Kia Seltos Gets Discounts of up to Rs 85,000 in July 2023

This month, certain Kia retail stores around the country are giving steep discounts on a few models in their lineup. These incentives include exchange bonuses, insurance benefits, and complementary accessories. A Rs 60,000 exchange bonus along with complimentary accessories totalling Rs 25,000 is available with some Kia Seltos models. Additionally offered is a free insurance plan for the first year, which can come with the benefit of no depreciation. Since the model is nearing the end of its lifetime and dealers want to get rid of stock before the upgraded version is released, these reductions are probably being provided. The Korean automaker debuted the Seltos facelift on July 04, and reservations will start later this month. A new engine option, additional amenities, and visual upgrades are included in the newer model of the mid-size SUV that competes with the Hyundai Creta and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The model is anticipated to arrive in the Indian market soon.

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2023 Kia Seltos: Engine and Gearbox

Three engine options are currently available for the powertrain. The previous version's 1.5-litre normally aspirated petrol engine and 1.5-litre diesel engine remain. The 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 113bhp and 144Nm of torque. This engine is available with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT transmission. The diesel engine, on the other hand, produces 114.4bhp and 250Nm and is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Both engines meet BS6 Phase II standards.

A new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine also joins the lineup in favour of the 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine, which has been phased out. The Kia Carens already has a turbo-petrol engine that produces 253Nm of torque and 158bhp. It is coupled with either a six-speed iMT or a seven-speed DCT.

2023 Kia Seltos: Interior

The Kia Seltos Facelift interior includes cooled front seats with an 8-way power driver's seat, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, a redesigned HVAC panel with only physical buttons, New-age Kia Connect, a Bose Premium sound system, and dual-zone climate control - the first midsize SUV to offer this feature. A new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatibility and a 10.25-inch completely digital instrument panel is also included in the compact SUV. 

2023 Kia Seltos: Safety Features

The 2023 Seltos sports a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, and ADAS Level 2 technology with 17 autonomous capabilities, including automated emergency braking and a blind spot monitor. Furthermore, 15 safety features are offered as standard across the Seltos line. 

2023 Kia Seltos: Exterior Styling

Exterior changes include a redesigned grille, new LED DRLs, crown jewel LED headlights, sequential LED turn indicators, Star Map LED linked taillamps, a reworked tailgate, faux skid plates, a shark-fin antenna, twin exhaust tips, and new roof rails for the India-spec Seltos. The SUV now rides on 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. The Kia Seltos Facelift will be available in three trim levels at launch in India: HT Line, X-Line, and GT Line. The redesigned car will come in 8 exterior colour options, including two dual-tone paint schemes and the Matte paint scheme exclusive to the X-Line.

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2023 Kia Seltos: Rivals

The Hyundai Creta, the Skoda Kushaq, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, the Volkswagen Taigun, the MG Astor, and the upcoming Honda Elevate are some of the models that the 2023 Kia Seltos will go up against in the Indian market.