Kia has officially launched the new 2026 Kia Seltos in India. The second-generation Seltos starts at Rs 10.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 19.99 lakh, ex-showroom. With this update, Kia aims to strengthen its position in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment, where models like the Hyundai Creta and others already have a strong presence. Recently launched Tata Sierra is also a major competitor that crossed 70000 bookings on its very first day.

The new Seltos comes with a fresh design, more features, and familiar engine options. Kia has focused on improving the overall experience while keeping the pricing aggressive.

New Kia Seltos Price Range Explained

The naturally aspirated petrol versions of the Kia Seltos are priced between Rs 10.99 lakh and Rs 19.49 lakh. The turbo-petrol variants start at Rs 12.89 lakh and go up to Rs 19.99 lakh. Diesel variants begin at Rs 12.59 lakh and also top out at Rs 19.99 lakh.

Manual variants of the Seltos are priced from Rs 10.99 lakh and go up to Rs 18.29 lakh. Automatic variants start at Rs 13.39 lakh and extend to Rs 19.99 lakh. Kia is now offering the NA petrol engine even with the top variants, which was not available earlier. Also, the top-end variants are only offered with automatic transmissions, while manual options end at the HTX (A) trim.

New Kia Seltos Price List

All prices are ex-showroom, pan-India

For reference, the outgoing Kia Seltos was priced between Rs 10.79 lakh and Rs 19.81 lakh, ex-showroom.

Bookings for the new Kia Seltos are already open. Interested buyers can book the SUV by paying Rs 25,000 at Kia dealerships or through the official Kia India website. Deliveries are expected to start from mid-January. Kia currently has 821 touchpoints across 369 cities in India, making access easy for buyers.

Kia Seltos Variants on Offer

The new Seltos is available in eight main variants. These include HTE and HTE (O), HTK and HTK (O), HTX and HTX (A), and GTX and GTX (A). The GTX and GTX (A) variants also come with an optional X-Line styling pack. This pack adds a Matte Graphite paint option, gloss black elements, gunmetal inserts, and blacked-out 18-inch alloy wheels.

For buyers on a tight budget, the base HTE variant offers good value. The HTK (O) variant is ideal for those who want a balance of features and price. If you want a premium experience with all features, the GTX (A) variant is the best choice.

Design and Exterior Changes

The new Kia Seltos has a bold and modern design. It features a large rectangular grille with a black mesh pattern. LED projector headlights sit at the inner edges of the grille and come with welcome and goodbye lighting animations.

The front bumper looks muscular and is finished in gloss black with silver accents around the fog lamp housings. Higher variants get 18-inch alloy wheels, while lower trims use 16-inch wheels. The GTX variants also feature neon-colored brake calipers.

Kia now offers the Seltos in 12 color options, including four new shades. In terms of size, the new Seltos is larger than before. It measures 4460 mm in length, 1830 mm in width, and 1635 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2690 mm. Boot space stands at 447 litres with the rear seats upright.

Interior and Cabin Experience

Inside, the new Seltos feels more premium and family-friendly. The dashboard design is new and includes physical climate control buttons along with a three-screen layout. Interior themes vary by variant. Lower trims get Brown and Grey or Black and Grey themes, while GT Line variants feature a Black and White cabin. The X-Line models come with a Black and Green theme and satin metal accents.

The front seats are comfortable and supportive, making long drives easy. Rear seat space is generous, and the panoramic sunroof adds to the airy feel of the cabin. Rear AC vents, USB charging ports, and sunshades improve passenger comfort, though ventilated rear seats are missing.

Features and Safety Equipment

The Kia Seltos is loaded with features. It gets dual 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and the digital instrument cluster, along with a separate 5-inch touchscreen for climate control. Other highlights include dual-zone climate control, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, ventilated front seats, 64-color ambient lighting, a power-adjustable driver seat with memory, wireless charging, connected car technology, and a panoramic sunroof.

On the safety front, Kia has added front and rear dashcams. The SUV comes with six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, ISOFIX mounts, a 360-degree camera, and Level-2 ADAS for enhanced safety.

Engine Options and Gearboxes

The engine lineup remains unchanged. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 115 PS and 144 Nm of torque. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine delivers 160 PS and 253 Nm. The 1.5-litre diesel engine generates 116 PS and 250 Nm.

Transmission options include a 6-speed manual, CVT, iMT, 7-speed DCT, and a 6-speed automatic, depending on the engine and variant. The new Seltos is based on Kia’s K3 platform and continues to use a front-wheel-drive setup.