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Kia Seltos rollout expands with hybrid, e‑AWD options
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Kia Seltos rollout expands to Indonesia, Canada, Europe with hybrid, e‑AWD options
Kia’s Seltos programme continues its multi‑market rollout. In Indonesia, the July 17 2026 “All‑New Seltos Driving Experience” showcased the model on the new K3 platform with refreshed exterior styling, a Trinity Panoramic Wide Display and upgraded safety and comfort features; pricing and final specifications remain pending ahead of the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show later in 2026. The following week, Kia presented a size‑enhanced 2027 Seltos X‑Line Limited to journalists in Québec, Canada. The variant is longer, wider, taller and sits on a stretched wheelbase, offering a more muscular silhouette, retractable door handles, a distinctive rear‑light signature and a dual‑screen cabin with higher‑grade materials. Cargo capacity rises to 786 L behind the rear seats and 1,817 L with seats folded, positioning it competitively against the Corolla Cross and Crosstrek while narrowing the gap to the larger Sportage. On July 28 2026 Kia launched the second‑generation Seltos compact C‑SUV in Europe, beginning with Switzerland and soon France. Measuring 4.43 m × 1.83 m × 1.60 m with a 2.69 m wheelbase, it features the “Opposites United” design language, vertical LED headlights with “Star‑Map” lighting and a dual 12.3‑inch curved display, Harman Kardon audio, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and advanced driver‑assist systems. Powertrains include a 1.6‑litre T‑GDi gasoline engine (184 hp) available in FWD or AWD, with a hybrid version (up to 180 hp) slated later. Together, these launches illustrate Kia’s coordinated strategy of expanding The same day Kia announced that the European Seltos family across diverse regions, adding Indonesia, Canada 2026 will also be offered with a hybrid drivetrain (154 hp front‑wheel and now Europe to 178 hp e‑AWD) and a vehicle‑to‑load (V2L) function, expanding its global footprint. electrified options across Baseline, GT Line and X Line trims.
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