en.Wedoany.com Reported - Kia Motors recently announced that the new-generation Seltos compact SUV will be offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain in the Australian market, discontinuing pure petrol variants. This adjustment positions the Seltos directly against the Hyundai Kona Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, while also competing with models like the Chery Tiggo 4 and GWM Haval Jolion, which offer both hybrid and petrol options. As one of Kia's best-selling models in Australia, the Seltos achieved cumulative sales exceeding 9,000 units in 2025.

Pricing has not yet been announced, but it is expected to be higher than the current petrol model's starting price of 31,250 AUD, with higher-spec variants potentially exceeding 40,000 AUD. For reference, the powertrain overseas features a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine (105 kW/265 Nm), with a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Kia stated that the hybrid-only strategy is to comply with Euro 6d standards and Australia's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). The new-generation Seltos features increased dimensions in all aspects (except a slight reduction in height), boot capacity expanded to 483 litres, and an interior featuring an integrated design with a touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, and climate control panel. The vehicle is scheduled to launch in Australia in the fourth quarter of this year, with more details to be announced then.

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