Kia Seltos Facelift Bookings Commence in India for Rs 25,000
The bookings for the Kia Seltos SUV have finally started at a token amount of Rs 25,000 in India. Let's take a look at the features, expected price, and rivals of the upcoming SUV.
By Sanorita
Kia India has begun taking pre-orders for its recently-unveiled 2023 Seltos SUV at Rs 25,000. There is no denying that delivery times for brand-new or eagerly anticipated vehicles tend to be longer; however, Kia has launched a new high-priority delivery programme called K-Code that ensures faster delivery times for any reservations made with the code, which can only be generated by current Kia Seltos owners from the official website and Mykia app. However, those new and potential buyers need to get in touch with the present Seltos owners in order to gain access to the K-Code. When the K-Code is used for pre-booking, the firm promises that the new Seltos will arrive quickly. On July 14, from 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m., the K-Code will be in effect. Keep in mind that you can only use your exclusive K-code once, and you cannot share it with anybody else.
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Kia Seltos Facelift: Powertrain
The new Seltos SUV has the same 1.5-litre petrol engine with 113bhp and 144Nm and the 1.5-litre turbo-diesel engine with 114.4bhp and 250Nm as the standard model. While the petrol engine still comes with a 6-speed manual or CVT, the diesel engine gets a 6-speed iMT or 6-speed automatic gearbox. Both engines comply with BS6 Phase II. Additionally, it gets a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, which replaces the older 1.4-litre unit, producing 253Nm and 158bhp at its highest output. Either a 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox is an option available with this unit.
Kia Seltos Facelift: Features
The updated SUV's features include dual-zone temperature control, the first midsize SUV to provide it, cooled front seats with an 8-way power driver's seat, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, New-age Kia Connect, a Bose Premium sound system, etc. In addition, the redesigned SUV now boasts a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility and a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument panel. As a part of the feature update, the SUV also gets ADAS (advanced driver assist systems), which has 17 functions including adaptive cruise control, lane assist, high beam aid, and autonomous emergency braking, etc.
Also Read: Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta Feature Comparison: Which is Better?
Kia Seltos Facelift: Price & Market Competitors
The price of Seltos will presumably be announced next month. Given the extra features available, ADAS safety technology, dual-zone climate control, such as a panoramic sunroof, two digital displays, and more, it may have a price ranging between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 21 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). In terms of market competition, the revised SUV will continue to lock horns with the Hyundai Creta, the Skoda Kushaq, the MG Astor, and more.
