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The 2026 Kia Seltos is a compact petrol SUV with 1.5L naturally aspirated and turbocharged 1.4T engine options, available across eight trims from base Fashion through Premium Luxury variants with modern convenience and space.
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Every officially-available trim of the Seltos. Configurations listed for export at Beyond Autos are a subset of these — see the variant filter below for what’s on offer right now. Scroll horizontally to see all spec columns.
1.4T DCT Premium Luxury | 2026 | 1.4L L4 Turbo 4 cyl · Petrol | 140 hp | 242 Nm | FWD | 7-Speed Dry DCT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.4T DCT Premium Edition | 2026 | 1.4L L4 Turbo 4 cyl · Petrol | 140 hp | 242 Nm | FWD | 7-Speed Dry DCT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.4T DCT Luxury Edition | 2026 | 1.4L L4 Turbo 4 cyl · Petrol | 140 hp | 242 Nm | FWD | 7-Speed Dry DCT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.5L IVT Premium Edition | 2026 | 1.5L L4 4 cyl · Petrol | 115 hp | 144 Nm | FWD | CVT / IVT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.5L IVT Luxury | 2026 | 1.5L L4 4 cyl · Petrol | 115 hp | 144 Nm | FWD | CVT / IVT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.5L IVT Luxury Edition | 2026 | 1.5L L4 4 cyl · Petrol | 115 hp | 144 Nm | FWD | CVT / IVT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.5L IVT Comfort Edition | 2026 | 1.5L L4 4 cyl · Petrol | 115 hp | 144 Nm | FWD | CVT / IVT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
1.5L IVT Fashion Edition | 2026 | 1.5L L4 4 cyl · Petrol | 115 hp | 144 Nm | FWD | CVT / IVT | 5 | 5-door SUV | National VI | N/A |
The Kia Seltos is Kia's answer to the compact SUV segment, pitched between entry-level city cars and mid-size family SUVs. It seats five and delivers practical space in a manageable footprint, making it popular with individual importers, fleet operators, and re-exporters targeting markets across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia where compact SUVs command strong demand.
Two petrol powertrains define the lineup. The base 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine produces 115 horsepower and 144 Newton-metres of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission (IVT) that prioritizes efficiency. This engine appears in the Fashion, Comfort, and Luxury variants. Step up to the turbocharged 1.4-liter option—available on Premium and Premium Luxury trims—and you gain 140 horsepower and 242 Newton-metres of torque, mated to a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission for quicker acceleration and sharper responsiveness. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
Eight distinct trims allow buyers to balance budget and features. The 1.5L IVT line spans Fashion Edition (base), Comfort Edition, Luxury, and Luxury Edition variants. The 1.4T DCT trims include Premium Edition, Luxury Edition, and the range-topping Premium Luxury. This segmentation helps re-exporters and fleet buyers find the right price-to-feature balance for their target markets.
The Seltos offers solid build quality, functional interior design, and proven Kia reliability. Buyers value the turbocharged variant's performance upgrade and the naturally aspirated engine's simplicity and lower running costs. National VI emissions certification is a selling point in regulated markets. Compact dimensions and accessible entry price appeal to cost-conscious importers.
Some buyers note that the 1.5L engine feels modest under load, particularly with full passenger and cargo weight. DCT clutch durability and maintenance expectations occasionally surface in buyer feedback. Interior material quality, while acceptable, doesn't match premium competitors. Warranty and dealer network depth vary significantly by destination market.
