- The Seltos, a 2nd generation model debuting after 6 years, was first revealed via a world premiere video. - The exterior design is bold, blending authentic SUV styling with futuristic sophistication. - The interior features a spacious, simple layout and enhanced versatility, accommodating diverse lifestyles. - A new 1.6 Hybrid model boasting excellent fuel efficiency has been added, and safety performance is enhanced. - Product competitiveness secured by loading up on advanced driver assistance systems that surpass its class. - Popular convenience and emotional features applied to offer a new vehicle experience. - Domestic sales start Q1 next year… followed by staggered global rollouts in markets including North America and Europe.
Kia's representative compact SUV, the Seltos, returns with a completely refreshed design and world-class product quality. Kia unveiled 'The all-new Seltos' (hereinafter Seltos) for the first time on Wednesday via a world premiere video. (※ Seltos World Premiere Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20U6yuW_Q_8)
The Seltos is a core model in Kia's global SUV lineup, best demonstrating the brand's bold and progressive identity, and embodies Kia's commitment to creating sustainable mobility solutions. This new Seltos is the second generation, making its debut six years after the first model. Equipped with outstanding design, practical features, and the new hybrid lineup, it is expected to offer customers a differentiated mobility experience. Kia plans to leverage the Seltos, armed with class-defying product competitiveness, to expand sales in the global market and further solidify its brand presence. The Seltos's world premiere video, themed 'The Protagonist,' introduces the Seltos as the vehicle that will lead the lives of people who actively express themselves and embrace challenges, thereby asserting that the Seltos will be the protagonist leading the compact SUV market. Kia CEO Song Ho-sung stated, “The Seltos has always delivered best-in-class value, and this newly introduced model will continue that reputation with outstanding design and features that meet customer needs,” adding, “We plan to expand our presence in the global SUV market through the Seltos.” ■ Unique Exterior Design Fusing Authentic SUV Style with Sophistication Based on Kia's design philosophy, 'Opposites United,' the Seltos reveals a unique presence by adding a futuristic image to the robust style of a traditional SUV. The front end emphasizes a powerful and wide image with a radiator grille that harmonizes with vertical grille patterns integrated with the lamps, completing a dynamic first impression. Furthermore, the sharp Star-map signature lighting, contrasting with the imposing grille, embodies the recognizable Kia family look. The Star-map signature lighting uses uniquely designed Daytime Running Lights (DRL) to leave a strong impression. The lower front bumper features a wide skid plate with a sturdy garnish shape, further highlighting its powerful appearance. The side profile maximizes a dynamic feel with a robust, distinctive silhouette and diagonal character lines. The bold cladding and door side sills along the lower body create a progressive SUV style. The rear features a clean and stable image, realized by lamps that connect seamlessly to the wide tailgate. The horizontal and vertical tail lamps convey the vehicle's solidity while projecting a modern ambiance. The design-specialized trim, Seltos X-Line, further accentuates the dynamic and bold image. The front bumper design maximizes volume with pocket-type garnishes on the lower left and right, and the skid plate emphasizes the wide track width. It also creates a high-tech image with a radiator grille pattern integrated with the DRL pattern, and the rear bumper maintains consistency with the front design. ■ Versatile Interior Space Embracing Diverse Lifestyles The Seltos interior is based on a wide and simple layout, creating a sophisticated and futuristic atmosphere, and is designed as a versatile space that embraces various lifestyles through high space utilization. Additionally, the cluster, designed to align with the exterior beltline, provides a balanced and neat feel, and the horizontal design applied to the dashboard and air vents creates a spacious and comfortable feel that exceeds its class. The integration of a panoramic wide display, seamlessly connecting the 12.3-inch cluster, 5-inch climate control, and 12.3-inch infotainment system, makes the interior front space appear even wider. Furthermore, the column-type Electronic Shift Lever enhances console space utilization and ease of use, while the addition of a windshield-type Head-Up Display (HUD) improves visibility. The Seltos's ambient lighting is applied in simple linear forms to the doors, console, and crash pad, providing a delicate feel. Notably, the subtle indirect lighting stretching across the crash pad creates a luxurious and cozy environment. The Seltos also features Star-map lighting on the inner doors and console, unifying the exterior design while creating a unique atmosphere. A panoramic sunroof expands the sense of space, maximizing the interior openness. The Seltos seats feature contrasting two-tone designs for a unique, modern look, and enhance convenience with relaxation comfort seats for the driver and passenger, and reclining seats for the rear passengers. The Seltos offers 536 liters (VDA standard) of cargo space and secures storage convenience by adding a two-tier luggage board that can be moved up and down. Space utilization is further improved with Kia AddGear accessories, allowing for various storage compartments and item hooks. The Seltos exterior colors include six glossy options: ▲Snow White Pearl ▲Gravity Gray ▲Fusion Black ▲Ivory Silver ▲Iceberg Green ▲Frost Blue, and two matte options: ▲Ivory Matte Silver ▲Magma Matte Red. A two-tone roof will also be offered. (※ Matte colors are available when selecting X-Line trim) Interior colors include ▲Gray/Black two-tone and ▲Brown/Gray two-tone, with ▲Black/Green two-tone exclusively available for the X-Line. ■ New Lineup Adds 1.6 Hybrid Model and Enhanced Safety Performance The Seltos is operated with a total of two powertrains: 1.6 Hybrid and 1.6 Turbo Gasoline. Kia has newly added a 1.6 Hybrid engine with excellent fuel efficiency to the Seltos, satisfying the needs of customers who pursue economy and eco-friendly value, and broadening vehicle selection. Furthermore, the Seltos Hybrid model features Interior V2L (Vehicle to Load), allowing customers to experience electrification technologies previously exclusive to EVs, and incorporates Smart Regenerative Braking System 3.0 for improved efficiency. The 1.6 Turbo Gasoline model boasts superior driving performance with a maximum output of 193 hp and maximum torque of 27.0 kgf∙m. The 4WD model is equipped with Terrain Mode, enabling stable and efficient driving in various road conditions. The Terrain Mode applied to the Seltos allows the user to select the appropriate driving mode from Snow, Mud, or Sand based on the road surface, ensuring optimal vehicle control. The Seltos features a multi-skeletal structure designed to disperse energy during a collision, enhancing collision safety performance, and increasing rigidity by applying high-strength steel extensively to the body. It also improves safety by installing nine airbags, including 2nd-row side airbags and a center side airbag. In addition, noise reduction features, such as applying block foam between the windshield and hood and increasing door glass thickness, enhance cabin quietness. ■ Extensive Application of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for Comfortable and Safe Mobility Kia has equipped the Seltos with numerous high-tech safety features and driving assistance functions to help customers move comfortably and safely. The Seltos includes features such as ▲Steering Wheel Grip Detection ▲Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist ▲Lane Departure Prevention Assist ▲Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist ▲Safe Exit Assist ▲Intelligent Speed Limit Assist ▲High Beam Assist ▲Blind-Spot View Monitor ▲Driver Attention Warning, assisting the driver in various dangerous situations that may occur while driving. Additionally, ▲Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control ▲Lane Following Assist 2 ▲Highway Driving Assist 2 are installed, enhancing driving safety and convenience on highways and exclusive motorways. Safety and convenience during parking and exiting are carefully managed with features like ▲Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist ▲Rear View Monitor ▲Surround View Monitor ▲Parking Distance Warning (Front/Side/Rear) ▲Rear Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist ▲Remote Smart Parking Assist. ■ Differentiated Mobility Experience through Customer-Focused Convenience and Emotional Features The Seltos offers a special vehicle experience by incorporating practical convenience features and various emotional amenities preferred by customers. Kia has integrated the Kia AI Assistant, based on generative AI technology, into the Seltos, allowing for easier use of navigation, vehicle control, entertainment, vehicle manuals, and knowledge search based on natural language. In addition, customers can subscribe to various digital features such as ▲Streaming Service ▲Arcade Games ▲KBO/NBA and Disney display themes through the Kia Connect Store after purchasing the vehicle. Kia has also elevated the sense of luxury in the Seltos by adding emotional features like ▲Flush Door Handles ▲Dynamic Welcome Light ▲Harman Kardon Premium Sound System, and improved visibility by adopting a ▲Rear Hidden Wiper. Convenience is further enhanced with ▲Next-generation Infotainment System (ccNC, connected car Navigation Cockpit) ▲Wireless Software Updates ▲Digital Key 2 ▲Built-in Cam 2 Plus ▲100W USB Type-C Charging System. Kia plans to start selling the Seltos in the domestic market in Q1 next year, followed by staggered releases in North America, Europe, and China. [END] <Photo Caption> Kia Unveils 'The All-New Seltos' in World Premiere Kia unveiled 'The all-new Seltos' (hereinafter Seltos) for the first time on Wednesday via a world premiere video. The Seltos is a core model in Kia's global SUV lineup, best demonstrating the brand's bold and progressive identity, and embodies Kia's commitment to creating sustainable mobility solutions.
"This Seltos looks like a 'small Carnival' we can order off the menu—everyone is kinda over Kia's blocky family face, saying it's basically just a mini-Sorento/dwarf car."
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