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New-gen Kia Seltos to launch tomorrow: Price expectations, will it be able to undercut Hyundai Creta and Tata Sierra?
The new Kia Seltos will feature multiple engine options. It will go against the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra and Maruti Suzuki Victoris, among others.
Kia is all set to launch the new-generation Seltos tomorrow in the Indian market. The SUV has been on sale since 2019 and has received one facelift till now, with a couple of special editions as well. Till now, the brand has just revealed a couple of teasers and not the full information. However, we can still expect what the prices of the new-gen Seltos will be.
Kia Seltos: Expected price
The current Kia Seltos is priced between ₹10.79 lakh and ₹19.81 lakh. With the new generation launching, the price of the new Seltos is expected to go up. There is a possibility that the Seltos will now start at ₹11 lakh, and the top-end price could go up to ₹20 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom.
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Kia Seltos: Expected engine options
The upcoming Seltos is anticipated to feature the same engine choices as its predecessor. Therefore, one can expect a turbocharged petrol engine, a naturally aspirated petrol engine, and a diesel engine. Additionally, there is a chance of an all-electric variant and a hybrid powertrain. However, no confirmations have been made at this time. The available gearbox options will include a 6-speed manual transmission, a dual-clutch automatic, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), a torque converter automatic, and an intelligent manual transmission (iMT), depending on the selected engine option.
Kia Seltos: Rivals
The 2026 Kia Seltos will continue to go against the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, Tata Sierra, Maruti Suzuki Victoris and Honda Elevate.
(Also read: 2026 Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift spotted in Manali: What could be new?)
Kia Seltos: Exterior and interior changes
Kia has begun to unveil the design features of the new-generation Seltos on social media. The front fascia has been refreshed, and the LED Daytime Running Lamps appear sharper and more aggressive. This enhances the design language of the new Seltos, aligning it with other recent Kia models available in the global market. Additionally, there will be a new design for the rear tail lights and lightbar, which are evidently inspired by the Carnival currently available in the Indian market. New bumpers, new alloy wheels, a shark fin antenna, and an integrated rear spoiler will also be included.
The interior details have yet to be disclosed, but it is anticipated that the new Seltos will draw some design cues from the Carens Clavis and Syros. A new multi-function steering wheel, dual screens, and a layered dashboard are expected features. The centre console will also undergo a redesign, and we can look forward to new upholstery options as well.
