KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Kia Seltos gearing up for new variants and features rejig
- Base model to get more features from MY25 model; Some variants to be trimmed
- Price hike also expected
The Kia Seltos is getting ready to be updated with some new variant additions and a few features being shuffled as well, This comes alongside the Sonet, which is also getting a revamp in these areas, as the information gets leaked online. This revamp of the trim line-up along with the features adjustment is a move to obtain simplicity and balance out the trims as per their hierarchy. Read on to find out more details about the imminent updates, but before that, make sure you are a part of our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Kia Seltos Variant Rejig Incoming; Features Shuffled
Going by the newly leaked document online, the Kia Seltos is all set to receive a new HTE(O) base trim with more features with the current entry-spec HTE going to be shelved for good. With a range of new features being readied for introduction, check out the features and the nomenclature of these new trims below.
New Kia Seltos Base Model
As mentioned above, the HTE(O) is going to be the new entry-level model for the mid-size SUV and will replace the current base model, and eventually be renamed to the HTE only as that makes sense. it will be getting these extra features:
- 8" touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple Carplay
- 4x speakers+2x tweeters
- Auto headlamps
- Steering-mounted controls
- Rear camera
- LED DRL
- Connected tail lamps
HTK (O) Variant
The Seltos 2025 is also getting another new HTK (O) variant, which will be slotted above the HTK trim. Notably, the Panoramic sunroof introduced with this variant will make it the most affordable in the segment with this much sought-after feature. Other additional features are as follows.
- Panoramic sunroof
- 16" alloy wheels
- Rear wiper with washer
- Roof rails
- Rear defoggoer
HTK+ (O) Variant
This variant will be placed above the HTK+ trim and will offer these features over the previous model:
- Electronic parking brake
- 17" alloy wheels
- LED headlamps
- LED fog lamps
- Sweeping indicators
- Rear parcel tray
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HTX & HTX(O) Variants New Features
The HTX trim of the Sonet is set to receive several updates. On models equipped with the CVT, an electronic parking brake will be added. All HTX variants will also gain stylish 17-inch machined alloy wheels and a convenient wireless phone charger. However, the chrome door handles and the option for an auto-clutch manual transmission will be discontinued on this trim level. Stepping up to the new HTX(O) variant will further add a power-adjustable driver's seat over the standard HTX features.
Variants To Be Axed
- HTE (petrol and diesel)
- HTK Plus ( NA petrol and diesel)
- HTX (diesel iMT)
- HTX Plus (petrol and diesel)
- GTX (diesel and turbo petrol)
Verdict
This is all that the Kia Seltos will be getting with the new MY25 model where the variant line-up wil be eased out for a better comprehension of buyers. Also, with the 2025 model updates, you will also be getting a price hike that will be revealed very soon.
