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These 7 Pics Show The Stealthy Nature Of The Kia Sonet Facelift X-Line Variant

It now borrows styling and design inspiration from the brand new Kia Seltos X-Line variant with sage inexperienced touches for the cabin and fabric

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line

We not too long ago bought our first have a look at the facelifted Kia Sonet in its numerous feature-loaded variations. The carmaker has given it some beauty revisions in and out however has carried on with the identical variant ranges as earlier than. These embody the Tech (HT) Line, GT Line, and the X-Line (completed within the ‘Xclusive Matte Graphite’ shade). In this story, let’s take a look at the top-of-the-line X-Line variant  in detailed pictures:

Exterior

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line headlights and grille

The Sonet X-Line’s fascia is much like that of the Sonet GTX+. It has a extra shiny end for the black grille (that includes the identical silver inserts) and decrease air dam. The Sonet X-Line’s grille is flanked by the identical 3-piece LED headlights because the GTX+ variant whereas the LED DRLs stretch all the way down to the bumper, which additionally homes the modern LED fog lamps.

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line alloy wheel

The Sonet X-Line has one other bit in frequent with the GTX+, within the type of the 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. If you discover carefully, additionally, you will see that the physique aspect cladding’s inserts have a gloss black end whereas the GTX+ will get them in silver.

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line rear

Its again carries on with the newly carried out linked LED taillights, impressed by these of the brand new Seltos. While it already sports activities the ‘Sonet’ badge, this additionally will get a variant unique ‘X-Line’ insignia on the tailgate, and a black end for the skid plate.

Interior

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line cabin

Kia hasn’t made many adjustments to the cabin structure of the Sonet X-Line over the GTX+ variant, save for giving it a black and Sage Green theme, and leatherette upholstery, which is precisely the identical formulation used on the facelifted Seltos X-Line.

Being the range-topping variant, Kia has geared up it with new and premium options akin to a 4-way powered driver seat, a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, a 360-degree digital camera, and even superior driver help techniques (ADAS).

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line rear seats

Passengers seated on the again get options akin to AC vents, an armrest with cupholders, two Type-C USB ports, rear sunshades, 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, and ISOFIX baby seat mounts.

The Sonet X-Line is offered with solely the 1-litre turbo-petrol (120 PS/172 Nm) and the 1.5-litre diesel engine (116 PS/250 Nm) choices. With the X-Line variant, the previous can solely be had with the 7-speed DCT whereas the latter is barely supplied with the 6-speed automated gearbox.

Related: Decoding The Differences: New vs Old Kia Sonet

When Will It Go On Sale?

We suppose the facelifted Kia Sonet will probably be launched in January 2024. Kia may value it from Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). As the range-topping variant, the brand new Sonet X-Line may begin from over Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom). The up to date SUV will combat it out with the Mahindra XUV300, Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, in addition to the Maruti Fronx crossover.

Also Read: All The New Features That Debuted On A Kia In India In 2023

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Kia Seltos DCT vs Volkswagen Taigun DCT vs Skoda Kushaq DCT: Real-world Performance Comparison


Can the German duo match the performance of the slightly more powerful Kia Seltos? Let’s find out…

Volkswagen Taigun, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq

The Kia Seltos received a midlife refresh in July 2023, including the introduction of a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine in place of the previously available 1.4-litre turbo-petrol unit. With the Seltos now being the most powerful SUV in its segment, we decided to compare it against the other two performance-oriented compact SUVs – the Volkswagen Taigun and Skoda Kushaq – to see how they perform in a real-world performance test.

Disclaimer: We are only comparing the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol DCT variants of all three models here. 

Powertrains

Specifications

Kia Seltos 

Volkswagen Taigun 

Skoda Kushaq 

Engine

1.5 Turbo-petrol

1.5 Turbo-petrol

1.5 Turbo-petrol

Power

160 PS

150 PS

150 PS

Torque

253 Nm

250 Nm

250 Nm

Transmission

7-speed DCT

7-speed DCT

7-speed DCT

Kia Seltos

The table clearly shows that the Kia Seltos, equipped with its new turbo-petrol engine, is 10 PS more powerful than the compact SUV duo from VW and Skoda. Although the torque figures are nearly the same, the Seltos edges the Germans by 3 Nm. All three SUVs feature a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) paired with their turbo-petrol engine.

Also Check Out: Watch: Here’s How Using ADAS On The Kia EV6 Helps Increase The Range

Acceleration Test

Tests

Kia Seltos 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT

Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT

Skoda Kushaq 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT (Wet)

0-100 kmph

9.24 seconds

10.08 seconds

9.38 seconds

Quarter Mile

17.19 seconds at 135.15 kmph

17.37 seconds at 134.75 kmph

17 seconds at 137.56 kmph

Kickdown (20-80 kmph)

5.18 seconds

6.08 seconds

5.49 seconds

Volkswagen Taigun

In terms of the acceleration tests, all SUVs performed very closely, with less than a 1-second difference between each of them. The Seltos emerges as the quickest in the 0-100 kmph run, boasting a marginal lead of under 1 second each over the Taigun and the Kushaq. The Kushaq outpaced the others, completing a quarter mile around 0.5 seconds faster. It’s worth noting that the Skoda Kushaq was tested in wet conditions, unlike the other two SUVs.

Also Check Out: Volkswagen Taigun, Virtus Sound Editions Launched, Prices Start From Rs 15.52 Lakh

Braking Test

Tests

Kia Seltos 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT

Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT

Skoda Kushaq 1.5 Turbo-petrol DCT (Wet)

100-0 kmph

39.67 metres

38.80 metres

42.56 metres

80-0 kmph

23.92 metres

24.35 metres

22.37 metres

SKoda Kushaq

The Volkswagen Taigun demonstrated the best braking performance in the 0 to 100 kmph test, achieving a stopping distance of 38.80 metres, which is almost the same as the Seltos but nearly 4 metres less than the Kushaq’s stopping distance. However, in the 0 to 80 kmph braking test, the Kushaq outperformed the other two SUVs with a stopping distance of 22.37 metres.

The Kia Seltos in its top-spec trim gets 215/55 R18 alloy wheels, while both Taigun and Kushaq come with smaller 205/55 R17 alloy wheels.

Also Check Out: Honda Elevate Petrol CVT vs Maruti Grand Vitara AT: Real World Performance Comparison

Price Comparison

Kia Seltos

Volkswagen Taigun

Skoda Kushaq

Rs 19.18 lakh onwards

Rs 16.99 lakh onwards

Rs 16.98 lakh onwards

The 1.5-litre DCT variants of the Volkswagen Taigun and Skoda Kushaq are more affordable by almost Rs 2 lakh than those of the Kia Seltos. Which turbo-petrol DCT model would you choose between them? Let us know in the comments section below. You can also check out our comparison page for all three SUVs mentioned here for more details.

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Mahindra Scorpio N And Classic Outperform Hyundai Creta In October 2023 Compact SUV Sales

It was a strong growth month for the Kia Seltos as well which was the third best-selling compact SUV

Hyundai Creta, Mahindra Scorpio N, Mahindra Scorpio Classic

The festive sales of October 2023 were not as much of a boon as some carmakers expected and it reflects in the performance of the compact SUV segment, which experienced a month-on-month (MoM) improvement of a little over 5 percent. Among the gainers were the Mahindra Scorpio N and Mahindra Scorpio Classic, the duo’s collective tally surpassing even the Hyundai Creta. The model wise details for October 2023 are listed below:

Compact SUVs & crossovers
 

October 2023

September 2023

MoM Growth

Market share current(%)

Market share (% last year)

YoY mkt share (%)

Average sales (6 months)

Mahindra Scorpio

13578

11846

14.62

21.09

19.15

1.94

9975

Hyundai Creta

13077

12717

2.83

20.32

30.58

-10.26

13949

Kia Seltos

12362

10558

17.08

19.21

25.17

-5.96

7642

Maruti Grand Vitara

10834

11736

-7.68

16.83

20.73

-3.9

9956

Honda Elevate

4957

5685

-12.8

7.7

N.A.

N.A.

1418

Toyota Hyryder

3987

3804

4.81

6.19

243.1

-236.91

3307

Skoda Kushaq

2447

2260

8.27

3.8

4.35

-0.55

2174

Volkswagen Taigun

2219

1586

39.91

3.44

6.06

-2.62

1709

MG Astor

890

901

-1.22

1.38

4.56

-3.18

826

Total

64351

61093

5.33

        

Key Takeaways

  • As aforementioned, the sales data for the Mahindra Scorpio puts it at the top of the segment but those numbers include both versions of the SUV – Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic. It witnessed a MoM growth of nearly 15 percent and crossed the 13,000 unit sales mark.

  • The usual segment topper – Hyundai Creta – enjoyed comparatively stable sales for October 2023, also crossing the 13,000 unit sales mark. Its MoM sales grew by just under 3 percent.

  • Following the launch of the facelift, the demand for the Kia Seltos continues to grow as it retakes its podium spot on this list with over 12,000 units sold, far higher than its average monthly demand for the previous 6 months.

Related: Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos

  • Next and the only other compact SUV to enjoy a 5-figure monthly demand according to SIAM data is the Maruti Grand Vitara. However, its October 2023 figures witnessed a MoM drop of nearly 8 percent. Meanwhile, its non-identical twin, the Toyota Hyryder enjoyed a small MoM growth of just under 5 percent with nearly 4,000 units sold.

  • The fifth-best selling compact SUV of October 2023 was the relatively new entrant – the Honda Elevate. However, it too witness a drop in its MoM figures as the dropped below the 5,000 units mark.

  • Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun enjoyed similar sales for the previous month, but it was a big improvement for the latter with a MoM growth of nearly 40 percent. 

  • The MG Astor’s sales remained stable and low, still not crossing into the 1,000 monthly sales mark.

  • Upcoming Cars in India 2023

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Kia Seltos Turbo-petrol DCT Real-world Performance Comparison: New vs Old


The Seltos, with the bigger turbo-petrol engine, is quicker, but the old one is still ahead in the quarter-mile run

The 2023 Kia Seltos was launched earlier this year with a new design, a lot of new features, and a big change to its powertrain. The pre-facelift Seltos was offered with a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol unit, which, after the facelift, was replaced by a 1.5-litre turbo unit. We have tested the performance of both versions of the compact SUV with automatic transmissions, a 7-speed dual-clutch setup. But before you look at the results, have a glance at the engine specifications.

Different Turbo Engines

Specifications

2023 Kia Seltos

Pre-facelift Seltos

Engine

1.5-litre turbo-petrol

1.4-litre turbo-petrol

Transmission

6-speed iMT/ 7-speed DCT

6-speed manual/ 7-speed DCT

Power

160PS

140PS

Torque

253Nm

242Nm

The updated Seltos gets a bigger turbo-petrol engine option, along with an iMT instead of a manual transmission. However, the DCT option in theory is still the same, which is what we tested.

Also See: Kia Sonet Facelift Exterior Design Spied Undisguised As Images Surface Online

The new engine, which was first seen on the Kia Carens, makes 20PS more power and 11Nm more torque. Now let’s see how this additional performance translates to the real world for the 2023 Kia Seltos.

Performance: Acceleration

2023 Kia Seltos

Tests

2023 Kia Seltos

Pre-facelift Kia Seltos

0-100kmph

9.24 seconds

9.51 seconds

Quarter Mile

17.19 seconds at 135.15kmph

17.02 seconds at 135.44kmph

Kickdown (20-80kmph)

5.18 seconds

5.47 seconds

The new engine has made the Kia Seltos quicker. In the 0-100kmph sprint, and in the kickdown, the updated Seltos has proved to be faster than the previous version. However, the old Seltos with the 1.4-litre unit was quicker to complete the quarter mile.

Performance: Braking

Pre-facelift Kia Seltos

Tests

2023 Kia Seltos

Pre-facelift Kia Seltos

100-0kmph

39.67 metres

40.93 metres

80-0kmph

23.92 metres

25.51 metres

While coming to a sudden stop, from 100kmph, the difference in stopping distance between the two is just a little over 1 metre. For the 80kmph to 0 test, the same results were seen, where the new Seltos’ stopping distance came out to be shorter by over 1.5 metres. Both tested units came with disc brakes all around, but there is a difference in the tyres. The pre-facelift Seltos ran on 17-inch alloys wrapped in 215/60 rubber, while the updated SUV ran on 18-inch alloys wearing 215/55 tyres.

Also Read: Kia Will Make Global Quality EVs In India, To Also Set Up EV-exclusive Stores Here

It seems like the 2023 Seltos with the new engine performs better than the old one, while the older 1.4-litre engine only performed better in the quarter-mile run. It is also worth noting that the SUVs were not tested side-by-side.

Price Difference

Kia Seltos

Variants

2023 Kia Seltos

Pre-facelift Kia Seltos

Difference

X-Line Turbo DCT

Rs 20.30 lakh

Rs 18.70 lakh

+ Rs 1.6 lakh

* Prices are ex-showroom

We took the top-spec variant of both the new and old Kia Seltos for our tests. For the same X-Line DCT variant, the new Seltos asks you to shell out Rs 1.6 lakh more and offers better features, a new design and improved performance.

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Kia Will Make Global Quality EVs In India, To Also Set Up EV-Exclusive Stores Here

# Kia Will Make Global Quality EVs In India, To Also Set Up EV-Exclusive Stores Here

## The recently unveiled EV3 electric SUV concept could preview the new-gen Seltos and might even spawn its electric derivative, which might come to India

![Kia EVs](https://stimg.cardekho.com/images/cms/carnewsimages/editorimages/652939cb2bdab.jpg)

Kia recently celebrated its inaugural ‘Kia EV Day’ where it shared details about the [Kia EV5](https://www.cardekho.com/kia/ev5) as well as took the wraps off two freshly baked concepts: EV3 SUV and EV4 sedan. Included in the special day’s announcement were a couple of details that caught our attention: Kia’s global EV plan includes production in India for select markets, as well as new specialist showrooms. Let’s get into it in more detail.

## Kia’s Newest EV Range

![Kia EV4](https://stimg.cardekho.com/pwa/img/spacer3x2.png)

Kia has established it intends to cover a wide range of markets with its EV portfolio, as showcased by the [Kia EV6](https://www.cardekho.com/kia/ev6), [Kia EV9](https://www.cardekho.com/kia/ev9) and now the EV5. All three are based on the EV-specific E-GMP platform but come in different sizes and cater to different customer needs. While it has already introduced the EV6 and EV9 in most markets, the EV5, EV4 and EV3 will be launched soon after in a strategic manner.

Furthermore, the Kia EV day announcement stated “Strategically designed EV models tailored for emerging markets will be produced in India.” Presently, the only all-electric offering sold in India by the Korean brand is the Kia EV6 which arrives as a CBU import, and is quite pricey, starting at Rs 60.95 lakh (ex-showroom). However, with the right product, Kia could enter the mass-market EV spaces with offerings priced from around Rs 20-25 lakh by manufacturing it locally and as stated, scale up for exports to other emerging markets. We feel like one of the newly showcased EV concepts could be headed our way as part of that plan.

The carmaker also confirmed India on its list of markets where it plans to set up stores exclusively for EVs. This would put Kia among various others already working towards a similar customer experience strategy such as Tata.ev and perhaps Mahindra as well.

**Also Read**: [VinFast Planning To Enter Indian Market, Get To Know The Brand And Its Cars](https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/vinfast-planning-to-enter-indian-market-get-to-know-the-brand-and-its-cars-31563.htm)

## A Surprising Preview

When Kia took the covers off the EV3 SUV concept, we could not help but notice that it shared some similarities with the current [Kia Seltos](https://www.cardekho.com/kia/seltos). With the compact SUV having received a midlife makeover recently, the carmaker could utilise the EV3 as the basis for the new-generation Seltos in India, perhaps as an ICE (internal combustion engine) alternative to the new electric SUV itself. . Both get similar dimensions and the EV3 seems like a futuristic take on the current Seltos all around the exteriors.

**Also Read**: [These 11 Electric Cars In India Claim Ranges Of Over 500km!](https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/these-11-electric-cars-in-india-claim-ranges-of-over-500km-31508.htm)

## EVs For India

While [Kia has already confirmed its next EV with an RV body type for India by 2025](https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/kias-indiacentric-ev-to-be-ready-by-2025-29162.htm), we believe the EV3-derived Seltos EV could be the next in line. It will be the second electric car from the carmaker in our market, which could be aggressively priced at below Rs 30 lakh range (ex-showroom) while still being a premium offering. For now, the Kia EV6 is the only EV on sale in India with this badge, positioned as a sporty crossover and an alternative to the likes of the [Volvo XC40 Recharge](https://www.cardekho.com/volvo/xc40-recharge) and C40 Recharge.

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2023 Kia Seltos Diesel Base Variant HTE Detailed In 7 Pictures


The base-spec Kia Seltos comes with six airbags as standard, but it does not include an infotainment system

Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos underwent a comprehensive makeover in July 2023, and since its release, the SUV has garnered over 50,000 bookings. The Kia Seltos facelift offers a well-equipped package, whether it’s in terms of features, safety, or powertrain options. Among the various variants of the Kia Seltos, let’s take a closer look at what the base-spec diesel HTE trim, priced at Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), of this compact SUV has to offer.

The front fascia of the 2023 Kia Seltos HTE looks very similar to its higher-specced variants. It features a large tiger-nose grille and halogen projector headlights, while higher variants boast an LED setup. Kia does not offer fog lights with this specific variant of the Seltos, but it gets a silver skid plate, a common element on other more-equipped Tech Line trims.

Moving to the side, it becomes identifiable as a base variant Kia Seltos by its 16-inch steel wheels (with wheel covers), in contrast to the alloy wheels offered from the HTX variant onward. Additionally, the turn indicator is mounted on the side fender instead of on the ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors). It comes with body-colored door handles and side mirrors, while higher variants boast chrome-finished door handles and chrome garnish on the door cladding.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift Surpasses 50,000 Bookings In 2 Months, Gets Two New ADAS Variants This Festive Season

While this particular variant of the 2023 Kia Seltos doesn’t feature a full LED tail lamp setup, it maintains a connected design from the base option similar to those found on higher-specced models. The brake lights and turn indicators are halogen, and it also gets a shark-fin antenna. However, it lacks a rear defogger and rear wiper in this trim of the compact SUV.

Inside, this base-spec model offers an all-black dashboard with black upholstery and maintains its overall dashboard layout minus the displays. It also features a semi-digital driver’s display with a 4.2-inch MID, but it lacks an infotainment system. The AC controls are manual, but you do get one type-C USB charger at the front, along with a 12V power outlet. Other features on board the HTE variant of the 2023 Kia Seltos include a height-adjustable driver’s seat, adjustable front headrests and power windows for all four doors.

As seen in the picture, Kia is also offering its base-variant of the Seltos with rear AC vents and two type-C USB charging ports for rear passengers as well.

In terms of safety, the Seltos comes standard with six airbags, ABS with EBD, all-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability program, 3-point seat belts for all passengers, rear parking sensors and a tyre pressure monitoring system.

Powertrain On Offer

The Seltos HTE variant comes with two engine options: 1.5-litre petrol (115PS/144Nm) mated to a 6-speed manual, and a 1.5-litre diesel (116PS/250Nm) paired with a 6-speed iMT (manual without a clutch pedal). The better equipped variants of the Seltos petrol gets a CVT gearbox, while the diesel gets an optional 6-speed torque automatic transmission. Also, from HTK+ onwards, you also get the option of a 1.5-litre T-GDi (turbo-petrol) engine (160PS/253Nm), mated to either a 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed dual clutch transmission.

Price Range & Rivals

The 2023 Kia Seltos is priced from Rs 10.29 lakh to Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and MG Astor.

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Kia Seltos Facelift Registers Nearly 32,000 Bookings, Waiting Period Ranges Up To 3 Months


The higher-spec variants (HTX onwards) of the Kia Seltos have contributed a majority of the total bookings

Kia Seltos

  • Kia launched the updated Seltos in July 2023 in India.

  • The SUV got over 13,000 orders on the first day of opening its bookings.

  • Bookings for the new Pewter Olive colour account for nearly 19 percent of the total orders.

  • Its waiting period stands at up to two months in metro cities like New Delhi and Chennai.

  • The Seltos is priced from Rs 10.90 lakh to Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India).

The Kia Seltos facelift has amassed close to 32,000 bookings (31,716 to be precise) in the first month since the brand started taking orders for the updated SUV. It was reported earlier that the new Seltos had already garnered 13,424 bookings on the first day. For reference, the pre-facelift model had received more than 6,000 orders on the first day and had crossed the 50,000-bookings mark by October 2019.

…Wait, There’s More

Kia Seltos

Kia has revealed that nearly 55 percent of these total bookings have been registered for the higher-spec HTX variant onwards. The Korean carmaker has also shared that the SUV’s new India-exclusive Pewter Olive shade constitutes around 19 percent of the cumulative bookings.

Also See: Kia Sonet Facelift Caught On Camera For The First Time In India

What About Wait Times?

If you are located in metro cities like New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai, you will have to endure a waiting time of up to two months. Those in Mumbai can drive the SUV home immediately while those in Lucknow will have to endure the maximum wait of up to three months.

A Quick Recap Of The New Seltos

Kia Seltos dashboard

The Kia Seltos, with the midlife refresh, received various visual enhancements, including a redone front fascia and connected LED taillights. Inside, it now has a redesigned dashboard layout, with the highlight being the dual 10.25-inch screens (one for infotainment and the other for instrumentation).

Its equipment list has also expanded, with additions such as a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, and wireless phone charging. Safety features on board include six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, a 360-degree camera, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The Seltos is still available with a range of engine-gearbox combinations, which are as follows:

Kia Seltos engine

Specification

1.5-litre N.A. Petrol

1.5-litre Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre Diesel

Power

115PS

160PS

116PS

Torque

144Nm

253Nm

250Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT, CVT

6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT

6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT

Kia sells the Seltos with a price range of Rs 10.90 lakh to Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India). It competes against the Hyundai Creta, Toyota Hyryder, MG Astor, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, VW Taigun, and the upcoming Honda Elevate and Citroen C3 Aircross.

Related: 5 Things We Learned From Driving The Kia Seltos Facelift

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Watch: Is The 2023 Kia Seltos X-Line Worth Its Premium Over The GT Line?


The jump from GT Line to X-Line asks for a premium of Rs 20,000

2023 Kia Seltos X-Line

The 2023 Kia Seltos facelift is available in three main trims: Tech Line, GT Line, and X-Line. The GT Line and X-Line variants are loaded with features, with the X-Line requiring an additional Rs 20,000. Let’s find out what you get for that premium:

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Matte Black All-Around

2023 Kia Seltos X-Line

The standout feature of the X-Line variant is its matte black exterior and the replacement of chrome elements in the GT Line with gloss black elements. Getting these changes done with the same level of quality from the aftermarket would be expensive.

Different Cabin Theme

2023 Kia Seltos X-Line Sage Green Cabin

There are also changes in the cabin. The GT-Line has an all-black cabin with hints of white on the upholstery, while the X-Line features a black and sage green cabin theme that complements the exterior matte finish.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift vs Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq & Others: Price Comparison

Features and Safety

2023 Kia Seltos X-Line Dashboard

Both the GT Line and X-Line come with the same set of features, including dual 10.25-inch displays (touchscreen infotainment and digital driver’s display), dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and ADAS features like adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, front collision warning, and automatic emergency braking.

Also Read: Here’s How Fuel Efficient The Facelifted Kia Seltos Is

The only additional feature that the X-Line offers over the GT Line is an 8-inch heads-up display.

Price & Rivals

2023 Kia Seltos X-Line

The facelifted Kia Seltos is priced between Rs 10.90 lakh and Rs 20 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom) and competes with the Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Grand Vitara, and Toyota Hyryder. It will also rival upcoming models like the Honda Elevate and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Car News That Mattered This Week (July 17-21): New Launch And Updates, Price Hikes, Spy Shots And More


The past week witnessed the launch of the Kia Seltos facelift, while Tata also hiked the prices of its internal combustion engine (ICE) models.

Last week, Kia announced the prices of its facelifted compact SUV, while Maruti made some feature revisions to the Brezza and Grand Vitara. During the same period, Tata introduced a new variant of its premium hatchback, while a new Citroen model’s test mule was also caught on camera for the first time. Let’s take a look at all the important highlights of the week.

Kia Seltos Facelift Launched

2023 Kia Seltos

The Korean carmaker launched the Seltos facelift in India. The refreshed compact SUV sports comprehensive changes inside and out, while being equipped with more safety tech. We have also detailed the difference between the 2023 Seltos and its previous iteration, and compared its prices with those of its segment rivals.

Maruti Brezza And Grand Vitara Feature Updates

Maruti has rejigged some features of its subcompact SUV, the Brezza. Its CNG variant now misses out on some safety features. Also, the strong-hybrid variants of the Maruti Grand Vitara now get a pedestrian alert system known as acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS).

Tata Cars Become Dearer

Tata Safari, Nexon and Tiago

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Kia Seltos Facelift vs Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq And Others: Price Comparison

With the facelift, the Kia Seltos has become one of the most equipped offerings in its segment, thus climbing up the price ladder by a big margin over its rivals

Kia Seltos vs rivals

The Kia Seltos facelift has been launched in India, and is being offered in three broad variant lines: Tech (HT) Line, GT Line and X-Line. With the midlife refresh, the compact SUV has become more premium and is the most powerful model in its segment (thanks to the new turbo-petrol engine).

Let’s see how the prices of Kia’s updated compact SUV compare against its segment rivals:

Petrol-manual

2023 Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

Maruti Grand Vitara

Toyota Hyryder

Skoda Kushaq

Volkswagen Taigun

MG Astor

HTE – Rs 10.89 lakh

E – Rs 10.87 lakh

Sigma – Rs 10.70 lakh

E – Rs 10.86 lakh

Style – Rs 10.81 lakh

HTK – Rs 12.09 lakh

EX – Rs 11.81 lakh

Delta – Rs 12.10 lakh

Active 1L – Rs 11.59 lakh

Comfortline 1L – Rs 11.62 lakh

S – Rs 12.61 lakh

Onyx Edition 1L – Rs 12.39 lakh

Super – Rs 12.51 lakh

HTK+ – Rs 13.49 lakh

S – Rs 13.05 lakh

Ambition 1L – Rs 13.34 lakh

S+ Knight – Rs 13.96 lakh

Highline 1L – Rs 13.70 lakh

SX Executive – Rs 13.99 lakh

Zeta – Rs 13.91 lakh

Smart – Rs 14.20 lakh

G – Rs 14.49 lakh

HTK+ iMT – Rs 14.99 lakh

SX – Rs 14.81 lakh

HTX – Rs 15.19 lakh

Ambition 1.5L – Rs 14.99 lakh

Sharp Ivory – Rs 15.14 lakh/ Sharp Sangria – Rs 15.24 lakh

Alpha – Rs 15.41 lakh

Style NSR 1L – Rs 15.59 lakh

Style 1L – Rs 15.79 lakh

Topline 1L – Rs 15.84 lakh

V – Rs 16.04 lakh

Matte Edition 1L – Rs 16.19 lakh

GT 1.5L – Rs 16.26 lakh

Alpha AWD – Rs 16.91 lakh

Monte Carlo 1L – Rs 16.49 lakh

V AWD – Rs 17.34 lakh

Style 1.5L – Rs 17.79 lakh

GT+ 1.5L – Rs 17.80 lakh

Style 1.5L Lava Edition – Rs 17.99 lakh

GT+ Edge 1.5L – Rs 18 lakh

HTX+ iMT – Rs 18.29 lakh

Matte Edition 1.5L – Rs 18.19 lakh

GT+ Edge Matte 1.5L – Rs 18.20 lakh

Monte Carlo 1.5L – Rs 18.49 lakh

2023 Kia Seltos

  • The Kia Seltos facelift’s starting price is on par with those of its prime rivals. While it’s only the Maruti Grand Vitara whose starting price undercuts that of the new Seltos, the Skoda Kushaq-Volkswagen Taigun duo has the highest entry point of over Rs 11.50 lakh.

  • Five of the seven compact SUVs mentioned above – save for the German duo – get a 1.5-litre petrol engine, with both manual and automatic options.

2023 Kia Seltos turbo-petrol engine

  • The facelifted Kia Seltos is the only compact SUV to provide an option of a 6-speed iMT (clutchless manual) with its new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. At 160PS/253Nm, the new Seltos is the most powerful and torquiest SUV in its class.

Volkswagen Taigun

  • It’s only the Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun that get a 6-speed manual gearbox option with both their 1-litre and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines.

  • If it’s a CNG powertrain that you desire, your options are limited to the Maruti and Toyota SUVs in this segment. They are also the only SUVs here to come with the option of an all-wheel drivetrain (AWD) with their top-spec manual variants.

  • At Rs 18.29 lakh, the new Seltos has one of the costliest range-topping petrol-manual variants on offer thanks to the premium features such as a 10.25-inch digital driver display, 8-way powered driver seat and seat ventilation.

MG Astor

Petrol-auto

2023 Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

Maruti Grand Vitara

Toyota Hyryder

Skoda Kushaq

Volkswagen Taigun

MG Astor

Delta AT – Rs 13.60 lakh

S AT – Rs 13.81 lakh

Super CVT – Rs 13.93 lakh

Ambition 1L AT – Rs 15.14 lakh

Highline 1L AT – Rs 15.20 lakh

Zeta AT – Rs 15.41 lakh

G AT – Rs 15.69 lakh

Smart CVT – Rs 15.49 lakh

HTX CVT – Rs 16.59 lakh

SX CVT – Rs 16.32 lakh

Sharp Ivory CVT – Rs 16.13 lakh/ Sharp Sangria CVT – Rs 16.23 lakh

Alpha AT – Rs 16.91 lakh

Ambition 1.5L DSG – Rs 16.79 lakh

GT 1.5L DSG – Rs 16.80 lakh

Savvy Ivory CVT – Rs 16.99 lakh/ Savvy Sangria CVT – Rs 17.09 lakh

SX (O) CVT – Rs 17.53 lakh

V AT – Rs 17.24 lakh

Style 1L AT – Rs 17.39 lakh

Topline 1L AT – Rs 17.35 lakh

Smart AT = Rs 17.10 lakh

SX (O) Knight CVT – Rs 17.70 lakh

Matte Edition 1L AT – Rs 17.79 lakh

Sharp Ivory AT – Rs 17.95 lakh

Savvy Ivory AT – Rs 17.95 lakh

Monte Carlo 1L AT – Rs 18.09 lakh

Sharp Sangria AT – Rs 18.05 lakh

Style 1.5L DSG – Rs 18.99 lakh

GT+ 1.5L DSG (ventilated seats) – Rs 19.06 lakh

Savvy Sangria AT – Rs 18.68 lakh

HTX+ Turbo DCT – Rs 19.19 lakh

Style 1.5L Lava Edition – Rs 19.19 lakh

GT+ Edge 1.5L DSG – Rs 19.26 lakh

Matte Edition 1.5L DSG – Rs 19.39 lakh

GT+ Edge Matte 1.5L DSG – Rs 19.46 lakh

GTX+ Turbo DCT – Rs 19.79 lakh

Monte Carlo DSG – Rs 19.69 lakh

X-Line Turbo DCT – Rs 19.99 lakh

  • The facelifted Seltos’s automatic range now has the highest entry-point in its segment by up to Rs 3 lakh.

  • It’s the automatic variants of the Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder and MG Astor that are most affordable, with their starting price falling under Rs 14 lakh.

  • Among all the SUVs here, it’s only the Seltos, Creta and Astor that get a CVT option (an 8-step unit is offered with the MG SUV).

Maruti Grand Vitara

  • The two pairs of the Grand Vitara-Hyryder and Kushaq-Taigun come with a 6-speed torque converter automatic, although it’s limited to the smaller 1-litre turbo-petrol unit of the German SUVs.

  • Kia, Skoda and Volkswagen are the only carmakers here to provide a 7-speed DCT gearbox with their 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines.

  • Although MG’s turbo-petrol engine is the smallest here (1.3-litre unit), it only comes with a 6-speed automatic gearbox option.

  • The Seltos has the costliest automatic variants here in the form of the GTX+ and X-Line priced at Rs 19.79 lakh and Rs 19.99 lakh, respectively. But for that premium, you get advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), which is otherwise only available with the MG Astor’s Savvy variants which are more affordable by up to Rs 3 lakh.

Hyundai Creta

  • The Hyundai Creta, for now, doesn’t get a choice of the turbo unit seen on the facelifted Seltos but it will be on offer with the launch of the Creta facelift expected next year.

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Diesel-manual

2023 Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

HTE – Rs 11.99 lakh

E – Rs 11.96 lakh

HTK – Rs 13.59 lakh

EX – Rs 13.24 lakh

HTK+ – Rs 14.99 lakh

S – Rs 14.51 lakh

SX Executive – Rs 15.43 lakh

S+ Knight – Rs 15.47 lakh

HTX – Rs 16.69 lakh

SX – Rs 16.31 lakh

SX (O) – Rs 17.59 lakh

HTX+ – Rs 18.29 lakh

Hyundai-Kia's 1.5-litre diesel engine

  • It’s only the Seltos and the Creta that continue to offer a diesel powertrain option in the compact SUV space.

  • While both the Korean SUVs share the 1.5-litre diesel unit, the Seltos gets a 6-speed iMT gearbox whereas the Creta comes with a 6-speed manual transmission.

  • Between the two, it’s the Creta that has a wider diesel-manual variant lineup with their prices undercutting those of the Seltos facelift, with the difference between their respective range-topping variants being of Rs 70,000.

Diesel-auto vs Strong-hybrids

2023 Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

Maruti Grand Vitara

Toyota Hyryder

S – Rs 16.46 lakh

HTX AT – Rs 18.19 lakh

Zeta+ – Rs 18.29 lakh

G – Rs 18.49 lakh

SX (O) AT – Rs 19 lakh

SX (O) Knight AT – Rs 19.20 lakh

GTX+ AT – Rs 19.79 lakh

Alpha+ – Rs 19.79 lakh

X-Line AT – Rs 19.99 lakh

V – Rs 19.99 lakh

  • The Seltos shares its 1.5-litre diesel engine with its Hyundai sibling, the Creta. However, between the two, it’s the Kia SUV that has an additional variant on offer.

Toyota Hyryder

  • While the Maruti Grand Vitara and Toyota Hyryder’s strong-hybrid variants are priced similar to the diesel-auto variants of the Seltos-Creta duo, the Hyryder hybrid is the most affordable among the lot by a little over Rs 2.50 lakh.

  • Prices of the top-spec Seltos diesel-auto and Hyryder hybrid variants are tied at just under Rs 20 lakh.

Note: Almost all SUVs mentioned above can be had with a dual-tone paint option with some of their variants for a premium, which could effectively bring down their entry-level price points. For example, in the case you opt for the Creta’s S+ DCT dual-tone (DT) variant, its starting price drops down to Rs 15.79 lakh.

All prices ex-showroom Delhi

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