New-Gen Kia Seltos Mileage Revealed; Diesel MT Runs 22 Km In Rs 100

Kia launched the next-generation Seltos in India in January 2026. Now, the ARAI-certified mileage of the SUV has been revealed for the SUV. The updated SUV is currently sold at Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom), offers three engine choices: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol GDi, and a 1.5-litre diesel. Here are the mileages these units offer.

As per the data revealed by Vahan Warta, the diesel variant stands out for value. Its 1.5-litre unit, producing 114 bhp and 250 Nm, pairs with a six-speed iMT for 19.4 kmpl ARAI-rated mileage. At current diesel prices around Rs 87.90 per litre in Delhi (22 April 2026), Rs 100 fills enough fuel for roughly 22 km on this setup, making it a practical pick for long drives. The diesel automatic, with a six-speed torque converter, returns 17.8 kmpl, still competitive in the segment.

Petrol options keep pace too. The base 1.5-litre petrol produces 133 bhp and 144 Nm, and achieves 16.5 kmpl with a six-speed manual and with iVT, available on entry-level trims like HTE to HTX. Higher up, the 1.5-litre turbo GDi produces 158 bhp and 253 Nm, posting 15.6 kmpl with iMT and 17.5 kmpl with seven-speed DCT. These figures position the Seltos well against rivals such as the Hyundai Creta and Honda Elevate.

ARAI-tested mileage of the @KiaInd Seltos is out - and the numbers tell an interesting story !

✅ Diesel MT sits right on top
✅ Turbo iMT ends up at the bottom

👉 Surprise? The Turbo DCT is more efficient than iMT - not what most would expect.
👉 Diesel still leads… pic.twitter.com/MiKsEUWnPF

— Vahan Warta (वाहन वार्ता ) (@VahanWarta) April 22, 2026

Loaded with features like a panoramic sunroof, Level-2 ADAS, 10.1-inch touchscreen, and 360-degree camera, the Seltos blends tech and thrift. It competes in a crowded mid-size SUV space, including Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Hyundai Creta, Honda Elevate, and Volkswagen Taigun. Real-world mileage may vary by conditions, but ARAI data suggests the diesel MT leads for cost-conscious owners.

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The new-gen Kia Seltos is also the safest ICE SUV in the Indian market and offers a five-star BNCAP rating. The list of safety features includes six airbags, ESC, front and rear disc brakes, hill hold assist, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), ISOFIX child seat anchorages, reverse camera, and more.