December 01, 2025

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SECOND-GEN SELTOS MAKES GLOBAL DEBUT

KIA HAS TAKEN THE wraps off the second-gen of the Seltos, debuting an all-new design, platform and tech. Bookings have commenced for the SUV, and prices will be announced in January 2026. Based on the new K3 platform, the Seltos has grown in size, measuring 4,460mm, with a wheelbase of 2,690mm. It is wider as well, measuring 1,830mm wide. The front carries Kia's Digital Tiger Face in glossy black, which also integrates the Ice Cube LED headlamps in a massive grille element. Like global Kia models, it also gets vertical LED DRLs, while LED fog lamps sit on the bottom. The SUV rides on 18-inch alloys, that come in black if one opts for the X-Line. The sides are familiar, but the panels are new, with flush door handles, and chunky door cladding. Courtesy of the longer wheelbase, the Seltos promises more space for the passengers, and the wider body allows for an even more expansive cabin. There are multiple themes spread across the different trim levels, the top-spec gets Trinity Panoramic Display Panel, merging a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 12.3-inch infotainment inside a single panel along with a third display that serves as the climate control panel. Features include 10-way powered seat with lumbar adjust, memory function for the seats and ORVMs, ventilated seats, 64-colour ambient lighting,

MAHINDRA XEV 9S

There are two distinct ends to the electric SUV spectrum. On one side is the radical crowd, buyers who want their EVs to stand out, and Mahindra already caters to them with the BE6 and the XEV 9e. On the other side are customers who prefer something more understated. Until now, their options were models like the Creta Electric, Windsor and the Harrier.ev. Mahindra has now entered this space with the all-new XEV 9S, and we took it out for a short drive to see what it brings to the tableLet's begin with the design. The XEV 9S is essentially the electric version of the XUV 700 and hence follows a similar design language. The front end though, has been completely redone and features the signature connected DRL module that allows it to be recognisable as a Mahindra SUV. Then there are smart-looking LED headlamps that all sit within one pod. The large bumper and closed grille ensure that the electric identity of the vehicle is clearly announced. In profile, one can spot the XUV 700 traits in this SUV. It looks bold thanks to the flared wheel arches and prominent shoulder line. The 18in alloy wheels look good too. At the back the designers have moved away from the now familiar connected lights. Instead the tail lights are