KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 2023 Kia Seltos price dropped for the first time
- Features axed as well
- Read all details below
The Kia Seltos, a top performer in Kia India's lineup and the compact SUV segment, is undergoing a price reduction linked to the removal of certain features. The Seltos has been a successful offering from the South Korean brand, and this price adjustment marks a noteworthy development for the SUV. But what features leave this SUV? Read on to find out.
However, it's important to note that the price cut is not uniform across all variants. Let's delve into the details.
Kia Seltos Feature-List Downsizes: Price Slashed Too
Currently, Kia Seltos has opted to remove the one-touch up and down function for all four windows from HTX and above trims. Previously, these trims featured this function for all windows, but now it is retained only for the driver's window. The sole exception is the top-spec X-Line trim, which continues to offer the one-touch up and-down function for all four windows. The reduction in prices, which varies across the variants, is attributed to this feature revision.
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Notably, this downward price adjustment is capped at a maximum of Rs. 2,000. Specifically, the 1.5 Petrol MT variant of HTX, 1.5 Turbo-Petrol iMT and 1.5 Diesel iMT variants of HTX+, 1.5L Turbo-Petrol DCT variants of GTX+ and GTX+(S) trims, and the 1.5 Diesel variant of GTX+(S) AT trim have all witnessed a Rs. 2,000 reduction in their prices, as compared to the previous figures.
Under The Hood
ia Seltos offers a diverse range of powertrain options, catering to various preferences. The engine lineup includes a 1.5L naturally-aspirated petrol engine that delivers 113 hp of power and 144 Nm of torque, ensuring a reliable and efficient performance. For those seeking more power, the 1.5L turbo petrol motor is available, producing an impressive 158 hp of peak power and 253 Nm of torque. The transmission choices are equally versatile, featuring a 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT, iVT (CVT), 6-speed TC, and 7-speed DCT.
This flexibility in power and transmission options positions the Seltos facelift as a formidable contender in the competitive SUV market, competing against models like the Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, and its arch-rival, the Creta.
Verdict
The noticable development of a price cut is a first for the Seltos. While it is accompanied by a small price cut, but the conveinience that it offered was justifiable. The reason for dropping the feature is still unclear, but could have been due to its lower mass appeal when compared to the work involved. 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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