Kia Seltos Safety Rating

Kia Seltos: An Evaluation of Safety

The Kia Seltos has been evaluated by Global NCAP, achieving a 3-star rating for adult occupant protection and a 2-star rating for child occupant protection. This assessment was part of Global NCAP’s ‘Safer Cars for India’ program, providing consumers with insights into the safety performance of their vehicles.

The Ratings Explained

Scoring 8.03 out of a maximum of 17.00 for adult protection and 15.00 out of 49.00 for child protection, the Seltos reflects a fair level of occupant safety, with various safety features contributing to these scores.

Adult and Child Occupant Protection

The adult occupant protection rating was based on the frontal offset crash test, which examines the impact on the driver and front passenger. The Seltos provided adequate protection to the adult occupants’ head, neck, and body regions, while the child occupant protection rating indicates the need for improved safety features for younger passengers.

Safety Assist Technologies

- ABS: Prevents wheel lock during emergency braking, offering better control.

- EBD: Balances braking force between the front and rear wheels according to load conditions.

- Side Airbags: Offer additional protection against side-impact collisions.

Additional Safety Features

In Summary

Despite the moderate Global NCAP ratings, the Seltos incorporates a substantial suite of safety features aimed at protecting occupants. Kia’s efforts to balance safety with design and functionality in the Seltos are evident, and there is a scope for enhancement, particularly in child occupant protection, to achieve higher safety ratings in the future. As the market evolves and safety becomes an increasingly decisive factor for consumers, it is anticipated that Kia will continue to improve the safety standards of its vehicles.