this guide apply to 2021 through 2025 models only. A separate 2026 guide is in progress.
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