Upon the recent unveiling of the all-new Kia Seltos, News 24 had the chance to witness the new iteration in the KIA family up close and take it out for a spin. Here is our first drive review video that will showcase every facet of the vehicle closely, along with a detailed analysis.
Since KIA has now streamlined and enhanced every facet of the new SUV, consider the new-gen variants to be nothing like the old-gen models. Up front, you get an all-new face with an aggressive grille and an all-new headlight layout. Continuing to the side profile, the Seltos has a high-rise C-pillar and a floating roofline. Some of the new features that stand out include the flush door handles and new rear LED tail lamps.
The interior has now been enhanced with a slew of soft-touch panels, with air conditioning panels built into the dashboard. To get a better idea of what’s on offer, watch our video.
Will it be launched in Hybrid?
To get a better idea of when the new Kia Seltos might be launched in its hybrid avatar, watch this video of ours as well. Here, we discuss the possibility of the Seltos gaining a hybrid powertrain soon. This interview with Atul Sood, Sr. VP, KIA India, will also give you an insight into the ambitions that KIA seeks to serve with the all-new Seltos, why the brand thought it was necessary to manufacture the car on a new K3 platform, and details about safety and ride quality. Atul Sood Sr.VP KIA India takes you through how the needs of the clientele for the Seltos brand has changed over the years since its launch in the year 2019.
Specs and Performance
| Engine Type | Power (PS) | Torque (Nm) | Transmission Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L NA Petrol | 115 | 144 | Not specified |
| 1.5L Turbo Petrol | 160 | 253 | 7-speed DCT |
| 1.5L Diesel | 116 | 250 | AT / MT |
