2021 Kia Seltos launched in India at Rs. 9.95 lakh
South Korean automaker Kia Motors has launched its updated Seltos SUV in India at a starting price of Rs. 9.95 lakh. The four-wheeler retains the design of the outgoing model while sporting the company's new logo and some additional features inside the cabin. The company has also introduced a new GTX(O) Turbo trim which is only available with a manual gearbox.
The Seltos has a blacked-out grille with chrome surrounds,
The 2021 Kia Seltos is now offered in HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+, GTX(O), and GTX+ variants. It features an aggressive design, including a blacked-out grille with chrome surrounds, silvered skid plates, sleek headlamps, and the company's new logo on the bonnet. On the sides, the car is flanked by roof rails, black B-pillars, dual-tone ORVMs, and designer wheels.
The SUV comes with three engine choices
The 2021 Kia Seltos is offered with three BS6-compliant engine options: a 115hp, 1.5-liter petrol; a 140hp, 1.4-liter turbo-petrol; and a 115hp, 1.5-liter diesel unit. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed iMT, a 6-speed automatic, and a 7-speed DCT gearbox.
It boasts of an 8.0-inch touchscreen console
The 2021 Kia Seltos offers an upmarket cabin with new fabric/leatherette upholstery (depending upon the variants), automatic climate control, a sunroof, a multifunctional steering wheel, and an air purifier with 'virus and bacteria' protection. It also houses a 10.25-inch touchscreen console with support for UVO connected car technology. For safety, the vehicle has brake assist, hill-start assist control, and multiple airbags.
2021 Kia Seltos: Pricing
In India, the 2021 Kia Seltos starts at Rs. 9.95 lakh for the base HTE variant and goes up to Rs. 17.65 lakh for the top-end GTX+ automatic model (both prices, ex-showroom).