New Delhi: Kia India today pulled the wraps off the much-anticipated All-New Seltos, and let’s just say… it didn’t tiptoe in. It marched onto the global stage from India, chest out, shoulders wide—quite literally—thanks to its new, segment-leading 4,460 mm length and 1,830 mm width. If the previous Seltos was bold, this one looks like it hit a growth spurt and decided to dominate the midsize SUV arena.
Bookings for this feature-loaded SUV open tonight at midnight, which means several group chats across India are already preparing for the classic—“Bro should I book?” debate.
A Design Glow-Up: Sharp, Shiny and Opposites United
Kia’s Opposites United design philosophy comes alive on the new Seltos, which now flaunts a Digital Tiger Face grille, Automatic Streamline Door Handles, and Ice Cube LED Projection Headlamps that look like they’re auditioning for a sci-fi film.
Add in 46.2 cm R18 Crystal Cut alloys, neon brake calipers, connected Star Map LED tail lamps, and the debut of two new colours—Morning Haze and Magma Red—and you have an SUV that’s basically saying:
“Look at me. No seriously, look.”
Cabin of the Future (But You Can Sit in It Today)
Inside, the Seltos pulls out the big screens—literally. The massive 75.18 cm (30-inch) Trinity Panoramic Display Panel dominates the dashboard and makes most home-office setups feel underpowered.
Premium touches continue with:
- Smoky Black & White interiors
- 10-Way Power Driver Seat with lumbar adjust
- Welcome Retract Seat function (your seat moves back to greet you—very polite)
- Ventilated seats, sunshades, wireless charger, and
- Bose 8-speaker premium audio for those who think every drive is a concert tour.
Rear passengers aren’t left out either—they get reclining seats, USB Type-C ports, and a panoramic sunroof view perfect for reel-making.
Built on the New Global K3 Platform — Stronger, Safer, Smoother
Making its India-first debut, Kia’s K3 platform brings stronger structural integrity, better NVH control, and improved crash safety. The Seltos now features a 24-standard safety pack, including:
- 6 airbags
- ESC, ABS, HAC
- Rollover Sensor
- Rear Occupant Alert
And when you add Level 2 ADAS with 21 autonomous features—ranging from Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist to Smart Cruise Control—it becomes clear the new Seltos is not just a car but a well-behaved co-driver.
Smart Tech for Smart Drivers
Keyless convenience gets an upgrade with Smart Key Proximity Unlock, meaning your Seltos unlocks itself when you approach—because buttons are so 2020.
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay are standard (yes, finally), while Kia Connect 2.0 brings OTA updates so your SUV stays updated even while you binge Netflix.
Powertrains for Every Personality
Whether you’re a calm commuter or a weekend sprinter, Kia has a Seltos for you:
- Smartstream G1.5 Petrol – 115 PS / 144 Nm
- Smartstream 1.5 T-GDI – 160 PS / 253 Nm
- 1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel – 116 PS / 250 Nm
Transmission options span the full buffet: 6MT, 6iMT, IVT, 7DCT, and 6AT—ensuring there’s a drivetrain for every mood, every pothole, and every highway sprint.
Trims, Packs, and Customization Galore
Four base trims — HTE, HTK, HTX, GTX
Four option variants — HTE(O), HTK(O), HTX(A), GTX(A)
Plus tech, style, ADAS, and X-Line packages.
In short, the Seltos configurator might take longer than your actual booking.
Made in Anantapur, Ready for the World
Kia’s state-of-the-art Anantapur plant has crafted a global SUV that is debuting from India, signaling the brand’s confidence in the market and its bold ambitions to lead the midsize SUV race… again.
Prices will be revealed on January 2, 2026, which means New Year’s resolutions will now include “Buy Seltos”.
Kia hasn’t just refreshed the Seltos—it has redefined it. Larger, techier, safer, and more stylish, the All-New Seltos is all set to once again disrupt a segment it practically created.
And knowing India, the midnight booking rush might just crash a few servers.
