Kia Seltos: The Segment Dominator

 As you all must be aware, there is cut-throat competition between the Hyundai-owned Creta and its twin, the Kia Seltos. However, as of September 2022, Kia Motors India sold eleven units, making it the second highest-selling compact SUV in the country. That said, the Kia Seltos is among the cash cows for the company, making it one of the best Kia cars in India. 

Moreover, the Kia Seltos also received a sports iteration, the X-Line. This variant is for those who want a typical rugged SUV with sporty looks. 

In addition, there is also a buzz about the upcoming 2023 Kia Seltos in the facelifted guise, which might make its debut next year in 2023. It will take on the likes of the Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, MG Astor, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, and the Toyota Hyryder, to name a few.

So, if you have plans to buy the Kia Seltos, below are a few things you should know about it. Let's proceed with reading!

 

Specifications

The Korean car manufacturer sells the Kia Seltos in both petrol and diesel engine options. If you want the petrol variant, you can check out the Kia Seltos price on autoX.

For starters, let's know about the petrol offerings. It gets a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit, which produces 115PS and 144Nm of torque, followed by a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 140PS and 242Nm of torque. And the last option is a 1.5-litre diesel engine that churns out 115PS and 250Nm of torque. 

As far as the fuel economy is concerned, the Kia Seltos's mileage is between 16.1kmpl and 21kmpl, ARAI claimed. 

Please note that real-world mileage can vary depending on an individual's driving style and local traffic conditions. 

As for transmission options, there is a six-speed manual, optional iMT and CVT, as well as DCT. Moreover, the Kia Seltos's specifications are the same as the Hyundai Creta's. 

 

Features

This subcompact crossover SUV from the Korean carmaker is a feature-loaded vehicle. It has everything in terms of features, be it comfort, entertainment, or safety. The top-of-the-line variant has every amenity to pamper a passenger. Considering the Kia Seltos price, it should be worth every penny, including the after-sales. You will read the on-road price of this vehicle in the following paragraph.

It has a wireless phone charger, a large touchscreen infotainment unit with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and front ventilated seats, to name a few. Furthermore, the Kia Seltos also boasts a single-pane sunroof, a cooled glove box, a sunglass holder, an air purifier, connected car technology, ambient lighting, etc.

 

Variants and Prices

The Korean carmaker sells the Kia Seltos in two broad trims: the Tech (HT) Line and the GT Line. The latter has GTX(O) and GTX+, while the former comprises HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, and HTX+. Then there is the top-of-the-line variant, the X-Line, exclusive to the GTX trim. There are nineteen variants in total. 

So, as for the pricing, the Seltos on-road price starts at Rs 12.21 lakh for the entry-level variant, the HTE 1.5, and goes up to Rs 22 lakh for the top-tier variant, the X-Line AT D. 

All prices are New Delhi prices as of October 2022. It is worth mentioning that these prices can vary from state-to-state, but you can always check the latest prices on the autoX website. 

Kia Sonet | Kia Sonet Price | Kia Sonet on-road price : The Segment-Leader

 The Kia Sonet is one of the bestselling Kia cars in India. The platform that the Sonet carries underneath is identical to cars like the Hyundai i20, Alcazar, Verna, and Venue. Furthermore, there are Kia cars built on the same chassis, such as the Seltos, Carens, and others. This chassis has the badge of the Hyundai-Kia K Platform.

Besides that, the Korean carmaker added a new variant, the X-Line, exclusive to the top-of-the-line trim, the GTX+. However, it is worth mentioning that the X-Line has no added features over the GTX+ variant. Additionally, this new variant has only turbo-petrol and diesel engines with automatic transmission(s).

So, if you are planning to buy this sub-four-metre SUV, you should know its offerings before making a purchase. Let's begin, then!

 

Under the Bonnet

As far as the Kia Sonet specifications are concerned, it has two options for petrol: a naturally aspirated (NA) and a turbo-petrol engine. The former gets a 1.2-litre NA unit that produces 83PS and 115Nm of torque. And the latter has a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that generates 120PS and 172Nm of torque. 

Then the third option comes with the 1.5-litre diesel engine that produces 100PS and 240Nm of torque. The diesel mill gives that much power with a manual gearbox. But if you opt for the automatic-diesel variant, it makes 115PS and 250Nm of torque, making it better for fuel economy.

 

With these available engine options, the Kia Sonet's mileage ranges between 18.2kmpl and 24.1kmpl. However, this car is available in manual, iMT, and automatic transmissions.

Please note that the mileage of cars will vary with road and traffic conditions. To check the Kia Sonet price, visit the autoX website.

 

Inside the Cabin

The Sonet has an array of offerings that will pamper you, be it comfort or entertainment features. This popular sub-four-metre vehicle won't let you feel any inadequacy. The top model of the Kia Sonet boasts a 10.25-inch Bose-sourced touchscreen infotainment unit that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Moreover, it also gets Kia-connected car technology with OTA updates and voice recognition by saying, "Hello, Kia."

Furthermore, if you forget to take the USB for charging your phone in your Kia Sonet, don't worry since this car has a wireless charger. 

Now, let's get to the driver's side. There is no doubt that the Sonet has always provided a plush interior, making it one of the bestselling vehicles in India. First, you'll see a leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel. Speaking of steering, it also gets steering-mounted controls through which you can control a few entertainment features and can enable cruise control. 

Secondly, you'll see a small digital instrument cluster flanked by analogue displays. Going further, the Kia Sonet features ventilated seats, an air purifier, a sunglass holder, and auto HVAC, to name a few.

 

Prices and Variants

This sub-four-metre SUV has six different trims: HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+, and GTX+. Furthermore, they total it up to twenty-three variants. There is an Anniversary Edition as well, which is available in the HTX trim. And not long ago, the top-of-the-line trim, the GTX+, also comprised the X-Line variant.

As of September 2022, the Kia Sonet on-road price starts at Rs 8.48 lakh for the base model, the HTE 1.2 MT, and it goes up to Rs 16.67 lakh for the top model, the X-Line 1.5 AT. 

Please note that these prices can vary from state to state and are later subject to change without prior notice to the customer. That is why autoX brings you the most up-to-date price list as per the region selected by you. For more automotive-related content, visit the autoX website or stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.