The SUV is likely to powered by a 1.6-litre petrol-hybrid from the Kia Niro.
According to a media report, Kia is likely to discontinue the diesel variants of the Seltos. It is expected to be replaced with a petrol-hybrid option.
The report states that the Seltos Hybrid will be offered with the same powertrain as the Kia Niro. It means the SUV will be powered by a 1.6-litre petrol engine paired with a parallel-hybrid system producing a combined output of 137 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 264 Nm @ 4,000 rpm. The hybrid system features a 1.56 kWh lithium-ion battery that powers an AC electric motor that has an output of 42 BHP and 170 Nm.
In India, the Seltos is currently available with three engine options. These include a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol producing 113 BHP and 144 Nm, a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol that makes 138 BHP and 242 Nm and a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder diesel that produces 113 BHP and 250 Nm.
In the international market, the hybrid variant is likely to be introduced on the Seltos facelift that is due for launch sometime this year.
Keyword: Rumour: Kia Seltos Diesel to be replaced with a Hybrid