New Kia Seltos Hybrid with e-AWD layout & 27 Kmpl best mileage is going to Debuts in US by late 2026 and in India is coming in 2027.
Kia Automobile Manufacturer stuns and surprises whole world at the New York International Auto Show. Yes, Kia announces New 2027 Seltos Hybrid. And for the first time, the Kia launches Hybrid combining petrol and electric power. This is unique by Kia as this company mainly focuses on style and features but this time Kia is focusing on better mileage and smarter driving.
Not just Hybrid e-AWD, the Kia is also updating other features, engine, and other updates. These includes 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine with an electric motor which produces power 141 PS to 190 PS as per variant. With these main changes also include the 6-speed automatic gearbox (dual-clutch), standard front-wheel drive, and optional electric all-wheel drive (e-AWD). And the best part is that Kia adds separate electric motor at the rear instead of old AWD, this helps SUV to get extra grip.
What’s New in Seltos Hybrid India?
Coming to next important part, what’s coming new in India with Seltos Hybrid. You will see lot of changes in New Kia Seltos Hybrid then compare to global launch. These changes include a smaller 1.5-litre petrol hybrid engine, there is doubt on, no AWD option and will have main focus on high mileage and pricing.
The reason behind these changes is people care a lot about fuel efficiency in India and pricing also matters. And the demand of complex AWD is not so high that’s why doubt on New AWD layout. Kia is a big company and knows all how to adjust the Seltos Hybrid SUV in Big Auto Market of India.
Why Kia Is Choosing Hybrid Version in India?
Kia just taken the smart and bigger market step because they are clear with Indian Market. Yes, in India there are only few charging stations or the charging sector for EVs is under development. So, instead of going fully electric, the Hybrid Version is very smart move.
Many cars buyers want to know when will Kia Seltos Hybrid launch. As the global reveal of Seltos is done on 1st April at New York International Auto Show. No, the sales in US will begin by late 2026. For India, the hybrid version is expect to launch in 2027. As per sources report, Kia is planning for global rollout first and after some changes as per India Auto Market they will launch Kia Seltos Hybrid SUV in India.
Well, there is not official pricing announced yet but as per media reports and outlook of model, the price is estimated by lot of experts. So, with these experts view the price of Seltos Hybrid in India will be ₹17 lakh to ₹23 lakh (ex-showroom). This price may rise ₹3 – ₹4 lakh then compare to current top models. So, this may get slightly expensive but not that advanced.