Kia Seltos
₹10.99 Lakhs to ₹19.99 Lakhs
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❓ What is the price of the new Kia Seltos in India?
The second-generation Kia Seltos is priced between ₹10.99 lakh and ₹19.99 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). Despite being larger and more feature-rich, Kia has positioned it competitively in the midsize SUV segment.
❓ What variants are available with the new Kia Seltos?
The new Kia Seltos is offered in 8 variants:
- HTE
- HTE (O)
- HTK
- HTK (O)
- HTX
- HTX (A)
- GTX
- GTX (A)
The GTX and GTX (A) variants can also be specified with the X-Line styling pack, which includes:
- Matte Graphite paint
- Gloss black exterior elements
- Blacked-out 18-inch alloy wheels
- Gunmetal accents
❓ What are the engine and transmission options on the Kia Seltos?
The new Seltos offers three 1.5-litre engine options, paired with multiple gearboxes.
1. 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
- Best suited for city and relaxed highway use
- Transmission options:
- 6-speed manual
- IVT (automatic)
2. 1.5-litre Turbo Petrol
- Performance-focused option
- Transmission options:
- 7-speed DCT
- 6-speed iMT (clutchless manual)
3. 1.5-litre Diesel
- Balanced performance and efficiency
- Transmission options:
- 6-speed manual
- 6-speed automatic
Kia has also confirmed that a petrol-hybrid Seltos is under development, expected to launch around 2027.
❓ What mileage can you expect from the Kia Seltos?
1.5 Petrol (NA):
- City: 11–13 kmpl
- Highway: 15 kmpl+
1.5 Turbo Petrol:
- City (heavy traffic): 7–10 kmpl
- Highway: 13–16 kmpl
1.5 Diesel:
- City: 12–14 kmpl
- Highway: 17–20 kmpl
❓ What are the exterior design highlights of the new Kia Seltos?
The second-generation Seltos follows Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design language and looks sharper and more upright.
Exterior Features:
- Wide dark chrome grille integrated with headlamps
- Vertically stacked LED DRLs
- Flush-fitting door handles with welcome lighting
- Gloss black body cladding
- Full-width LED tail-lamp light bar
- Alloy wheels up to 18 inches (16- or 17-inch on lower variants)
Dimensions:
- Length: 4,460 mm
- Width: 1,830 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,690 mm
❓ What colour options are offered on the new Kia Seltos?
The new Seltos is available in 12 exterior colours, including 10 monotone and 2 dual-tone shades.
New colour additions include:
- Morning Haze
- Magma Red
❓ What interior features does the new Kia Seltos offer?
The cabin has been completely redesigned with a strong focus on technology and comfort.
Interior Highlights:
- 30-inch panoramic display (infotainment + instrument cluster + climate)
- Bose 8-speaker premium sound system
- Ventilated front seats
- 10-way power-adjustable driver seat with memory and relaxation function
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- Proximity-based keyless unlock
Material quality and overall fit and finish have been significantly improved over the previous generation.
❓ What safety features and ADAS does the Kia Seltos get?
Safety is a key upgrade on the new Seltos.
Standard Safety Package (24 features):
- 6 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill Start Assist
Level 2 ADAS (21 features):
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Keep Assist
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
The new Seltos is built on Kia’s K3 platform, which offers improved bodyshell rigidity and is expected to perform well in Bharat NCAP crash tests.
❓ How does the new Kia Seltos compare to rivals?
The second-generation Seltos competes directly with:
- Hyundai Creta
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Toyota Hyryder
- Volkswagen Taigun
- Škoda Kushaq
- Honda Elevate
- MG Astor
With its larger size, advanced ADAS, premium interiors and wide engine lineup, the new Seltos strengthens its position as one of the most well-rounded midsize SUVs in India.
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How long does a test drive usually last?
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Can I test drive multiple car models?
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