Expert Review on Kia Seltos
- Expert Rating
8.7/10
- Safety8.5Comfort8.75Styling8.75Merit / USP9Significance9.25Value for Money8.75
2026 Kia Seltos Review and Opinion - Top 5 Things To Know
Kia has launched the 2026 Seltos at Rs. 10.99 lakh. And for the New Year, its back with a banger of a makeover! The latter includes bold design, feature-packed tech, and a comfort-driven ride. Is it the perfect SUV for you? Seshan Raghvan tell us his first impressions, and here are the top five things to know from the 2026 Kia Seltos First Drive Review.

- The Seltos gets a major facelift this time.
- With a bold new design, the SUV looks very different from its predecessor.
- Apart from a panoramic sunroof and a feature-packed cabin, it boasts a lot of new tech inside.
- This also includes a 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display Panel with dual 12.3-inch screens.

Seshan likes the new design saying, “The second-gen Seltos is clearly larger than before, thanks to the new K3 platform, but the real talking point is the design. As with most Kia models, it’s polarising. You’ll either like it or you won’t, and I’m firmly in the former camp. The boxy stance, wide grille and integrated LED DRLs draw inspiration from the larger Telluride and give the Seltos real road presence. Wider intakes and chunkier bumpers add to the sense of muscle.”
Pros
- Premium interior vibe
- Packed with modern features
- Refined performance
Cons
- Ride could have been more relaxing
- Turbo-petrol's low mileage
Verdict
The new Kia Seltos is quite aspirational with its premium interior, tech features, and smooth performance. It stands out with its new design and improved ride comfort. As a result, it makes for a strong contender in the mid-size SUV segment, offering a blend of performance, comfort, and technology.
Kia Seltos Price List (Variant Wise)
Kia Seltos Ex-Showroom price ranges from ₹ 10.99 to 19.99 Lakh. Kia offers Seltos in 40 variants. The top variant of Seltos is GTX (A) AT Diesel and the base variant is Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT.
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