<a href="https://autoglobalnews.com/2025-models-selling-above-msrp-kia-sportage-leads-the-pack/” style=”color:#1a73e8;text-decoration:underline;” title=”2025 Models Selling Above MSRP: Kia Sportage Leads the Pack”>Kia is set to unveil its new compact SUV, the second-generation Seltos, on December 10. Positioned in a segment above the Stonic, this petrol-powered model aims to compete with vehicles like the Volkswagen T-Roc and MINI Countryman.
Key Takeaways
- The new Seltos will feature Kia’s signature ‘Star Map’ daytime running lights.
- It will be available in multiple trims, including off-road inspired X-Line and sporty GT-Line versions.
- The SUV is expected to sit on the K3 platform shared with models like the Hyundai Kona and Kia Niro.
The Seltos’s exterior design blends rugged heritage with modern aerodynamics, reflecting a new global ambition for the Korean automaker. The teaser images reveal thin vertical rear lights and a ‘floating roof’ effect similar to the EV3 and EV5 models.
Technical details remain undisclosed, but the Seltos is expected to offer hybrid petrol engines alongside manual and automatic transmission options. This variety aims to cater to diverse customer preferences in the small SUV segment.
Kia’s new model will sit on its K3 platform, shared with other popular models such as the Hyundai Kona and Kia Niro. The use of this platform suggests a range of hybrid petrol units and possibly manual transmission options, unlike the previous Seltos which was limited to pure-petrol and diesel engines.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new Kia Seltos be available in the UK?
Kia has not confirmed an exact release date for the UK market but it is expected to arrive sometime in 2026.
What kind of engines will the new Seltos feature?
The new Seltos will likely offer a range of hybrid petrol units, with both manual and automatic transmission options available.
Kia’s unveiling of the second-generation Seltos marks another step in its strategy to strengthen its presence in the compact SUV market. With its modern design and expected variety of powertrain options, the new model is poised to challenge existing competitors.
