kia selto on road price bangalore showrooms starts at 10,89,900 while the on road price of Seltos starts at Rs. 14.04 Lakh . If you are looking for the feature rich top model which is priced at Rs. 20.29 Lakh in Bangalore has on road price of Rs. 25.82 Lakh. Interested in automatic variants for a smooth driving experience in city traffic, the on road price of Seltos Automatic variants starts at Rs. 15.54 Lakh in Bangalore.
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If you want to explore more cars in same price range then Hyundai Creta(Rs. 10.99 Lakh) & Kia Sonet(Rs. 10.99 Lakh) should also be on your research list.

Kia Seltos Car Specifications:

The KIA Seltos – the drive, tech and pricing reveal

Drive (1.5 Diesel Manual)

I got the GT line Diesel Manual (115bhp, 250Nm) version. It was a keyless startstopentry model so settling was comfortable. The powered driver seat was comfortable to change positions until an optimal driving position was available. It takes a while getting used to but along with this and a tilt and telescopic steering – in a few seconds I was comfortable enough.

Engine

The engine itself is extremely silent both on the inside and outside and once you are in the car with windows closed, you would barely heat the engine. It is astonishing as to how silent this engine is if you compare it to say the 1.3 MJD in Ciaz. No gruff noise, no fuss, nothing. Just purrs.

Heads up display

KIA offers you a heads up display which indicates speed and navigation details just beyond the steering. The display kind of merges with the road when you drive and its least intrusive. I felt the colours and fonts used in the display were brilliant and is helpful to the driver. However it can perhaps show many more things like mirroring a google map in actuals, or gear information, etc. Just the speed and road names as you drive is not so useful for a seasoned driver.

Sun roof and ventilated seats

The kia selto on road price bangalore showroom guy did open the sun roof and it is like any other car. The usual sun roof nothing much to say actually. What I felt more good was about the ventilated seats in the GT version. Imagine having parked your car in a scorching place and your seats are hot, the ventilation option blows cool air on your bottoms keeping them calm. This would prevent a lot of sweat on long runs and is generally a good to have feature.

Drive

I took a route that did not have patchy roads save for a few broken areas. It was mostly a well tarred section of the outer ring road. It is easy to slot the gear into any level you need to. Except for the second gear where a bit of acceleration was needed, in other gears the car just pulled fine. Engine is smooth at all speeds and you can barely hear it.

The car also feels confident to handle and is particularly also safe inside. You can quickly accelerate to get away from the mad rush or just amble along in any gear smoothly. The car has both the behaviours. Passiveness or aggressiveness.

Kia Seltos Mileage

If anything decides the drivability of the manual versions, it’s always the combination of gear, clutch, engine power and torque. And here while the gear and power are fine, the torque is not so forthcoming and car needs to be accelerated a bit. This is surprising since the torque on offer is 250Nm and even with turbo lag any diesel car will show some intention to move forward from low speeds.

Coming to the clutch

Only one word – annoying. It is rubbery and has pushback each time you press it. This is not great for relaxed driving as it makes you lift your left leg often from its intended position. Maybe over use it will become subdued but it is a huge deal breaker for me. It can mean life and death on choked roads of Bangalore. I felt that the clutch was jumpy even in the Tata Harrier and with a 2.0 engine you can imagine how much inconsistency it will generate on the roads.

The reverse gear slot switch is another annoyance. Maybe I am biased. But let me tell you my story. I was driving a Ciaz until July and an automatic BRV from then on until now. In the automatic, there is a button below the gear knob to move from P to N to S to D to R modes. Now in the KIA they have given the same button to move to R mode. The disturbing part about this is it can be easily activated by a button press. Very easily. So if you are in forward gears and by mistake you press this and slot to R instead of 1, imagine the disaster on the roads.

I am hoping the automatic version would be a lot better to drive with the diesel and since they did not have it yet for the test drive, I cannot say for sure yet. I am hoping to drive it sometime in the near future.

Features of Kia Seltos

The facelifted Seltos features a new fully digital driver’s display connected to the 10.25-inch infotainment system. Toys like a Bose sound system, automatic climate control, an air purifier, ambient lighting, cruise control, and ventilated front seats have been retained, while new features like a panoramic sunroof and dual-zone climate control have been added. Safety is taken care of with multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), front and rear parking sensors, and electronic stability control. It also gets a few ADAS features, including forward, rear and blind-spot collision avoidance assist.

Kia Seltos Engine

The facelifted Kia Seltos is powered by the current model’s 116PS/144Nm 1.5-litre petrol and 115PS/250Nm 1.5-litre diesel engines. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and CVT for the 1.5-litre petrol, while a 6-speed AT torque converter and iMT is offered for the 1.5-litre diesel unit. A new 160PS/230Nm 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is also offered and can be paired to either a 6-speed iMT or a 7-speed DCT. The NA petrol engine returns a claimed 17kmpl with the manual and 17.7kmpl with the CVT unit. Kia claims that the turbo-petrol unit has a fuel efficiency of 17.7kmpl with the iMT and 17.9kmpl with the DCT. As for the diesel engine, Kia claims 20.7kmpl with the iMT and 19.1kmpl with the automatic transmission.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Upmarket cabin experience with soft-touch elements and dual 10.25-inch displays.
• Some features from segments above, including panoramic sunroof, ADAS and dual-zone climate control.
• Multiple engine options including a diesel with both manual and automatic options.
• Segment-leading 1-5-litre turbo-petrol engine with 160PS
• Aggressive looks with attractive lighting elements.

Cons

• Crash test is still pending, but is expected to be less than the 5 stars of Kushaq and Taigun.
• Shallow boot limits the practicality of the space.

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Conclusion

The Kia Seltos stands out as a compelling choice in the crowded SUV market, particularly in Bangalore. Offering a range of variants catering to diverse preferences and budgets, its automatic variants provide a smooth driving experience ideal for city traffic. Boasting a refined engine, comfortable interiors, and a host of advanced features including ventilated seats and a heads-up display, the Seltos delivers on both comfort and technology fronts. However, there are some drawbacks such as the clutch and reverse gear button which may detract from the driving experience, especially in manual variants. Nevertheless, with its attractive design, array of engine options, and competitive pricing, the Seltos emerges as a strong contender, offering a blend of style, performance, and practicality for discerning buyers in Bangalore’s bustling urban landscape.