- Kia Seltos Facelift bookings open on July 14th
- New 1.5 turbo petrol engine
- Check all variant-wise features
Finally, what a lot of buyers were eying, the Kia Seltos Facelift is here. With the unveiling on July 4th in the Indian market, Kia managed to add more fuel to the fire. The official bookings for the same are set to begin on July 14th. And just before that, we have the variant-wise engine specs, and also the features break-up as well.
Let's quickly check out the Variants-wise features and the engine specs.
Kia Seltos Facelift Engine Options Explained
The Seltos facelift retains its powertrain options, including a 1.5-litre petrol engine with 115hp and 144Nm of torque, a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel engine with 116hp and 250Nm of torque, and a new 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine producing 160hp and 253Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual or CVT for the petrol engine, a 6-speed iMT or automatic gearbox for the diesel engine, and a 6-speed iMT or 7-speed DCT for the turbo-petrol engine.
Check out the engine options with the respective variants in the table below for a better understanding.
| Variant | 1.5L Normal Petrol MT | 1.5L Normal Petrol CVT | 1.5L Turbo Petrol ACMT | 1.5L Turbo Petrol DCT | 1.5L Turbo Diesel ACMT | 1.5L Turbo Diesel TC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTE | Y | N | N | N | Y | N |
| HTK | Y | N | N | N | Y | N |
| HTK+ | Y | N | Y | N | Y | N |
| HTX | Y | Y | N | N | Y | Y |
| HTX+ | N | N | Y | Y | Y | N |
| GTX+ | N | N | N | Y | N | Y |
| X Line | N | N | N | Y | N | Y |
Y =Yes, N =No.
And now, time for the distribution of the variant-wise feature. Let's get on with it.
Variant-wise Features Distribution Explained
Before we head on to the features and convenience, it is interesting to note that the company has offered the complete safety package as standard across all the variants. It includes features such as six airbags, ESC, VSM, hill-start assist, ABS, all-wheel disc brakes, TPMS, rear parking sensors, speed-sensing auto door locks, and three-point seat belts for all passengers with reminders. These measures prioritize occupant protection and contribute to a safe driving experience
HTE
- Halogen projector headlamps
- R16 steel wheels with covers
- Fabric seat upholstery
- Digital instrument cluster with 4.2-inch MID
- Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
- Power windows on all doors
- Headlamp escort function
- Rear window sunshades
- Driver seat height adjustment
- Rear AC vents
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HTK
- Roof rails
- Projector fog lamps
- Wing mirror-mounted turn signals
- Electrically adjustable wing mirrors
- 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment
- Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
- Steering-mounted audio controls
- 4 speakers + 2 tweeters
- Bluetooth, USB A Type port
- Front parking sensors
- Rear parking camera
HTK+
- Panoramic sunroof (turbo-petrol only)
- LED Daytime Running Lamps
- R16 alloy wheels
- LED interior lamps
- Gloss black dashboard garnish
- Leather-wrapped gear knob
- Push button start/stop
- Automatic climate control
- Rear washer/wiper
- Rear defogger
- Electrically folding wing mirrors
- Cruise control
HTX
- Standard panoramic sunroof
- Full-LED headlamps
- LED connected tail lamps
- Sequential LED turn indicators
- LED fog lamps
- Gloss black grille with knurled chrome surround
- Chrome garnish on window line, door handles
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-tone black and beige interior
- Soft-touch dashboard
- Leatherette seat upholstery
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Front center armrest
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment
- Wired Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
- Connected car technology with OTA updates
- Voice commands
- Dual-zone climate control
- Ambient lighting
- Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel
- All four power windows with auto up/down
- 60:40 split/folding rear seats
- Reclining function for rear seats
- Rear centre armrest with cup holders
- ISOFIX mounts
- Paddle shifters (AT only)
- Drive modes (AT only)
- Traction control modes (AT only)
HTX+
- Gloss black rear spoiler
- Soft-touch brown interior inserts
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Wireless charger
- Front ventilated seats
- 8-way powered drivers seat
- 8-speaker Bose sound system
GTX+
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- GT-line centric front and rear bumpers
- Dual exhaust tips
- All black interior, upholstery with white inserts
- Metal pedals
- All-black roof lining
- ADAS suite with 17 features
- 360-degree camera
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rain sensing wipers
X-Line
- Gloss black wing mirrors
- Matte graphite outside door handles skid plates
- Gloss black front and rear
- All-black interior with green inserts
- Sage green leatherette upholstery
VERDICT- Since Kia Seltos was already at a higher position in the segment, pushing it, even more, was tough, but Kia managed to rake in enough punch. With a panoramic sunroof, ADAS tech, and a fresh 1.5L turbo petrol unit, it keeps its edge and appeal over the competition. Also, If you are someone with a passion for engines mounted on wheels, you must join our Whatsapp Group Community of petrolheads to find out more exciting stuff about the Auto world.
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