Kia India has launched the 2024 Refreshed Seltos, this latest version introduces new variants and a lots of enhanced features
Variants and Features
With the addition of two new variants – Petrol G1.5 HTK+ IVT and Diesel 1.5L CRDi VGT HTK+ 6AT, the Seltos lineup now boasts a total of 26 trims. Notably, the mid variants receive significant upgrades, including Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof, Paddle Shifters, and Star Map LED-connected tail lamps.
The following are the features introduced in the updated Seltos:
| Additions | ||
| Trim | Top Variants | |
| X-Line | All Doors Power Window Auto up/Down with safety along with Voice Command | |
| X-Line (S) | ||
| GTX+ | ||
| GTX+ (S) | ||
| HTX+ | ||
| HTX | ||
| Mid Variants | ||
| HTK+ | Smartstream 1.5G IVT and 1.5l CRDi VGT AT | |
| Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof, LED Front Map Lamps and Ice Cubed LED Reading Lamps | ||
| Drive Mode select/ Traction control Mode | ||
| Paddle Shifters | ||
| Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps | ||
| Additional Body Color option: Aurora Black Pearl | ||
| Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with Seltos Logo | ||
| HTK | Star Map LED DRL, Smart Key with push button start/stop | |
| Smart Key with Remote Engine Start/Stop | ||
| Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps | ||
| Base Variants | ||
| HTE | Additional 5 Body Colour options: Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Grey, Intense Red, Pewter Olive and Imperial Blue | |
Design Enhancements
The vertically stacked headlights and the sleek contours of the body shows Kia’s attention to detail. The introduction of the Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof and the revamped tail lamps adds a touch of luxury.
Performance and Technology
Under the hood, the Seltos continues to impress with its performance capabilities. The Smartstream 1.5G IVT and 1.5L CRDi VGT AT variants offer a seamless driving experience, complemented by features such as Drive Mode select, Traction control Mode, and Paddle Shifters. Furthermore, the addition of Voice Command and All Doors Power Window Auto Up/Down ensures convenience for the driver also enhancing the driving experience at the same time.
Pricing and Competition
With revised prices starting from Rs. 10.89 lakhs (Ex-Showroom Pan India), the Seltos remains a competitive choice in its segment. It faces tough competition from rivals like the Hyundai Creta and the Tata Nexon.
Price List:
| Engine | Variant | Transmission | Price (INR) |
| Smartstream G1.5 Petrol | HTE | 6MT | 10,89,900 |
| HTK | 12,23,900 | ||
| HTK+ | 14,05,900 | ||
| HTX | 15,29,900 | ||
| HTK+ | IVT | 15,41,900 | |
| HTX | 16,71,900 | ||
| Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi Petrol | HTK+ | 6iMT | 15,44,900 |
| HTX+ | 18,72,900 | ||
| HTX+ | 7DCT | 19,72,900 | |
| GTX+(S) | 19,39,900 | ||
| GTX+ | 19,99,900 | ||
| X Line (S) | 19,64,900 | ||
| X-Line | 20,34,900 | ||
| 1.5l CRDi VGT Diesel | HTE | 6MT | 12,34,900 |
| HTK | 13,67,900 | ||
| HTK+ | 15,54,900 | ||
| HTX | 16,79,900 | ||
| HTX+ | 18,69,900 | ||
| HTX | 6iMT | 16,99,900 | |
| HTX+ | 18,94,900 | ||
| HTK+ | 6AT | 16,91,900 | |
| HTX | 18,21,900 | ||
| GTX+ (S) | 19,39,900 | ||
| GTX+ | 19,99,900 | ||
| X Line (S) | 19,64,900 | ||
| X Line | 20,34,900 |
What We Think
The 2024 Refreshed Kia Seltos with its diverse range of variants and premium features, it caters to the evolving needs of modern-day consumers, and is a car which the buyers must seriously take into consideration while making a decision.