2026 Kia Seltos Bookings, Delivery Date and other details, Here’s All You Need To Know!
02 Jan 2026, 02:40 PM
- Price Range: Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 19.99 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Bookings Open: Rs 25,000 token, deliveries from mid-January 2026
The 2026 Kia Seltos has finally made its debut in India with a refreshed design, updated features, and attractive pricing. Competing in a segment dominated by the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Victoris, the Tata Sierra and other rivals, the second-generation Seltos comes loaded with more space, comfort, and technology while retaining the proven engines from the previous model. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Kia Seltos, including pricing, bookings, variants and features
Catch the latest launches and updates on CarOnPhone!2026 Kia Seltos Price and Engine Options
Kia has introduced the new Seltos with three engine options – a naturally aspirated petrol, turbo petrol, and diesel. Prices vary depending on the engine and transmission choice
| Variant | 1.5L NA Petrol | 1.5L Turbo Petrol | 1.5L Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTE MT | Rs 10.99 Lakh | – | – |
| HTE (O) MT | Rs 12.09 Lakh | – | – |
| HTE MT | – | – | Rs 12.59 Lakh |
| HTE (O) iMT | – | Rs 12.89 Lakh | – |
| HTK MT | Rs 13.09 Lakh | – | – |
| HTE (O) CVT | Rs 13.39 Lakh | – | – |
| HTE (O) MT | – | – | Rs 13.69 Lakh |
| HTK iMT | – | Rs 13.89 Lakh | – |
| HTK (O) MT | Rs 14.19 Lakh | – | – |
| HTK CVT | Rs 14.39 Lakh | – | – |
| HTK MT | – | – | Rs 14.69 Lakh |
| HTE (O) AT | – | – | Rs 14.99 Lakh |
| HTK (O) iMT | – | Rs 14.99 Lakh | – |
| HTK (O) CVT | Rs 15.49 Lakh | – | – |
| HTX MT | Rs 15.59 Lakh | – | – |
| HTK (O) MT | – | – | Rs 15.79 Lakh |
| HTK AT | – | – | Rs 15.99 Lakh |
| HTK (O) DCT | – | Rs 16.29 Lakh | – |
| HTX (A) MT | Rs 16.69 Lakh | – | – |
| HTX CVT | Rs 16.89 Lakh | – | – |
| HTK (O) AT | – | – | Rs 17.09 Lakh |
| HTX MT | – | – | Rs 17.19 Lakh |
| HTX DCT | – | Rs 17.69 Lakh | – |
| HTX (A) CVT | Rs 17.99 Lakh | – | – |
| HTX (A) MT | – | – | Rs 18.29 Lakh |
| GTX/X-Line CVT | Rs 18.39 Lakh | – | – |
| HTX AT | – | – | Rs 18.49 Lakh |
| HTX (A) DCT | – | Rs 18.79 Lakh | – |
| GTX/X-Line DCT | – | Rs 19.19 Lakh | – |
| GTX (A)/X-Line CVT | Rs 19.49 Lakh | – | – |
| HTX (A) AT | – | – | Rs 19.59 Lakh |
| GTX/X-Line AT | – | – | Rs 19.79 Lakh |
| GTX (A)/X-Line DCT | – | Rs 19.99 Lakh | – |
| GTX (A)/X-Line AT | – | – | Rs 19.99 Lakh |
Note: Manual transmission tops at HTX (A), while the top variants are available only with automatic options.
Booking Process And Delivery Timeline
If you plan to buy the Kia Seltos:
- Bookings are open now at any Kia showroom or through the official Kia website.
- You need to pay a booking amount of ₹25,000 to reserve your car.
- Deliveries will begin from mid January 2026.
Kia India has a robust dealer network with 821 touchpoints across 369 cities making it easy to book or testdrive the new Seltos.
2026 Kia Seltos Variants Overview
The Seltos is available in eight broad variants divided into standard and optional/ADAS trims:
- HTE & HTE (O)
- HTK & HTK (O)
- HTX & HTX (A)
- GTX & GTX (A)
The GTX/X-Line variants feature a Matte Graphite exterior, gloss black accents, black 18 inch alloy wheels and exclusive styling touches
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2026 Kia Seltos Exterior Design Updates
The new Seltos comes with bold styling updates:
- Front Grille: Large rectangular grille with mesh pattern
- Headlights: LED projector units with welcome/farewell lighting animation
- Bumper: Chunky, muscular design in gloss black with silver accents
- Wheels: 16-inch on base variants, 18-inch alloy on higher trims
- Colours: 12 options, including 4 new shades
- Dimensions: 4460 mm length, 1830 mm width, 1635 mm height, 2690 mm wheelbase
- Boot Space: 447 liters with rear seats upright
These updates enhance road presence and cabin space without increasing overall height
2026 Kia Seltos Interior and Comfort Features
The cabin offers family-friendly and premium touches:
- Multiple cabin themes depending on variant
- Three-screen setup: Dual 12.3-inch screens plus 5-inch climate touchscreen
- Front seats: Comfortable with good cushioning
- Rear seats: Generous space, panoramic sunroof for airy feel
- Practical features: Rear AC vents, USB ports, sunshades
Convenience Features:
- Dual-zone climate control
- Bose 8-speaker audio system
- Ventilated front seats
- 64-color ambient lighting
- 10-way power-adjustable driver seat with memory
- Wireless phone charging
- Connected car technology
2026 Kia Seltos Safety Features
The Seltos comes with a complete safety package:
- Six airbags
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Electronic Stability Control
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
- 360 degree camera
- Level-2 ADAS driver assistance system
- Front and rear dashcams for everyday usability
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2026 Kia Seltos Engine and Transmission Details
The proven engine line-up remains:
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L NA Petrol | 115 PS | 144 Nm | 6 speed MT / CVT |
| 1.5L Turbo Petrol | 160 PS | 253 Nm | 6 speed iMT / 7 speed DCT |
| 1.5L Diesel | 116 PS | 250 Nm | 6 speed MT / 6 speed AT |
- Front-wheel drive layout on new K3 platform
- Transmission choices cater to both city and highway driving
The 2026 Kia Seltos brings a perfect mix of style, technology, comfort and performance. With competitive pricing, multiple engine and transmission options, and a wide range of variants, it remains a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. Early bookings and deliveries starting from mid-January 2026 make it an attractive choice for Indian buyers
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