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In the current SUV-dominated market, Kia recently made a major addition by launching the new-gen Seltos. However, with India being a value-conscious market, it might be a little difficult to choose the right variant of the Seltos. So, to make it easier for you, here’s what we believe is the most value for money variant that you should consider!
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Which Kia Seltos Variant Should You Buy?

After a detailed comparison of all the variants the Seltos has to offer, we think that the HTX is the most value for money variant for you. Placed right in the middle of the variant line-up, it brings many high-end features that most buyers actually use on a daily basis, making it an ideal choice for families and urban SUV buyers. Here’s why we think so.

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What Does it Offer?

The Seltos sits between the price range of Rs 18.50 lakh to Rs 22.26 lakh (on-road Mumbai). The following are some key highlight features that the Seltos HTX offers that make it worth every penny.

• LED headlights with daytime running lamps
• Push button start/stop
• Connected LED tail-lamps
• Rear view camera
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Panoramic sunroof
• Front ventilated seats (automatic variants)
• 8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat (automatic variants)
• 12.3-inch infotainment system
• 12-inch Fully digital driver’s display
• 5-inch HVAC touchscreen
• Auto-dimming IRVM
• Autofold ORVMs
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• 8-speaker Bose premium sound system
• Wireless charging pad
• Cruise control
• Six airbags with ABS, ESC and hill-start assist
• Electronic Parking Brake

For buyers seeking more advanced safety features, they can opt for the HTX (A) variant, priced between Rs 19.78 lakh and Rs 23.57 lakh (on-road Mumbai). The following are some extra features that the HTX (A) offers that make it worth spending the extra money.

• Level-2 ADAS
• 360-degree camera
• 2 side parking sensors
• Smart cruise control with stop and go (automatic only)
• Parking collision avoidance assist (automatic only)
• Reverse parking collision avoidance assist (automatic only)
• 12.3-inch driver’s display

Besides the main highlights, the cabin feels super premium with leatherette seats, ambient lighting, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. In terms of daily convenience, you get smart key access, rear AC vents, rear sunshades, Type-C charging ports, and 60:40 split rear seats with a centre armrest.

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Powertrain

Under the hood, you can choose from three engine options – 

• 1.5-litre NA Petrol engine (113bhp & 144Nm torque), paired with 6-speed MT/CVT transmission.
• 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine (158bhp & 253Nm torque), paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission.
• 1.5-litre diesel engine (114bhp & 250Nm torque), paired with a 6-speed MT/AT transmission.

You basically get the best engine pairing options, one of which is the Petrol+CVT. However, it is important to note that the 6-speed iMT transmission is only offered on the HTK(O) trim.