Kia Seltos

[TheUninvited]

I like the design better than the Soul.

[Walter]

I would sure like to see the looks on the faces of BMW and Merc drivers as one passes them on the SCTEX though.

They won't really care ...

[Walter]

Kia Seltos has good ground clearance ... 190 mm ... It's competitors have around 170 mm only ...

[Bon23]

UPDATE: Finally saw the new SELTOS in the metal * Ayala Mall Nuvali, Sta Rosa Laguna over the weekend.

First impressions - a bit smaller than how I imagined it would be but totally good-looking crossover.

Here are some info I got from my brief inspection if the car and quick chat with the agent (I was there for a concert which was already about to start).

- All variants coming in will carry the 2.0L Nu Atkinson Gasoline Engine.
- Arrival of the top of the line - GT Line (phun intended) with diesel engine may or may not happen due to pricing concerns which I will clarify in a bit below.
- For now only 3 trims are available with some details as emailed by agent:

LX (Base/Entry Model) 1,098,000
17" Alloy wheels
8* touchscreen audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Rear View Camera
Halogen headlamps
Electric adjust side view mirrors
Fabric seats
Multifunction steering wheel
Keyless entry
Multifunction Display
Driver and Fr. Passenger Airbags
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
6 Speakers
Bluetooth & USB connectivity
Manual Air-conditioning

"EX (advantage)" 1,198,000
LED tail lights
Beltline satin finish
LED DRL, LED position lamps (front grille)
Radiator grille chrome trim
Front fog lamps
Side turn lamps at mirrors
Roof rail
Cruise control
Fabric+leatherette seats

"SX (advantage)" 1,498,000
LED headlamps, fog lamps
LED tail lights
Beltline satin finish
Front side + curtain airbags
Electronic stability control (ESC/ESP)
Smart Entry
Auto Climate Conditioning
Chrome door inside handle
Leather steering wheel and gear knob
Leatherette sliding console box
Rear parking sensor
Engine immobilizer

And yes no panoramic sunroof even for the SX trim. But ALL variants will sport the same tires / rims of the top model GT LINE - as seen in attached photo (and as sales guy said)

Colors may vary depending on stock but what was on display was the yellow gold color if Im not mistaken

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Again, its a great looking crossover but the 1.5M price tag tho maybe due to the 2.0 engine, may seem a bit too steep a price tag personally speaking.

But if you DO have the money to burn, I think it will still be worth it.

[fireice2]

I would get the LX trim. And introduce aftermarket upgrades to improve lighting, infotainment and other interior details.

I would probably be spending around 100 to 150k worth of upgrades. Still cheaper than getting the EX and SX trims.

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[bloowolf]

Gearbox problem in Kia Seltos DCT | Team-BHP



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[xelajunatas]

I visited KIA Sta. Rosa and KIA Mandaluyong jut recently. I found out that all variants here in the Philippines have Intelligent Variable Transmission. I am just a new driver and this will be my first buy so I want to ask from the experienced does this mean that these variants in the Philippines were not included or exempted from the gearbox problem as reported above?

[istan]

Tama. Cvt dito

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[number001]

Hope Ayala will consider bringing in variants equipped with diesel engine. India got the 1.5 L U-Line (D4FA) CRDi.

Of course their problem is going to be how to price the diesel variant.

Any idea if the local units are imported from Korea? Or India?

[xelajunatas]

I just finished test driving the Seltos mid trim. Masyadong light ung manubela which is for me eh disadvantage kasi galing ako sa mabigat na manibela ng adventure. Ok naman ung transmission kasi hindi ramdam ung pag shift ng gear. May indication sa display nung pagpalit ng gear. For some naman (like me) eh mas gusto nila may nararamdaman na pitik ng konti ng pagpalit ng gear. Satisfied naman ako sa hatak since 2.0l sya.

By the way the agent told me the imported units were from Korea. Ask ko lang kung ano difference po kaya kung manggagaling units from India v Korea?