Kia India launched the updated Seltos on July 21, while bookings for the same commenced on July 14, 2023.
Interestingly, the top variants (HTX onwards) of the new Seltos accounted for a significant 77% of total bookings. Moreover, 47% of all bookings were for variants equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), while 40% of consumers opted for diesel variants.
Kia India reported a milestone of 4,00,000 domestic sales this month, along with a total of 5,47,000 Seltos sales, including exports since its launch.
Key features of the 2023 Kia Seltos include a larger Tiger-nose grille, updated bumpers, 18-inch crystal-cut alloy wheels (17-inch units on the TechLine models), redesigned light clusters, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof with dual glass panels, dual-zone climate control, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, and a digital 10.25-inch cluster.
Regarding powertrain options, buyers can choose from three engines. The lineup includes a 1.5-litre petrol engine available with a 6-speed manual or a CVT, a 1.5-litre diesel engine offered with a 6-speed iMT or a 6-speed automatic, and a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine that can be paired with a 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed DCT transmission.