We put Kia’s first offering in India through our exhaustive test to find out whether it is worthy of the hype.
Published on Apr 04, 2020 06:00:00 AM
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The Seltos is offered under a HT (Tech) Line and a GT Line, with four variants each. The range comprises three engines which get two transmission options each, and 13 colour schemes (including five dualtone options). All variants get basic kit like dual airbags, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, four disc brakes (base 1.5-litre petrol has only front), projector headlamps, Bluetooth audio system, steering controls, rear AC vents, driver-side armrest and remote key entry.
The 1.5-litre petrol is available only in the higher mid-spec HTX (Tech Line) which comes with features like auto LED headlamps, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android and Apple connectivity, UVO connected apps, auto-dimming inside mirror, climate control, cruise control, air purifier, 17-inch alloys, electric folding mirrors, camera, and rear wiper and washer. The top-spec diesel-manual is the HTX Plus that adds a Bose sound system, a sunroof, ventilated seats, wireless charging and some more features. However, despite its price of Rs 15.34 lakh (ex-showroom, India), it misses out on side and curtain airbags, as well as ESP.
The 1.4-litre turbo-petrol manual and automatic are available only in the GT Line which is the sportier of the two trim lines. The top-spec GTX plus is available with the turbo-petrol manual and automatic, and diesel automatic. Over the top-spec diesel manual, it gets six airbags, ESP, a heads-up display, rain-sensing wipers; the automatics also get multidriving modes and traction control.
By offering multiple options to buyers, Kia has created one of the most confusing variant mixes in recent times.
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