Kia Seltos

Overview
The Kia Seltos has a boxier SUV silhouette, but it truly shines inside with its soft-touch materials, upmarket cabin experience, and dual-infotainment screens housed in a single pane across a modern dashboard. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (making 158bhp/253Nm) tested by us felt smooth and responsive, while the DCT transmission performed superbly in traffic.
Latest Updates & What's New
We tested the Kia Seltos diesel-automatic. It returned a fuel efficiency of 10.7kmpl (city) and 16.65kmpl (highways).
The Kia Seltos has received a price hike of up to Rs. 32,500 (based on the variant) but its starting price has remained unchanged at Rs. 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Kia Seltos will receive a price hike of two per cent from 1 July 2026.
Pros / What We Like
- ✓ The interior quality, material finish, and overall cabin ambience feel genuinely premium.
- ✓ The turbo-petrol engine delivers strong performance with smooth, refined power delivery.
- ✓ The DCT automatic gearbox is quick-shifting, smooth in traffic, and easy to live with.
- ✓ High-end features like a large panoramic sunroof, digital displays and sun-blinds enhance comfort.
- ✓ Ride quality has improved over the previous model, with better bump absorption.
Cons / What We Dislike
- ✗ The diesel powertrain could use more high-speed grunt.
- ✗ Despite improvements, the ride quality is still on the firmer side in the segment.
- ✗ The turbo-petrol engine isn’t very fuel-efficient, especially in city driving conditions.
- ✗ Some hard plastic elements feel out of place in an otherwise premium cabin.
Available Variants
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Technical Specifications
Complete performance, technology, safety, and dimensions metrics
| Propulsion Type | |
| Gearbox | |
| Declared Range / Fuel Economy | N/A |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Engine Type | 1.5l CRDi VGT |
| Displacement | 1493 cc |
| Max Power | 114bhp@4000rpm |
| Max Torque | 250Nm@1500-2750rpm |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel Supply System | CRDI |
| Turbo Charger | Yes |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed |
| Drive Type | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 Litres |
| Emission Norm Compliance | BS VI 2.0 |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type | Electric |
| Steering Column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Length | 4460 mm |
| Width | 1830 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm |
| Boot Space | 447 Litres |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Wheel Base | 2690 mm |
| Power Steering | Yes |
| Air Conditioner | Yes |
| Heater | Yes |
| Adjustable Steering | Height & Reach |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes |
| Electric Adjustable Seats | Front |
| Automatic Climate Control | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet | Yes |
| Rear Seat Headrest | Adjustable |
| Adjustable Headrest | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes |
| Lumbar Support | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear |
| Foldable Rear Seat | 60:40 Split |
| KeyLess Entry | Yes |
| Engine Start/Stop Button | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes |
| USB Charger | Front & Rear |
| Central Console Armrest | Yes |
| Drive Modes | 3 |
| Additional Features | Sunglass holder |
| Drive Mode Types | ECO | NORMAL | SPORTS |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes |
| Glove Box | Yes |
| Lighting | Ambient light |
| Additional Features | Rear Parcel Shelf |
| Digital Cluster | Yes |
| Digital Cluster Size | 12.3 |
| Upholstery | Leatherette |
| Ambient Light Colour (numbers) | 64 |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes |
| Rear Window Wiper | Yes |
| Rear Window Defogger | Yes |
| Wheel Covers | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheels | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes |
| Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators | Yes |
| Projector Headlamps | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Front |
| Antenna | Shark Fin |
| Sunroof | Panoramic |
| Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM) | Powered & Folding |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless |
| LED DRLs | Yes |
| LED Headlamps | Yes |
| LED Taillights | Yes |
| LED Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks | Yes |
| No. of Airbags | 6 |
| Driver Airbag | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes |
| Side Airbag | Yes |
| Day & Night Rear View Mirror | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Yes |
| Rear Camera | With Guidedlines |
| Anti-Pinch Power Windows | Driver's Window |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes |
| Hill Assist | Yes |
| 360 View Camera | Yes |
| Bharat NCAP Safety Rating | 5 Star |
| Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating | 5 Star |
| Radio | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch |
| Android Auto | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| No. of Speakers | 8 |
| Usb Ports | Yes |
| Additional Features | Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay |
| Speakers | Front & Rear |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes |
| Leading Vehicle Departure Alert | Yes |
| Adaptive High Beam Assist | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes |
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | Yes |
| Over Speeding Alert | Yes |
| Inbuilt APPs | Kia Connect 2.0 |
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