Right from the base HTE/GTE variants, the Kia Seltos comes fairly equipped. The mid-spec version of the SUV has a good amalgamation of necessity and comfort features. The fully loaded trim sports some first-in-class features and tech
Last month we got our hands on a leaked document that revealed the variant-wise features of the Kia Seltos. At the time, we revealed some of the features that the car could possibly come with. This time around we bring you a much more detailed comparison of how the variants are positioned and what kind of features set them apart.
HTE: Kia has smartly equipped even the base HTE trim reasonably well. You can get the HTE with the 1.5-litre petrol option as well as the 1.5-litre diesel. Both these engines come paired with a 6-speed manual. As far as features go, the HTE variant doesn’t get many fancy features, but it does get pretty much all the features you would need in a car in terms of safety and infotainment.
| HTE |
| ABS, EBD, Airbags (driver & passenger) |
| Projector Headlamps |
| Skid Plates (front and rear) |
| Rear Parking Sensors |
| All power windows |
| Keyless entry, central locking, steering mounted controls |
| 2-DIN audio system with Bluetooth & Sharkfin Antenna |
HTK and HTK+:
Both, the HTK and the HTK+, add more to the base trim. The biggest difference here is the addition of the touchscreen infotainment system, reversing camera and projector fog lamps. The HTK+ variant also comes with 16-inch alloy wheels. Auto cruise control, rear wipe & wash, and the rear defoggers are a few reasons you should consider the HTK+ if you have the budget for it.
| HTK | HTK+ |
| 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 16-inch alloy wheels |
| 6 speak audio system | LED DRLs |
| Rearview camera with guidance | Smart Key and push button start |
| Driving rear view monitor | Auto cruise control |
| Projector fog lamps | Rear door sun shade |
| One touch window down for the driver | LED Mood lights |
| Roof rail | Rear wipe & wash, parcel tray, and defogger |
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| One touch window up/down for the driver |
HTX and HTX+:
Both these variants continue to be offered with the 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engine options. Those looking for automatic, the Seltos petrol gets it in the HTX trim while the diesel auto is only available in the HTX+ variant. Of the two, we would definitely put our money on the HTX+ primarily for the Bose speaker system and the ventilated driver seat. Of course, it gets a bunch of other additional features as well. Some of them are mentioned below.
| HTX | HTX+ |
| 17-inch alloy wheels, TPMS | Ventilated driver seat |
| 10.25-inch Touchscreen with UVO Connected car (Free for 3Y) | Sun roof |
| Flat-bottom & telescopic steering | Electrically adjustable driver seat |
| Anti-glare IRVM, Smart Pure air purifier | Bose speakers |
| Leather upholstery | Front parking sensors |
| 60:40 split rear seat | Wireless charging |
| Automatic climate control | UV cut glass |
GT Line
In the GT Line there are three variants as well – GTE, GTK and GTX, and the GTX also comes with a Plus pack. Feature list remains identical to the Techline range for the corresponding variants. The 1.4-litre turbo petrol option is only available in the GTK and GTX (and Plus) trims.
| GTX | GTX+ |
| Side and curtain airbags | Same as HTX+ |
| Electronic stability control, Hill Hold, | |
| Red Brake Callipers | |
| 8.0-inch Head-up display | |
| Drive and traction modes (1.4-litre DCT only) |
Kia Motors will announce the price of the Seltos on 22nd August. Stay tuned to know the prices of the new SUV and which of its variants offers the best value for money proposition.
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