Kia Seltos Reinvents the Mid-SUV Playbook With Bolder Design and Smarter Tech
Redefining the Mid-SUV Experience
Kia India has fired a new salvo in the fiercely competitive mid-SUV segment with the launch of the all-new Seltos, priced aggressively from ₹10.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This second-generation model arrives with a bold redesign, expanded dimensions, and a technology package that reimagines what Indian buyers can expect from this category.
Commanding Road Presence
The new Seltos makes an immediate visual statement with:
- Segment-leading length: 4,460 mm
- Enhanced width: 1,830 mm
- Distended wheelbase: 2,690 mm
- Opposites United design philosophy execution
- Digital Tiger Face front grille
- First-in-class Automatic Streamline Door Handles
- Dynamic Welcome Function with Ice Cube LED Projection Headlamps
- R18 Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels with Neon Brake Calipers
Tech-Forward Cabin Experience
Kia's cabin revolution focuses on connected convenience:
- 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display (best-in-class)
- Double D-Cut Dual Tone Leatherette Steering Wheel
- Bose 8-speaker premium audio system
- Smart Key Proximity Unlock Function (segment first)
- Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- 10-Way Power Driver Seat with Memory Function
- Ventilated front seats & Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof
Safety Redefined
The India-first K3 platform enables:
- 24 Standard Safety Features including 6 airbags
- Level-2 ADAS with 21 autonomous functions
- Enhanced structural rigidity and noise insulation
Powertrain Portfolio
Buyers can choose from:
- Smartstream G1.5 Petrol
- Smartstream G1.5 T-GDI Petrol
- 1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel
- Transmission options: 6MT, 6iMT, IVT, 7DCT, 6AT
A New Era of Ownership
Kia supports the Seltos launch with:
- MyKia app for service management
- Extended Warranty up to 7 years
- Roadside Assistance up to 8 years
- Personalized service plans via My Convenience
The Road Ahead
With production underway at Kia's Anantapur facility, the all-new Seltos arrives at a pivotal moment for India's automotive market. By offering segment-leading dimensions wrapped in daring styling and packing unprecedented tech features into accessible price points, Kia isn't just refreshing a model - it's reshaping customer expectations. The comprehensive variant strategy spanning HTE to GTX/X-Line trims ensures there's a Seltos for every buyer profile, while the advanced K3 platform future-proofs Kia's commitment to Indian roads. As SUVs continue dominating sales charts, this bold reinvention positions the Seltos not just as another option, but as a new benchmark for what mid-size SUV buyers should demand.