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Kia Unveils Second-Generation Seltos With Larger K3 Platform, Panoramic Displays and Level-2 ADAS

Kia positions the new Seltos as a more premium, tech-rich compact SUV.

Overview

  • Bookings opened at Rs 25,000 after the Hyderabad global premiere, with prices to be announced on January 2, 2026 and deliveries beginning in mid-January.
  • The model shifts to Kia’s K3 platform and grows to 4,460mm in length with a 2,690mm wheelbase, bringing a wider stance and a roomier cabin.
  • Inside, a Trinity Panoramic Display pairs 12.3-inch digital cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen panels with a 5-inch HVAC screen, alongside features such as a panoramic sunroof, Bose 8-speaker audio and Kia Connect 2.0.
  • Safety upgrades include six airbags as standard and a Level-2 ADAS suite on higher trims offering 21 functions, plus a 360-degree camera and all-wheel disc brakes.
  • Powertrains carry over with three 1.5-litre options (NA petrol, turbo-petrol, diesel) and multiple transmissions, with India assembly starting in December 2025, South Korean production slated for early 2026, a hybrid to follow in select markets and no BEV planned.