Kia Seltos 2026 Arrives at Rs10.99 Lakh With Features Rivals Don’t Offer
Kia has kicked off 2026 with a statement. The new Seltos, launched at ₹10.99 lakh, isn’t just a routine facelift; it’s a strategic reset in one of India’s most competitive SUV categories. The company is clearly betting on premium tech and broader powertrain choices to widen its appeal beyond traditional Creta and Taigun buyers.
The second-gen Seltos grows in size and adopts Kia’s global K3 platform, giving it a stronger stance and better cabin space. The new dark chrome grille, flush door handles, and split LED DRLs highlight a design direction that feels more international than segment-bound. This matters because mid-size SUVs are no longer bought for utility alone; styling has become a key differentiator.
Inside, the 30-inch panoramic display is easily the biggest talking point. At this price bracket, no rival offers such an expansive digital layout. Features like a Bose sound system, ventilated seats, proximity unlock, and a panoramic sunroof show Kia’s clear intent to push premium car buyers downward into the SUV space.
Safety also gets a serious boost with 24 standard features and Level 2 ADAS, something that’s increasingly becoming a deal-breaker for urban buyers.
With three engines and five gearbox options, the strategy is simple: eliminate reasons for buyers to look elsewhere. The Seltos was already a top seller, but this update positions it as a segment disruptor heading into 2026.
| Engine & Transmission Options | HTE | HTE (O) | HTK | HTK (O) | HTX | HTK (A) | GTX / X Line | GTX (A) / X Line (A) |
| 1.5 Petrol Manual | Rs. 10.99 lakh | Rs. 12.09 lakh | Rs. 13.09 lakh | Rs. 14.19 lakh | Rs. 15.59 lakh | Rs. 16.69 lakh | – | – |
| 1.5 Petrol CVT | – | Rs. 13.39 lakh | Rs. 14.39 lakh | Rs. 15.49 lakh | Rs. 16.89 lakh | Rs. 17.99 lakh | Rs. 18.39 lakh | Rs. 19.49 lakh |
| 1.5 Turbo Petrol iMT | – | Rs. 12.89 lakh | Rs. 13.89 lakh | Rs. 14.99 lakh | — | – | – | |
| 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT | – | – | – | Rs. 16.29 lakh | Rs. 17.69 lakh | Rs. 18.79 lakh | Rs. 19.19 lakh | Rs. 19.99 lakh |
| 1.5 Diesel Manual | Rs. 12.59 lakh | Rs. 13.69 lakh | Rs. 14.69 lakh | Rs. 15.79 lakh | Rs. 17.19 lakh | Rs. 18.29 lakh | – | – |
| 1.5 Diesel Automatic | – | Rs. 14.99 lakh | Rs. 15.99 lakh | Rs. 17.09 lakh | Rs. 18.49 lakh | Rs. 19.59 lakh | Rs. 19.79 lakh | Rs. 19.99 lakh |
