KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Seltos facelift India debut on December 10
- Bold new squared-off grille, sharper LED headlamps
- Muscular boxy design with redesigned bumpers, alloys
- Upgraded premium interior, larger touchscreen, better materials
- Possible strong-hybrid powertrain joining existing engines
Kia has officially begun teasing the upcoming Seltos facelift, confirming its India debut on December 10. The short teaser clip shared across the brand's social media channels reveal a significantly reshaped front end, hinting at the most dramatic overhaul the SUV has received since it first arrived in the country.
The teaser highlights a completely new headlamp design, featuring sharper LED elements connected by a more assertive lighting signature. The front fascia appears to be heavily reworked, showcasing a larger, squarer grille, chunkier detailing, and what looks like a more upright nose to give the SUV a stronger, more premium visual identity. Check out rest of the details below and make sure you join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay versed on the latest automotive news.
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Kia Seltos Facelift: An All New Design Language
Spy images combined with teaser cues indicate that the facelifted Seltos will adopt a more muscular, box-inspired profile. Expect:
- A more squared-off grille framed by vertically stacked LED DRLs
- Reprofiled front and rear bumpers
- A redesigned tailgate with new LED tail-lamp graphics
- Fresh alloy wheel patterns that enhance the SUV's stance
Kia seems to be pushing the Seltos toward a more rugged, SUV-centric look - moving away from the curvier lines of the outgoing model.
Kia Seltos Facelift: Tech-Loaded and More Premium
The cabin is also set for a noticeable upgrade. While the teasers don't reveal the interior, sources indicate:
- A redesigned dashboard with a cleaner, flatter layout
- Higher-quality materials for a more upmarket feel
- A bigger touchscreen infotainment unit
- Revised seating for better ergonomics
- New dual-tone upholstery themes
Improved connectivity, expanded ADAS functions, and updated digital interfaces are also expected as Kia aligns the Seltos with modern mid-size SUV expectations.
Engines Expected: A Hybrid Could Make Its Debut
Under the hood, Kia is likely to retain the current engine trio:
- 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol
- 1.5-litre turbo-petrol
- 1.5-litre diesel
But the headline-grabber could be the strong-hybrid powertrain - spotted during earlier test runs - potentially entering the Seltos lineup for the first time. Transmission choices should continue to include manual, iMT, and automatic options, with tuning improvements for efficiency and smoothness.
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Verdict
The updated Seltos will enter a fiercely contested segment, taking on: Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, VW Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and the upcoming Tata Curvv.
With its bold new face, premium interior enhancements, and the possibility of hybrid technology, the refreshed Seltos aims to push Kia further up the mid-size SUV ladder.
