NEW Kia Seltos Review – Better than a Sportage?

Don't buy a Kia Sportage until you've watched THIS! In our NEW Kia Seltos review, we travel to South Korea to get behind the wheel of the £30k hybrid SUV you've probably never heard of. Despite being Kia's second best-selling car wordline, the Seltos is only just arriving in the UK. Slotting in between the Niro and the Sportage, it boasts a massive 536-litre boot and EV-inspired tech – but is it actually better than a Sportage, Nissan Qashqai and Skoda Karoq? 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe! If you enjoyed this exclusive first drive, hit subscribe to keep up to date with our latest in-depth reviews, group testsand comparison tests: @whatcar 🚗 Looking for a specific model? Read our full verdict on the Kia Seltos and see how it ranks against its family SUV rivals right here: http://www.whatcar.com In this review, we explore the brand-new second-generation 2026 Seltos, including the rugged new X-Line trim. We test the dual 12.3-inch screens and the ultra-comfortable "relaxation seats" inherited from Kia's premium EVs. We also put the rear passenger space to the test and explain why the Seltos's boot is much better than a Nissan Qashqai's. Finally, we hit the road to test the 1.6-litre hybrid powertrain and reveal the expected £30,000 to £42,000 UK pricing! What Car? is the UK's biggest car-buying brand and has been helping buyers for more than 50 years. Our tests are widely regarded as the most independent and in-depth. Our YouTube channel brings you trusted reviews on all types of car, plus car news, reveals and features. In-depth written reviews are available on our website whatcar.com, where you'll also find advice features and the latest new and used car deals. Follow What Car? here: LIKE What Car? on Facebook: https://goo.gl/yv5jF8 FOLLOW What Car? on Twitter: https://goo.gl/SJzmT8 Check out our full video catalog: https://bit.ly/2W81iu9 #KiaSeltos #KiaSportage #HybridSUV #FamilyCar #WhatCar #kia Video chapters: 0:00 – Intro: The best-selling Kia you've never heard of! 0:49 – Exterior design: "Star map" lights & the rugged X-Line 1:40 – Interior tech: 12.3-inch screens & "Relaxation Seats" 4:17 – Rear space 5:14 – Boot space & practicality 6:10 – Engines & performance: 1.6L Hybrid (FWD vs AWD) 6:51 – Driving dynamics: Ride comfort & handling 8:28 – Trims, safety tech & V2L Charging 9:20 – Pricing & verdict