Next-Gen Kia Seltos spied: Striking design, fresh details revealed!

The next-generation Kia Seltos has been spotted on test runs lately and the latest pictures reveal some key design elements of the updated mid-size SUV from Kia. The next-gen model will likely be launched in early 2026 and will replace the current-gen Seltos, which has been on sale since 2019 and received a facelift in 2023Although the SUV has been heavily camouflaged, its new design language is immediately noticeable.

The front fascia now wears a bolder, more upright grille with vertical slats. Besides that, the car gets vertically stacked three-pod LED headlamps and sleek DRLs. The bumper design appears more muscular too, hinting at a more aggressive road presence.

Around the back, the model will likely get a LED DRL strip stretched across the width of the tailgate. Other noticeable highlights include, sportier design for the alloy wheels, ORVM-mounted turn indicators, roof rails, and a boxy silhouette. Inside, the cabin is expected to see one of the biggest transformations. Although pictures for the interior are not available, the new Seltos is likely to get an updated dashboard layout, likely integrating the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. The new Seltos is also expected to come loaded with connected car tech, wireless smartphone integration, and the latest suite of ADAS.

Under the hood, the next-gen Seltos is likely to continue with the current 1.5-litre petrol, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. A new 7-speed automatic gearbox is also expected to debut with the diesel variant. The upcoming Kia Seltos will be gunning straight at rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, and Toyota Hyryder. Expect a full reveal sometime in early 2026.