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All-New Kia Seltos 2027: Price, Variants, Engines, Features and Safety
The second-generation Kia Seltos is longer, roomier and better equipped than before, and it has a five-star Bharat NCAP rating. Here is everything you need to know before you buy one in 2027, from the variants and engines to the hybrid Kia has promised.
The all-new Seltos was revealed in India in December 2025 and went on sale in January 2026. It is the first complete redesign of the SUV since it arrived in 2019: it sits on the new K3 platform, gets a bold new face and a three-screen dashboard, and offers Level 2 ADAS from the mid-range HTX (A) variant instead of only the top trims.
Prices start at ₹11,24,900 for the HTE and go up to ₹21,56,900 for the X Line (O), ex-showroom. There are 11 trims across three 1.5-litre engines: a naturally aspirated petrol, a turbo-petrol and a diesel.
The new Seltos at a glance
- ₹11.25 LStarting price
- 4,460 mmLength, up 95 mm
- 447 LBoot space
- 5 starsBharat NCAP
The biggest changes over the old Seltos:
- Bigger body: It is 95 mm longer and 30 mm wider, and the wheelbase has grown by 80 mm, so there is more room inside.
- New design: A Digital Tiger Face grille, Ice Cube LED projector headlamps, Star Map LED lights and automatic flush door handles.
- New cabin: A Trinity panoramic display with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 5-inch climate screen and a 12.3-inch driver's display, plus physical buttons for the AC and infotainment.
- Safer: Six airbags and ESC as standard, Level 2 ADAS from the HTX (A), and a five-star Bharat NCAP rating.
Design: a completely new look
The new Seltos looks nothing like the old one. The headlamps sit almost inside the wide Digital Tiger Face grille, which now runs into the bonnet, and the front number plate has moved down into the bumper. GTX and higher variants get Ice Cube LED projector headlamps and Star Map LED daytime running lights with built-in indicators.
From the side, the motorised flush door handles and the longer wheelbase stand out. The lower variants run on 16-inch steel wheels, the HTK and above get 17-inch alloys, and the GT-Line models wear 18-inch crystal-cut alloys with neon brake calipers. At the back, Star Map LED tail lamps are joined across the tailgate on the higher variants.
Size and space: new Seltos vs old Seltos
The new Seltos has grown in every direction except height. Pink cells show where the new car is bigger.
| Dimension | Old Seltos | All-new Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,365 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,645 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Boot space | 433 litres | 447 litres |
The 80 mm longer wheelbase goes mostly into the rear seat, which is now roomier and reclines. The 60:40 split rear seat (HTE (O) and above) folds when you need more luggage space, and the boot has grown to 447 litres.
Engines and gearboxes
Kia has carried over the three 1.5-litre engines from the old Seltos, each with a choice of manual and automatic gearboxes.
| Engine | Power and torque | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L petrol | 115 PS, 144 Nm | 6-speed manual, IVT automatic |
| 1.5L turbo-petrol | 160 PS, 253 Nm | 6-speed iMT (clutchless manual), 7-speed DCT |
| 1.5L diesel | 116 PS, 250 Nm | 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic |
The turbo-petrol is the one for enthusiasts: 160 PS and 253 Nm with a quick 7-speed DCT. The diesel has almost as much torque and is the better choice if you drive long distances.
The 1.5-litre petrol with the IVT automatic is the easiest to live with in city traffic, and it is the most affordable way to get an automatic Seltos.
Automatic versions get Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes and Sand, Mud and Snow traction modes. Kia does not list official mileage figures on its website, so ask your dealer for the figure of the exact engine and gearbox you are buying.
Interior and features
The dashboard is built around the Trinity panoramic display: a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 5-inch touchscreen for the dual-zone climate control and a 12.3-inch digital driver's display. Unlike many new cars, the Seltos keeps physical buttons for the air-conditioning and the infotainment, which are easier to use on the move.
Depending on the variant, you also get:
- Comfort: Ventilated front seats, a 10-way powered driver's seat with memory, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof and dual-zone climate control.
- Tech: Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless charger, a head-up display, Kia Connect with over-the-air updates for 31 controllers and a digital key.
- Feel-good extras: An 8-speaker Bose sound system, 64-colour ambient lighting, an air purifier with an AQI display and a built-in front and rear dashcam.
Safety: five stars and Level 2 ADAS
The new Seltos scored five stars in the Bharat NCAP crash test, with 31.70 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection. The rating applies to every variant.
Every Seltos comes with six airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, all-wheel disc brakes and a reversing camera. From the HTX (A) up, you get Level 2 ADAS with 21 features, including smart cruise control with stop and go (automatics), lane keeping assist, forward collision avoidance and safe exit warning, along with a 360-degree camera and a blind view monitor. The GTX (O) and X Line (O) get an upgraded Level 2+ ADAS suite.
In the old Seltos, ADAS was kept for the most expensive versions.
Now it starts at the HTX (A), so you do not have to buy the top model to get it.
Variants explained
There are 11 trims in three families: the Tech Line (HT), the sporty GT-Line (GTX) and the rugged-looking X-Line. Each one adds to the one before it. For the price of every engine and gearbox, see the variant-wise prices on our Kia Seltos page.
| Variant | Key features it adds | ADAS |
|---|---|---|
| HTE | Six airbags, ESC, LED headlamps, 16-inch steel wheels, 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control | No |
| HTE (O) | 60:40 split rear seat, part-leatherette seats, drive and traction modes, electronic parking brake and paddle shifters (automatics) | No |
| HTK | 17-inch alloy wheels, smart key with push-button start, rear wiper and defogger, rear sunshades | No |
| HTK (O) | Panoramic sunroof, wireless charger, front parking sensors, ventilated front seats and powered driver's seat (automatics) | No |
| HTX | 12.3-inch touchscreen, 5-inch climate screen, dual-zone climate control, 8-speaker Bose audio, ambient lighting, LED fog lamps | No |
| HTX (A) | Level 2 ADAS, 360-degree camera, blind view monitor, side parking sensors, 12.3-inch driver's display | Level 2 |
| GTX | GT-Line styling, Ice Cube LED projector headlamps, 18-inch alloys with neon calipers, 10-way powered driver's seat with memory | No |
| GTX (A) / X Line (A) | GTX features plus Level 2 ADAS and the 360-degree camera; the X-Line adds faux skid plates, black 18-inch wheels and black and Hunter Green seats | Level 2 |
| GTX (O) / X Line (O) | Head-up display, front and rear dashcam, air purifier, digital key, rain-sensing wipers | Level 2+ |
Some features are fitted only to the automatic versions of a variant, as marked. Confirm the exact equipment with your dealer before you book.
Colours
The Seltos comes in 10 single colours and 2 dual-tone options: Morning Haze, Magma Red, Frost Blue, Gravity Grey, Imperial Blue, Glacier White Pearl, Pewter Olive, Ivory Silver Gloss and Aurora Black Pearl, plus Xclusive Matte Graphite, which is only on the X-Line.
Seltos Hybrid: coming by 2027
Kia has confirmed that the India-spec Seltos will get a hybrid. It is expected between late 2026 and the first half of 2027, and the exact timing depends on how quickly Kia can make the hybrid parts, such as the battery, motor and inverter, in India.
Kia has not revealed the hybrid's specifications or price yet. It is expected to be the most fuel-efficient Seltos and to sit at the top of the range. We will update this story when Kia announces the details.
Rivals
The Seltos competes with rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor. At 4,460 mm, it is now one of the longest SUVs in the segment, and only a few rivals offer Level 2 ADAS as low in the range.
Our verdict at a glance
| Choice | Best for | Why |
|---|---|---|
| All-new Seltos (₹11,24,900 to ₹21,56,900) | Buyers who want a roomy, feature-rich SUV with five-star safety | Three engines, manual and automatic choices, and 11 trims to fit most budgets |
| Our pick: HTX (A) | Most families | Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, the 12.3-inch touchscreen and Bose audio, without the price of the top model |
| Wait for: Seltos Hybrid | Buyers who put fuel economy first | Expected by 2027; specifications and price are not announced yet |
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of the all-new Kia Seltos?
It starts at ₹11,24,900 for the HTE and goes up to ₹21,56,900 for the X Line (O), ex-showroom.
Which engines does the new Seltos have?
A 1.5-litre petrol (115 PS), a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (160 PS) and a 1.5-litre diesel (116 PS), each with manual and automatic gearbox options.
Which Seltos variant has ADAS?
Level 2 ADAS starts at the HTX (A) and is also on the GTX (A) and X Line (A). The GTX (O) and X Line (O) get Level 2+ ADAS.
What is the new Seltos' Bharat NCAP rating?
Five stars, with 31.70 out of 32 for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection.
How big is the boot of the new Seltos?
447 litres, 14 litres more than the old Seltos.
Is a Kia Seltos hybrid coming?
Yes. Kia has confirmed a hybrid Seltos for India, expected between late 2026 and the first half of 2027. Its specifications and price have not been announced.
Final word
The all-new Seltos is a big step up from the car it replaces. It is roomier, safer and much better equipped, and it still gives you three engines to choose from. For most buyers, the HTX (A) is the sweet spot, because it brings Level 2 ADAS and the 360-degree camera without the price of the top model. If you want the best possible fuel economy, it may be worth waiting for the hybrid.
