Question 1

Is the Kia Seltos a premium SUV?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is a premium 5-seater compact SUV with a sporty exterior design, a spacious and feature-loaded cabin and refined petrol and diesel engine options.

Question 2

What is the on-road price of the base variant of the Kia Seltos?

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The on-road price of the Kia Seltos entry-level variant in Delhi stands at Rs. 12.63 lakhs*.

Question 3

What is the on-road price of the top-spec variant of the Kia Seltos?

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The on-road price of the top-spec variant of the Kia Seltos in Delhi stands at Rs. 23.51 lakhs*.

Question 4

Is the Kia Seltos a good family SUV?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is a good family SUV considering its sporty exterior design, spacious interior, premium features, safety equipment and engine and gearbox options.

Question 5

Is the Kia Seltos a powerful SUV?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos offers enough performance for daily driving and highway cruising. The diesel engine provides ample torque required for demanding driving conditions, and the turbo-petrol engine offers enough kick for spirited driving.

Question 6

What are the available colour options for the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is available in the following colours.

Glacier White Pearl
Pewter Olive
Gravity Grey
Glacier White Pearl/Aurora Black Pearl
Imperial Blue
Sparkling Silver
Intense Red
Intense Red/Aurora Black Pearl
Aurora Black Pearl
Xclusive Matte Graphite
Clear White

Question 7

What is the main advantage of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The main advantages of the Kia Seltos are its engine/gearbox options, a spacious and feature-loaded cabin and advanced safety features.

Question 8

What is the main disadvantage of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The main disadvantage of the Kia Seltos is that the top-spec variants are on the expensive side.

Question 9

What is the expected mileage of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The SUV’s fuel economy figures range between 17 Km/l to 20.7 Km/l, depending on the engine and gearbox combination. Note that the mileage figures are as per the ARAI rating.

Question 10

What is the new engine option for the 2023 Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The 2023 Kia Seltos comes with a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine option that produces 160 PS and 250 Nm of torque. This engine is available with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Question 11

What is the boot space of the Kia Seltos?

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The boot space of the Kia Seltos is 447 litres.

Question 12

What is the ground clearance of the Kia Seltos?

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The ground clearance of the Kia Seltos is 190 mm.

Question 13

Is the Kia Seltos a good value for money?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is a good value for money, offering a long list of features, ample space, and a comfortable ride at a competitive price point.

Question 14

Is the Kia Seltos a 7-seater?

Accepted Answer

No, the Kia Seltos is a 5-seater SUV. It can seat 5 adults only. Kia does not offer a 7-seater variant of the Seltos.

Question 15

Is Seltos a luxury car?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is billed as a premium midsize SUV. It offers many premium features and technology, but at its price point, it does not qualify as a luxury SUV.

Question 16

Which engine is in the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos offers 3 powertrain options: 1.5 Petrol, 1.5 Turbo Petrol, and 1.5 Diesel engines, paired with manual and automatic transmission options.

Question 17

Is Kia Seltos successful?

Accepted Answer

Since its launch, the Kia Seltos has been a runaway success in India. It is among the highest-selling SUVs, with over 5 lakh unit sales, owing to its stylish design, feature-loaded interiors, and value-for-money pricing.

Question 18

What is the size of the infotainment system in the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos has a 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen infotainment system with connected car technology, among the largest screens in its segment.

Question 19

What is the top speed of Seltos?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the engine and transmission variant, Seltos's claimed top speed ranges between 170 km/h and 198 km/h. The 1.5 Turbo petrol DCT variant has the highest top speed.

Question 20

What is the mileage of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

According to ARAI certification, the Kia Seltos offers a mileage between 16.5 km/l and 21.4 km/l, depending on the specific variant. The diesel variants deliver the highest claimed fuel efficiency.

Question 21

What are the safety features of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The Seltos's key safety features include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, HAC, VSM Vehicle Stability Management, all-wheel disc brakes, rear parking sensors and cameras, and more.

Question 22

Does the Kia Seltos have cruise control?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the automatic and higher variants of the Kia Seltos come equipped with cruise control for effortless long-distance highway driving.

Question 23

Is Kia Seltos good for long drives?

Accepted Answer

The Seltos offers good comfort and stability for long drives. Its spacious cabin, adjustable driver seat, and multiple charging ports are vital reasons.

Question 24

What is the Kia Seltos' boot space?

Accepted Answer

There is ample cargo capacity in the Kia Seltos—433 litres, to be exact.

Question 25

How does the fuel tank capacity of the Seltos compare to that of competing models?

Accepted Answer

While both Seltos and Hyundai Creta have 50-litre fuel tanks, the Grand Vitara has a fuel tank capacity of 45 litres.

Question 26

What is the Seltos's ground clearance?

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The Kia Seltos has an incredible 190 mm of ground clearance.

Question 27

How long is the Seltos about the Hyundai Creta and MG Astor?

Accepted Answer

With a length of 4,365 mm, the Seltos is a little longer than the MG Astor.

Question 28

How wide is the Seltos?

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The Kia Seltos is 1,800 mm in width.

Question 29

In comparison to its competitors, how tall is the Seltos?

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With a height of 1,645 mm, the Seltos is positioned between the MG Astor and the Hyundai Creta.

Question 30

What is the real mileage of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

Seltos has a mileage range of 17 to 20.7 km/l. The fuel efficiency of the Automatic Petrol version is 17.9 km/l. The mileage of the manual petrol version is 17 km/l. The mileage of the Manual Diesel version is 20.7 km/l.

Question 31

Is Kia Seltos fuel efficient?

Accepted Answer

The mileage of the Kia Seltos ranges from 17 to 20.7 km/l. The Kia Seltos's fuel mileage falls between 17 and 17.9 km/l, while its diesel mileage falls between 19.1 and 20.7 km/l.

Question 32

How do I increase my Seltos mileage?

Accepted Answer

You may improve the mileage of Seltos by following these tips:
Service your car regularly
Be gentle on the throttle
Timely gear shifts
Avoid idling for a long period
Roll up the windows
Use coasting technique
Maintain correct tyre pressure
Drive light

Question 33

Which speed is good for mileage?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a steady pace within your car's sweet spot, normally between 80 and 90 km/h, is advised to maximise fuel economy. It is advised to accelerate gently and smoothly in stop-and-go traffic and avoid abrupt pauses and starts.

Question 34

Does driving slowly save fuel?

Accepted Answer

Lowering your speed may increase fuel efficiency by 7%–14%. Since cars expend the most energy when they accelerate, using cruise control on the highway can help drivers keep their speed consistent.

Question 35

Is the cost of repairing Kia Seltos' paint damage high?

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The cost of repairing Kia Seltos paint damage depends on the extent and type of damage. It will also depend on the method one is using to repair it.

Question 36

How can I protect the colour of my Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The best way to protect the colour of your car is by parking it in the shade and using a car cover as much as possible. Also, you must wash your vehicle regularly to get rid of the dirt, debris, and grime that may damage the car paint.

Question 37

Do the colour options for the Kia Seltos include both solid colours and dual-tone options?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the colour palette for the Kia Seltos typically includes a combination of solid colours and dual-tone options, allowing buyers to choose according to their preferences.

Question 38

Can the choice of colour affect the price of the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

Usually, all the colours of Kia Seltos are the same price.

Question 39

Is using protective film a smart way to protect the Kia Seltos colour?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a protective film can add an extra layer over the paint, minimising the damage while making the colour last long.

Question 40

What is the size of the infotainment system in the Kia Seltos?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos comes with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is quite large and great for entertainment.

Question 41

Does Kia Seltos have ESC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Seltos does come with Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and other safety features, such as hill assist control and vehicle stability management. These help make the SUV stable and safe to drive.

Question 42

Is Kia Seltos 5-seater or 7-seater?

Accepted Answer

The Kia Seltos is a 5-seater SUV with a spacious 433-litre boot capacity. With the rear seats folded down, the total cargo capacity is 1,391 litres, and there is ample room to carry luggage for a weekend getaway or a big grocery run.

Question 43

Is the Kia Seltos a 3-cylinder or 4-cylinder?

Accepted Answer

Kia Seltos has 4-cylinder engines.

Question 44

Does Kia Seltos have 6 airbags?

Accepted Answer

The fully loaded Kia Seltos X Line variant with the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine and dual-clutch automatic transmission has 6 airbags for enhanced safety.

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