2027 Kia Seltos Redesign & Hybrid Preview | Quality Kia of Greenwood

Kia had something to prove with the 2027 Seltos, and they delivered. The debut at the New York International Auto Show made it clear this wasn’t a mid-cycle refresh—it was a full reinvention. A turbocharged engine with 190 horsepower. A brand-new hybrid powertrain with available eAWD. Class-leading legroom and cargo space in the entry CUV segment. Design language borrowed directly from the 2027 Telluride. At Quality Kia of Greenwood, we know a meaningful update when we see one, and this is it.

Here’s the breakdown.

Design That Actually Turns Heads 

The 2027 Seltos looks like Kia meant it. Flush door handles, a broader and more planted stance, and dark-themed X-Line accents bring a level of intentionality that the previous generation didn’t quite have. The design cues trace back to the 2027 Telluride, and the result is a compact crossover that carries itself with genuine confidence rather than trying to look bigger than it is.

Two Powertrains Worth Getting Excited About

Kia didn’t hand Seltos buyers a single engine option and call it a lineup. They built two distinct powertrains, and both are worth your attention.

Standard Gas (Expected Summer 2026) 

The base 2027 Seltos runs a 2.0L four-cylinder engine tuned for smooth, dependable everyday performance. The real headline, though, is the available 1.6L turbocharged engine producing 190 horsepower. In the X-Line trim, that turbo pairs with AWD and Multi-Terrain Mode to turn this compact crossover into something genuinely capable—not just a grocery-getter with aggressive styling.

Hybrid with eAWD (Expected Late 2026) 

A hybrid powertrain with available electronic all-wheel drive at this price point is not something you see every day in the compact SUV segment. The 1.6L hybrid system prioritizes efficiency without going soft, and eAWD delivers the kind of traction confidence that most competitors simply can’t offer here. Expect limited inventory when it lands. This one won’t sit long.

More Interior Room Than the Class Deserves Credit For

The 2027 Seltos earns class-leading second-row legroom in the entry CUV segment. That’s not marketing language; it means your rear passengers actually have room to ride without complaining. Fold those rear seats, and you’re also looking at class-leading cargo room, plus an adjustable cargo management system built to keep gear organized whether you’re loading up for a road trip or a hardware store run.

Technology That Punches Above Its Weight 

A 12.3-inch touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto comes standard, which is a strong baseline on its own. Opt for the available digital cockpit, which expands to nearly 30 inches of combined displays—a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, and a 5-inch climate display—making the interior feel considerably more premium than the price tag suggests.

Additional available features include: 

• 360-degree Surround View Monitor and Blind-Spot View Monitor
• Panoramic sunroof
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Memory driver’s seat

X-Line Turbo: Skip Straight to This One

The X-Line Turbo is where the 2027 Seltos really opens up. The 190-hp turbocharged engine, AWD, Multi-Terrain Mode for snow, mud, and sand, and 8.1 inches of ground clearance make it the most capable version of an already capable vehicle. The dark exterior accents and flush door handles give it a look that backs up what’s under the hood. If you’re going to get a Seltos, this is the trim to get.

24 Safety Features. 13 Come Standard 

The 2027 Seltos includes 13 standard collision-avoidance and driver-assistance features, with up to 24 available across the lineup. For a compact SUV at this price, that’s a meaningful number, and it reflects how seriously Kia takes safety as a baseline rather than an upsell.

Kia’s Warranty Still Leads the Industry 

Every 2027 Seltos comes backed by Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty. It has been the benchmark in the industry for years, and the 2027 Seltos carries it forward without compromise.

Get Ahead of It at Quality Kia of Greenwood 

The gas model is expected to arrive in the summer of 2026. The Hybrid with eAWD follows in late 2026. Demand will be high early—particularly for the X-Line Turbo—so now is the time to get on the list.

Stop by and see us at 1706 Montague Ave Ext in Greenwood, or browse our current Seltos inventory to see what’s available today. Quality Kia of Greenwood is here to help drivers across Greenwood and the surrounding South Carolina area find the right fit.

Call us at (833) 311-1423 and let’s talk Seltos.

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