Seltos Electric Variant underdevelopment

After launching the Seltos with various fuel-powered powertrain options, Kia might add an electric powertrain to the suite. Yes, a recent report suggests that Kia Motors might be working on an electric prototype of the Seltos, which will debut in Asia followed much by Europe and America.

Codenamed the SP2 EV, it is likely to derive its powertrain from the Hyundai Kona EV and the Kia Soul EV. Expect it to get either a 64kWh battery pack unit or a 39.2kWh unit.

• Kia Seltos EV concept in the works primarily for Asian markets.
• Expected to be offered with two battery options: 39.2kWh and 64kWh, same as the Kona Electric.
• Should get as many features as the Seltos such as an air purifier, heads-up display, and sunroof. 
• India launch timeline not yet disclosed.
• As per the report, the Seltos Electric will primarily target Asian markets including India. However, Kia India maintains that it won’t be focusing on electric cars for our market anytime soon. So the chances of the Seltos electric coming to India in the next 2-3 years appears rather slim. However, we believe launching an EV could boost the carmaker’s appeal as many mass market manufacturers are stepping into the booming segment. Earlier this month, we witnessed the unveiling of two electric SUVs: the MG ZS EV and Tata Nexon Electric.
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