KIA Seltos

The second-generation Kia Seltos is launched in India with prices starting at Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and going up to Rs 20 lakh for the top-spec diesel automatic variant. Built on Kia’s new K3 platform, it continues with familiar petrol and diesel engine options while offering a wider variant spread. With refreshed styling, a tech-heavy cabin, and advanced ADAS features, the new Seltos strengthens its position in the competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Kia has officially confirmed the Seltos Hybrid for India, with a launch timeline expected between late 2026 and early 2027. Likely to use a localised 1.5-litre petrol-based strong-hybrid setup, it aims to deliver higher efficiency and lower emissions while staying competitively priced. With aggressive localisation and a clear roadmap, the Seltos Hybrid will expand Kia’s powertrain range and challenge Maruti–Toyota’s dominance in the hybrid SUV segment.

The second-generation Kia Seltos continues with a familiar yet versatile 1.5-litre engine range, including a naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol, and diesel options. Paired with multiple manual and automatic gearboxes, the lineup caters to buyers prioritising efficiency, performance, or torque. While electrified options are absent at launch, the updated platform, larger dimensions, and richer features give these ICE powertrains a fresh and more refined character.

Kia has teased the upcoming Seltos facelift, confirming its India debut on December 10. The teaser reveals a bold new design with a sharper LED lighting signature, a squarer grille, and a more upright, muscular stance. Inside, the facelift is expected to bring a more premium, tech-loaded cabin with updated infotainment and enhanced ADAS. Engine options are likely to remain familiar, with a strong-hybrid powertrain potentially making its debut.

The next-generation Kia Seltos has been spotted testing ahead of its global debut on December 10, revealing a sharper, more modern design with updated LED lighting, revised bumpers, and new alloy wheels. Inside, it is expected to get a more premium, tech-forward cabin with a large integrated display and improved comfort features. Powertrain options are likely to remain familiar, with a strong-hybrid variant expected to join the lineup for the first time.