- The new Seltos ranges between Rs 10.99 – 19.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Bookings are open at Rs 25,000.
- Deliveries will start in the coming weeks.
- Retains the same powertrain options as its predecessor.
- Based on a new K3 platform, with increased dimensions and improved ride quality.
Kia India has finally launched the 2026 Seltos at a very attractive price range of Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 19.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Here’s a look at its variant-wise price list: –
| 2026 Kia Seltos Variants | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.5-litre turbo petrol | 1.5-litre diesel | |||
| Manual | CVT Automatic | iMT | DCT Automatic | Manual | Torque Converter Automatic | |
| HTE | Rs 10.99 lakh | – | – | – | Rs 12.59 lakh | – |
| HTE (O) | Rs 12.09 lakh | Rs 13.39 lakh | Rs 12.89 lakh | – | Rs 13.69 lakh | Rs 14.99 lakh |
| HTK | Rs 13.09 lakh | Rs 14.39 lakh | Rs 13.89 lakh | – | Rs 14.69 lakh | Rs 15.99 lakh |
| HTK (O) | Rs 14.19 lakh | Rs 15.49 lakh | Rs 14.99 lakh | Rs 16.29 lakh | Rs 15.79 lakh | Rs 17.09 lakh |
| HTX | Rs 15.59 lakh | Rs 16.89 lakh | – | Rs 17.69 lakh | Rs 17.19 lakh | Rs 18.49 lakh |
| HTX (A) | Rs 16.69 lakh | Rs 17.99 lakh | – | Rs 18.79 lakh | Rs 18.29 lakh | Rs 19.59 lakh |
| GTX | – | Rs 18.39 lakh | – | Rs 19.19 lakh | – | Rs 19.79 lakh |
| X-Line | – | Rs 18.39 lakh | – | Rs 19.19 lakh | – | Rs 19.79 lakh |
| GTX (A) | – | Rs 19.49 lakh | – | Rs 19.99 lakh | – | Rs 19.99 lakh |
| X-Line (A) | – | Rs 19.49 lakh | – | Rs 19.99 lakh | – | Rs 19.99 lakh |
*iMT: Intelligent Manual Transmission (Clutch-less manual), DCT: Dual-clutch transmission, CVT: Continuously Variable Transmission
2026 Kia Seltos – Bookings and Deliveries
Bookings for the new-gen Seltos are already underway for Rs 25,000, while its deliveries are slated to commence from mid-January.
2026 Kia Seltos – What’s New?
- Increased Dimensions: Measuring 4,460mm in length, the Kia Seltos is the longest offering in its segment, with a width of 1,830mm and a longer wheelbase of 2,690mm.
- New Platform:Â The new Seltos is based on the brand’s global K3 platform, delivering enhanced safety and driving refinement
- Bold New Design: Based on Kia’s Opposites United design philosophy, the new Seltos features a complete design overhaul, with key elements including Kia Digital Tiger Face, segment-first Automatic Streamline flush-fitting door handles, and a dynamic welcome function with Ice Cube LED projector headlamps.
- Next-Gen Digital Experience: Just like the exterior, the new Seltos also features a completely revamped interior layout, boasting a new 30-inch ‘Trinity Panoramic Display’ consisting of two 12.3-inch screens for the infotainment system and digital instrument cluster, along with a 5-inch touchscreen in the middle for climate control settings.
- Future-Ready Tech: Equipped with BOSE sound system, connected car tech, wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, segment-first Smart Key Proximity Unlock Function, dual-zone AC, ventilated seats, 8-way powered driver seat with lumbar support adjustment and memory function, eelaxation mode, auto-down ORVMs, 360-degree camera with blind-spot monitoring and level-2 ADAS suite. Tap here for variant-wise feature details.
- Colour Options: The Seltos now comes with 12 body shades, four of which are new additions to the palette.
| Monotone Colours | Dual-tone Colours |
| – Morning Haze (NEW) – Magma Red (NEW) – Frost Blue (NEW) – Ivory Silver Gloss (NEW) – Pewter Olive – Imperial Blue – Gravity Grey – Aurora Black – Pearl Glacier White – Xclusive Matte Graphite (for X-Line variant) | – Glacier White Pearl with Aurora Black – Magma Red with Aurora Black Pearl |
Related: Battle of Mid-size SUVs: 2026 New Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta
What Powers The 2026 Seltos?
The new Seltos retain the same set of powertrains as the outgoing model, comprising 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engine options. Here’s a look at their details specifications:-
| Specification | 1.5-litre N.A. Petrol | 1.5-litre Turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre Diesel |
| Max Power | 115 PS | 160 PS | 116 PS |
| Peak Torque | 144 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT/ CVT | 6-speed iMT/ 7-speed DCT | 6-speed MT/ 6-speed AT |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | ||
Must Read: Battle of the New SUVs: 2026 Kia Seltos vs Tata Sierra
Competition Check
With the generational update, the Kia Seltos has become a stronger competitor to the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Victoris and Grand Vitara, Honda Elevate, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq and the recently launched Tata Sierra.
