2026 Kia Seltos quick review
2026 Kia Seltos
Quick review of the second-gen midsize SUV
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2026 Kia Seltos
Exterior features
- New squarish LED headlights, vertical DRLs
- Large grille finished in gloss black
- Flush-fitting door handles
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2026 Kia Seltos
Wheels
- 16-18 inch options
- Neon brake callipers only on top-spec GTX, GTX (A)
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2026 Kia Seltos
Interior and features
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, driver's display
- 5-inch HVAC touchscreen
- New chunky steering wheel
- Soft-touch leatherette on dashboard
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2026 Kia Seltos
Seats
- Front ones may be narrow for larger folks
- New headrests with see-through mesh, padded centre
- Rear seat backrests can recline; legroom has increased than before
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2026 Kia Seltos
Boot
- 447 litres
- Flat floor makes it easier to load into
- Full-size spare tyre under boot floor
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2026 Kia Seltos
Powertrains
- 115hp NA petrol, 6MT/CVT
- 160hp turbo-petrol, 6iMT/ 7DCT
- 116hp diesel, 6MT/ 6AT
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2026 Kia Seltos
Performance
- Turbo-petrol: Strong power delivery, good refinement
- Diesel: Very well muted, linear power delivery
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2026 Kia Seltos
Ride and handling
- Ride is now more comfortable than before
- Tidy body control even at slightly spirited speeds
- Good high-speed stability
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2026 Kia Seltos
Price expectations (ex-showroom)
- About Rs 11 lakh starting price
- May go up to Rs 20 lakh
- Prices to be announced on January 2, 2026
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