Kia displays new Seltos hybrid model in Paris

Kia has showcased the Seltos hybrid at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The hybrid model is scheduled to arrive in 2027. During the unveiling of the second-generation Seltos in 2025, Atul Sood, senior vice president of Sales & Marketing at Kia India, told Autocar Professional that there is a clear direction to introduce a hybrid in the Seltos.

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Automakers often reveal new vehicle variants at major international auto shows before releasing them in specific regional markets. Hybrid technology combines a traditional fuel engine with an electric motor to improve fuel efficiency and lower emissions.