Affordable, Classy and Stylish SUV Kia Seltos. (Price list, Specifications and features)

Kia Seltos manufactured by Kia is a subcompact crossover SUV. In Kia's global SUV lineup, the Seltos, which was introduced in mid-2019, sits between the smaller Stonic, Soul, or Sonet and the larger Sportage. The Seltos is a global product with three variations introduced for various markets.

The Kia Seltos is equipped with six airbags, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control (ESC), hill-assistance control (HAC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist and forward-collision warning.

Design 

Kia Seltos have a redesigned front and rear bumper, vertically stacked cube-shaped LED fog lights, updated LED headlamps and connected LED taillights, and a new tiger-nose grille with integrated DRLs. In addition, it has dual exhaust tips, a shark-fin antenna, imitation skid plates, and 18-inch crystal-cut glossy black alloy wheels. Eight monotone and two dual-tone colour options, along with an exclusive Matte Graphite colour theme, are offered for the Seltos facelift.

The upgraded Seltos has two 10.25-inch screens inside the cabin that are equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system, an instrument cluster, cruise control, dual-zone climate control, and a wireless charger. Additional features include ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, eight-way powered driver seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree surround camera, a heads-up display, and the Level 2 ADAS suite. 

Specifications

Engine and Gearbox

A 1.5-liter gasoline engine (115 PS/144 Nm) mated to a 6-speed manual or CVT, a 1.5-liter diesel engine (116 PS/250 Nm) mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic or a 6-speed iMT, and a 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine (160 PS/253 Nm) mated to a 6-speed iMT (clutchless manual) and an optional 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (DCT) are the three engine options available for the updated Kia Seltos 

Performance

Your driving experience is enhanced by the dynamic performance of the new Kia Seltos. It provides the highest power and performance with sophisticated, potent, and fuel-efficient engine options, enabling you to drive at your own pace.

Features

The Kia Seltos features Power Steering, Power Windows Front, Anti Lock Braking System, Air Conditioner, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Automatic Climate Control, Alloy Wheels, Multi-function Steering Wheel. 

Variants

There are three main varieties available: Tech Line, GT Line, and X-Line. While the GT Line is now available in two trims, GTX+ (S) and GTX+, the Tech Line is further divided into HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, and HTX+ trims. An economical X-Line (S) variant has also been released for the X-Line variant. 

Pros

• Its dual-screen infotainment system is worth the upgrade.
• Its ride and handling are nicely balanced.
• It is roomier than most subcompact crossovers.

Cons

• The entry-level model lacks desirable features. 
• The base powertrain won't satisfy speed demons. 
• Some may find the ride to be a little stiff.

Price

The Kia Seltos, available in India at a price range between Rs 10.90 lakh and Rs 20.30 lakh (ex-showroom price), offers an exceptional value proposition in the highly competitive compact SUV segment. There are 27 choices:

• HTE 1.5 Petrol MT - ₹ 10.90 Lakh (Petrol, 1497 cc, Manual) 
• HTE 1.5 Diesel iMT - ₹ 12.00 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual)
• HTK 1.5 Petrol MT - ₹ 12.10 Lakh (Petrol, 1497 cc, Manual) 
• HTK Plus 1.5 Petrol MT - ₹ 13.50 Lakh (Petrol, 1497 cc, Manual) 
• HTK 1.5 Diesel iMT - ₹ 13.60 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTK Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol iMT - ₹ 15.00 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTK Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT - ₹ 15.00 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX 1.5 Petrol MT - ₹ 15.18 Lakh (Petrol, 1497 cc, Manual) 
• HTX 1.5 Petrol CVT - ₹ 16.60 Lakh (Petrol, 1497 cc, Automatic) 
• HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT - ₹ 16.70 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX 1.5 Diesel AT - ₹ 18.20 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol iMT - ₹ 18.28 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT - ₹ 18.28 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT Dual Tone - ₹ 18.50 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Turbo iMT Dual Tone - ₹ 18.50 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Clutchless Manual) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT - ₹ 19.20 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus (S) 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT - ₹ 19.38 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus (S) 1.5 Diesel AT - ₹ 19.38 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• HTX Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT Dual Tone - ₹ 19.40 (Lakh Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• X Line (S) 1.5 Diesel AT - ₹ 19.60 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• X Line (S) 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT - ₹ 19.60 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT - ₹ 19.98 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT - ₹ 20.00 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT Dual Tone - ₹ 20.20 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic) 
• GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT Dual Tone - ₹ 20.20 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• X Line 1.5 Diesel AT - ₹ 20.30 Lakh (Diesel, 1493 cc, Automatic) 
• X Line 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT - ₹ 20.30 Lakh (Petrol, 1482 cc, Automatic)