Kia Launches All-New Seltos Subcompact SUV with Hybrid Powertrain and Enhanced Tech
Kia unveiled the all-new Seltos, a comprehensively re-engineered subcompact SUV featuring a new hybrid variant, bolder design, and advanced safety tech.
189 countries
536 liters (VDA)
0.31 Cd
What Happened
The all-new Seltos is built on Kia's latest K3 platform with improved body rigidity. It is offered with three petrol engines in some markets and a new hybrid variant. Global production began in December 2025, and the model will be available in up to 189 countries. The design follows Kia's 'Opposites United' philosophy, giving it a bold, structured appearance.
“Every facet of the interior and exterior design and every technological element of the all-new Seltos is purpose-led and life-centric.”
Global production begins at Kia's India plant
Hybrid variant goes on sale in Korea
Sales across North America, Europe, China, and other markets
- New 1.6L HEV hybrid powertrain with e-AWD option
- Dual 12.3-inch panoramic display with ccNC platform
- Kia AI Assistant powered by generative AI
- Highway Driving Assist 2 with Hands-on/off Detection
Why this matters
The Seltos is a key global volume model for Kia; the new hybrid option helps meet demand for lower-emission SUVs without sacrificing practicality.
Terms in This Story
- HEV
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle, a vehicle that combines a conventional internal combustion engine with an electric motor to improve fuel efficiency.
- e-AWD
- Electric All-Wheel Drive, a system that uses an electric motor to power the rear wheels, improving traction in low-grip conditions.
- OTA
- Over-the-Air updates, a method of wirelessly delivering software updates to a vehicle's systems.
- ADAS
- Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, a collection of electronic systems that help the driver in driving and parking, enhancing safety.
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