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Chandan P

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I am planning to buy the Kia Seltos 2026 diesel manual. I am confused between the HTK and HTX variants. I do not want the HTK(O). Is the ₹3 lakh difference in cost worth the upgrade? Or can I get the necessary aftermarket upgrades? I am not a fan of the sunroof and would prefer to avoid it. I would want front parking sensors, fog lamps, leather seats, and a good sound system.

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It is always recommended to buy any vehicle with factory-fit features. In your case, the Kia Seltos HTX is worth the extra spend as it packs in all that you want (front parking sensors, fog lamps, leatherette upholstery and a Bose sound system) and more. Additional goodies on the HTX that will add greatly to your experience include auto climate control, front seat ventilation, an auto-dimming mirror and a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen.
Sure, you could get some upgrades as accessories, but these could impact the warranty. Improper fitment can also create electrical hazards. It is best to stick to accessories offered and fitted by the Kia dealer with a clear understanding on impact on warranty.
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Warranty would NOT be impacted if the accessories are fitted by the showroom guys, like electric accessories. Non electric accessories like tyres, leather seats will not affect warranty unless they are placed in critical areas.

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I want to choose between Curvv and Seltos. My preferences are: reliability, low maintenance, good road presence, good sound system, good mileage, safety and automatic. My average running is 6,000km annually, with 90% city and 10% highway use.

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Quite frankly, between the Kia Seltos and the Tata Curvv, the only reasons to buy the Curvv are if you like its coupe styling and the price, which is cheaper than the Seltos when you factor in available discounts. Go for the Kia Seltos HTX+ IVT (petrol automatic).For your 6,000 km a year with 90% city use, it’s the smoother, more reliable pick with good features and equipment. Your driving is mostly urban (about 5,400 km in the city and 600 km on the highway yearly), so the IVT suits stop‑and-go traffic with seamless creep and low heat buildup, unlike many dual‑clutch units. The HTX+ trim brings an 8‑speaker Bose setup for the “good sound system” you want, and safety is covered with 6 airbags, ESC, and TPMS, which matter more than raw power at city speeds. Road presence is solid too; the Seltos’ stance and LED lighting help it look a size up.The one thing you give up is outright punch: the IVT is calmer than the turbo‑DCT Seltos for sudden highway bursts, so quick overtakes need a firmer right foot.

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I’ve been driving a manual Hyundai Creta Petrol for the last six years and am now looking to upgrade to an automatic with better specifications and superior comfort. My driving split is roughly 75% city and 25% highway. I’m currently torn between the New Kia Seltos IVT (NA Petrol) and the Turbo Petrol DCT. As this will be my first automatic car, I’d appreciate insights on which gearbox better suits my heavy city usage versus occasional highway runs. Kindly suggest.

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Since this will be your first automatic, the Kia Seltos IVT is the easier and more intuitive option to live with. In heavy city traffic, it is extremely smooth at low speeds, with no jerks or shift shocks, which makes daily driving far less tiring. The creep function is also very natural, so bumper-to-bumper traffic and parking become effortless.The turbo petrol DCT, while a lot more powerful and engaging to drive, is better suited for highway use and enthusiastic driving. In city conditions, especially in stop-and-go traffic, it can feel a bit jerky compared to the IVT.On the highway, the IVT paired with the naturally aspirated engine is still perfectly adequate for cruising at 90-100 kph, and for your usage, you are unlikely to fully benefit from the extra performance of the turbo.

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Posted on: 24 Mar 2026