Kia Seltos — Price, Variants & Specs (2026)
The Kia Seltos is priced between ₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026) across 6 key variants. The HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT variant costs about ₹20,30,050 on-road in Delhi.
The Kia Seltos is the brand's midsize SUV workhorse in India and one of the Hyundai Creta's fiercest rivals, refreshed comprehensively in 2023 with sharper styling and Level 2 ADAS. Its trump card is choice: three engines and five gearbox options spread across sporty GT Line and classy Tech Line trims. The 158bhp turbo-petrol makes it one of the quickest mainstream SUVs in the class.
Key Specifications
| Ex-showroom price | ₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh |
| Body type | SUV |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L NA petrol / 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel |
| Max power | 158 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel |
| Transmission | Manual, iMT, CVT, DCT, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.0-20.7 km/l (ARAI, varies by engine and gearbox) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Airbags (max) | 6 |
| Safety rating | 3 stars (NCAP) |
| Boot space | 433 litres |
| Current generation since | 2023 |
Pros & Cons
What's good
- Powerful 158bhp turbo-petrol option with DCT
- Huge variant spread across three engines and five gearboxes
- Level 2 ADAS, dual panoramic displays and panoramic sunroof
- Diesel available with manual, iMT and torque-converter AT
- Strong road presence and mature highway manners
Keep in mind
- Ride quality is on the firmer side over broken roads
- 3-star Global NCAP rating trails newer 5-star rivals
- Rear seat comfort is good but not class-best
- Top trims breach Rs 20 lakh ex-showroom
Kia Seltos Variant Prices (July 2026)
| Variant | Fuel | Transmission | Ex-showroom Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTE 1.5 Petrol MT | Petrol | Manual | ₹11.00 Lakh |
| HTK+ 1.5 Petrol iMT | Petrol | iMT | ₹13.85 Lakh |
| HTX 1.5 Petrol CVT | Petrol | CVT | ₹16.69 Lakh |
| HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT | Diesel | iMT | ₹17.26 Lakh |
| GTX+ 1.5 Turbo DCT | Petrol | DCT | ₹21.02 Lakh |
| X-Line(O) 1.5 Diesel AT | Diesel | Torque Converter AT | ₹21.82 Lakh |
Indicative ex-showroom prices. On-road prices vary by state — see city-wise breakups below.
Kia Seltos On-Road Price by City
Full breakup shown on every page: state road tax, insurance estimate, TCS and charges.
EMI Calculator
Pre-filled with the estimated Delhi on-road price of the HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT variant.
Monthly EMI
₹33,712
Loan amount
₹16,24,040
Total interest
₹3,98,704
Kia Seltos Rivals
Hyundai Creta
₹10.91 Lakh – ₹20.11 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · Diesel · 5 seats · 17–21 kmpl
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
₹10.77 Lakh – ₹19.70 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · Strong Hybrid · CNG · 5 seats · 21.11–27.97 kmpl (strong hybrid), 26.6 km/kg (CNG)
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
₹11.30 Lakh – ₹20.20 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · CNG · Strong Hybrid · 5 seats · 21.1 km/l petrol, up to 27.97 km/l strong hybrid, 26.6 km/kg CNG (ARAI)
Skoda Kushaq
₹10.50 Lakh – ₹18.50 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · 5 seats · 17.7-19.8 kmpl (ARAI)
Volkswagen Taigun
₹11.50 Lakh – ₹19.50 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · 5 seats · 17.2-19.9 kmpl (ARAI)
Honda Elevate
₹11.99 Lakh – ₹16.86 Lakhex-showroom
Petrol · 5 seats · 15–17 kmpl
Kia Seltos — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Kia Seltos in India?
The Kia Seltos ranges from roughly Rs 11 lakh to Rs 20.5 lakh ex-showroom, covering petrol, turbo-petrol and diesel powertrains from HTE to X-Line trims.
What is the mileage of the Kia Seltos?
The Kia Seltos delivers around 17 to 20.7 km/l ARAI depending on the engine, with the 1.5 diesel being the most efficient choice for high-mileage users.
Is the Kia Seltos safe?
The current-generation Kia Seltos received a 3-star Global NCAP rating, and the facelift adds six standard airbags, ESC and Level 2 ADAS on higher variants.
What are the rivals of the Kia Seltos?
The Kia Seltos competes directly with the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, VW Taigun and Skoda Kushaq.
Which Kia Seltos variant is best value?
The Seltos HTX is the value sweet spot with sunroof, connected tech and choice of all three engines, while enthusiasts should pick the GTX+ turbo DCT.