2027 Kia Seltos Pricing and Lineup Confirmed: Hybrid-Only SUV Lands from $39,990 Drive-Away

Kia Australia has confirmed local pricing and variant structures for the all-new, second-generation 2027 Kia Seltos, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin in local showrooms later this month.

Transitioning to an exclusively hybrid powertrain lineup across six variants, the 2027 Seltos range opens from $39,990 drive-away ($37,990 before on-road costs) for the base S HEV FWD. This marks a price-of-entry increase of more than $4,000 compared to the outgoing petrol-only generation in runout, while sitting roughly $4,500 below the entry point of the larger Sportage HEV (which starts from $44,490 drive-away).

In the wider market, the Seltos HEV faces strong competition from the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid (from $37,440 plus on-roads) and Nissan Qashqai e-Power (from $45,850 plus on-roads), as well as aggressively priced Chinese hybrids including the Chery C5 Hybrid ($31,990 D/A), GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid ($32,990 D/A), Jaecoo J5 SHS-H ($34,990 D/A), and MG ZS Hybrid+ ($29,990 D/A).

Powertrain and Localized Australian Chassis Dynamics

Every variant in the 2027 Seltos lineup is powered by an updated 1.6-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine paired with an electric motor and a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (6sp DCT).

• Front-Wheel Drive (FWD): Featured on the S, Sport, Sport+, and front-drive GT-Line, this system generates a combined 113kW of power and 265Nm of torque.
• Electrified All-Wheel Drive (e-AWD): Exclusive to the range-topping GT-Line AWD, this system mounts an additional electric motor directly to the rear axle, raising total system output to approximately 133kW without needing a mechanical driveshaft linking front and rear axles.

To tailor the SUV to local driving environments, Kia Australia has implemented a dedicated ride and handling program. The local package incorporates bespoke spring and damper rates to deliver a firmer, more controlled ride with reduced body roll, matched to a recalibrated steering tune for increased responsiveness.

Notably, Australian-delivered models will not offer the vehicle-to-load (V2L) external power discharge available in some overseas markets, with Kia Australia prioritizing the inclusion of a spare wheel beneath the boot floor.

Powertrain and Mechanical Specifications

(Note: Official fuel consumption figures and physical dimensions will be confirmed by Kia closer to the local launch date.)

Equipment and Variant Hierarchy

While comprehensive trim breakdowns will be published closer to showroom arrivals, the 2027 Seltos lineup follows Kia's established specification progression:

Seltos S HEV FWD (Standard Equipment):

• 1.6-litre hybrid powertrain with 6-speed dual-clutch transmission
• Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) with 12.3-inch central touchscreen
• Digital driver instrumentation (LCD/digital display cluster)
• Standard active safety: Autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot assist, rear cross-traffic alert, reversing camera, and full curtain/side airbag coverage

Seltos S w/ Safety Pack (Adds over S):

• Enhanced advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) package (full feature list TBA)

Seltos Sport HEV FWD (Adds over S):

• Stepped-up interior trim appointments, revised exterior styling elements, and alloy wheels

Seltos Sport+ HEV FWD (Adds over Sport):

• Higher-grade cabin upholstery, convenience technologies, and enhanced connectivity features

Seltos GT-Line HEV FWD & e-AWD (Flagship Grade):

• Dual 12.3-inch integrated widescreen displays (full digital driver cluster and ccNC touchscreen)
• Electrified all-wheel-drive system (e-AWD model only)
• Blind Spot View Monitor (camera feeds in instrument cluster)
• 360-degree surround-view camera system
• Highway Driving Assist semi-autonomous suite with automated Lane Change Assist
• GT-Line exterior styling kit, sports front seating, and unique interior trim

2027 Kia Seltos Australian Pricing

All variants arrive backed by Kia Australia’s standard seven-year, unlimited-kilometre factory warranty, complemented by capped-price servicing and roadside assistance programs.