Kia Seltos 2020 Variants- Prices, Mileage, Specs, Variants and Features

Kia Seltos Variants and Features

1.5L Petrol and 1.5L Turbo Diesel

These engines are the base ingredients for the Seltos as it is the choice of powertrain for the founding variants of the Seltos. Both these engines are high on power and have a balanced and efficient character. A 6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed automatic and an IVT are the choice of transmission for these variants and provide for a crisp driving experience.

HTE is the base variant of the long list of “HT” prefixed Tech Line variants. It is offered in both diesel and petrol engine options with a 6-speed manual transmission. It is the cheapest of the lot at Rs. 9.89 lakh and as we go up the table the feature listing keeps on getting larger and more interesting. The top variant of Tech Line is the HTX+ variant which is equipped with the 1.5L turbo-diesel engine and comes in either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The 6-speed AT is priced at the top end at Rs. 16.34 lakh.

As diesel powertrains are the norm of the day, Kia has crept in a GT Line variant to be powered by the humble 1.5L turbo diesel unit. It's very contradicting but that's what people want. So, can’t complain about that initiative! It gets all of the go-fast “GT Line” bits on the looks front, but the sober engine under the hood.

Kia Seltos Variants Exterior Features and  Differences

The differences on the outside are very prominent on these variants and do speak for each one’s superiority. The most prominent changes can be seen in the darkness. That's because the changes are in the lighting department as the transition takes place from halogen projectors to full LED lighting. 

Other changes include coloured or chrome-laden bits that pump up the premium appeal of this sporty crossover. The GTX+ variant in this lot gets subtle but noteworthy features that include “GT Line” branding at the front and rear and red accents to mimic its sportiness.

HTX+ variant adds comfort features with added sunroof and adds 10 more hp with its top lip spoiler. (Just kidding, it's only there for the looks!) There is a very fine line between common ground and differentiation and Kia has got it just right to provide value for all of its variants and at the same time common grounds to judge all of them on.

Kia Seltos Variants Interior Features and Differences

The same format of differentiation is carried forward to the inside as well and there are prominent changes to tell these variants apart on the inside.

Technology has been given weightage here and most of the changing factors across the variants are on the instrument cluster and infotainment setup.

There are differences even in the cargo area as you get the option of having either halogen or LED room light depending on the variants. As you go up the table, you can have an airier and light heated experience with the sunroof and dual-tone siege interior upholstery.

1.4L GDi Turbo Petrol

This is the performance-oriented line-up for Kia Seltos. “GT Line” variants are powered by a 1.4L turbo petrol engine which is coupled to a slick-shifting 7-Speed DCT which makes up for a thrilling driving experience.

But then again, there is also an out of the box, diesel offering which has been listed in the above table due to its all show and no go nature!

Kia Seltos GT Line Exterior Features

The exterior differences are prominent for the “GT Line” variants when compared with the “Tech Line” variants and the changes are rather subtle. A red theme dominates all of the vehicles with red accents on both the bumpers, to unique 17-inch alloy wheels.

The red theme is also carried forward to the inside with red stitching and black upholstery to uplift the contrasting nature.

But among the three GT Line variants, differences are minuscule and you need a trained eye or a higher point of view! Yes, that because the differences are red brake calipers up front and a sunroof.

Kia Seltos GT Line Interior Features

On the inside, the contrasting red stitching continues to give it a sporty yet elegant look. The GT Line series also gets additional gizmos like the terrain and multi-drive modes which is available only with the 6-Speed Automatic or 7-Speed DCT equipped variants and so varies the driving experience with the change in modes.

The change in mode is depicted on the 7-inch instrument cluster to completely indulge you in the experience. The GT Line also gets a few additional creature comfort features like wireless smartphone charger and an inbuilt air purifier with perfume dispenser.

UVO Connected is another interesting feature which uses voice assistant and smartphone application to give you remote authority of various features in the car. It also has a smartwatch app which makes proceedings even more remote!

Which is the best variant of 2020 Kia Seltos?

There is no “best of the lot” variant as Kia has emphasised and put the various variants on the table for people with varying needs. There is a variant for every type of person. If you are the sporty type, who cares little of both the initial and after-sales expenses and just want to enjoy it to the fullest, then the GTX+ variant makes the best case. That 1.4L turbo engine will never cease to surprise you.

If you are the conservative type, then nothing better than the 1.5L turbo-diesel equipped line-up of which HTX makes the most value for money proposition. If you want to look at the sporty bit, Kia has got that covered as well, as the GTX+ variant is also available in the diesel power plant.

And for the neutral type, you just want a youthful and badass looking car minus the extra maintenance expenses, then the 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine will not disappoint you in any way. Kia has done its homework well and its impressive success rate in just one year speaks for it.