2026 Kia Seltos Teased: New Design, Features, Launch Date & Expected Price

Published On: December 1, 2025

2026 Kia Seltos Teased Ahead of Global Debut on December 10 — Bigger, Bolder & Packed With New Features

Kia has officially kicked off the excitement for its next-generation SUV by releasing the first teaser of the 2026 Kia Seltos. The global debut is scheduled for December 10, and the teaser already confirms major upgrades in design, features, and technology. Here’s everything you need to know.

2026 Kia Seltos Teaser: What the First Look Reveals

The next-gen Seltos gets a completely redesigned exterior, looking far more futuristic and muscular than the current model.

The front gets a rectangular, wider grille paired with a new two-piece headlamp setup.
The headlamps now sit inside square housings, with vertical LED DRLs running along the outer edges.
The bonnet appears almost flat, giving the SUV a more upright and boxy road presence.
The teaser images also reveal:
- Flush-fitting door handles
- New funky alloy wheels
- Connected C-shaped LED tail-lamps, resembling the design language seen on the Carens Clavis

One of the biggest highlights seen in the teaser is the confirmation of a panoramic sunroof — a feature Indian buyers have long been waiting for. The showcased model appears in matte black, hinting that the X-Line variant will be offered from day one.

2026 Kia Seltos: Expected Interior & Features

The upcoming Seltos is expected to receive a major equipment boost to stay ahead in the competitive compact SUV segment. Based on leaked interior images and reports, here’s what to expect:

Likely New Features

Dual 12.3-inch connected screens (infotainment + digital instrument cluster)
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Powered co-driver seat with boss mode
Ventilated rear seats
Powered tailgate

Features Expected to Continue

Dual-zone climate control
Ventilated front seats
Wireless phone charging
8-speaker Bose sound system

Safety Features

The next-gen model will likely get enhanced safety tech, including:

Updated Level 2 ADAS suite
6 airbags (standard)
ESC, hill-start assist, EPB with auto-hold
360-degree camera
Front & rear parking sensors
All-wheel disc brakes

2026 Kia Seltos: Expected Engine Options

Kia is expected to continue with the current set of proven engines for the Indian market. Here are the expected powertrain options:

Engine Type	Power	Torque	Transmission	Drivetrain
1.5L NA Petrol	115 PS	144 Nm	6MT / CVT	FWD
1.5L Turbo Petrol	160 PS	253 Nm	6MT / 7DCT	FWD
1.5L Diesel	116 PS	250 Nm	6MT / 6AT	FWD

Kia is also reportedly developing a hybrid powertrain for the new Seltos. However, it remains unclear whether the hybrid version will be introduced in the Indian market.