Kia Seltos: The refreshed Kia Seltos 2025 introduces sharper design elements including updated LED DRLs, a revised grille, and a more muscular stance. The interior now features dual 10.25-inch screens, echoing the premium vibe seen in the latest Carens. Its modern, bold styling continues to captivate in the compact SUV segment.
Kia Seltos: Design Updates
The refreshed Kia Seltos 2025 introduces sharper design elements including updated LED DRLs, a revised grille, and a more muscular stance. The interior now features dual 10.25-inch screens, echoing the premium vibe seen in the latest Carens. Its modern, bold styling continues to captivate in the compact SUV segment.
Kia Seltos: Engine Lineup & Performance
The Seltos comes with three engine options:
1.5L naturally aspirated petrol: 115 PS, 144 Nm (manual / CVT)
1.5L diesel: 116 PS, 250 Nm (iMT / torque-converter AT)
1.5L turbo-petrol: 160 PS, 253 Nm (manual, iMT, or 7-speed DCT)
The turbo-petrol stands out for its smooth, linear power delivery and quick-revving nature, especially when paired with the DCT.
Kia Seltos: Mileage & Efficiency
Turbo-petrol: ~17–18 km/l
NA petrol: ~16–17 km/l
Diesel: ~19–20 km/l depending on transmission and driving conditions
Real-world owner feedback shows a mixed picture for turbo-petrol in city traffic, 8–12 km/l is common, while relaxed highway driving yields around 15 km/l.
Kia Seltos: Features & Technology
Dual 10.25‑inch displays and a panoramic sunroof Bose audio, ventilated seats, LED mood lighting, air purifier, and HUD UVO connected features like remote control, OTA updates, and voice control Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) from Level 2 include forward collision warning, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control (with stop-and-go), blind-spot warning, and rear cross-traffic alert 17 such features in total.
Kia Seltos: Variants & Pricing
The 2025 lineup spans a wide range from the basic HTE(O) starting at approximately ₹11.13 lakh to X-Line top trims at around ₹20.5 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). New trims like HTK(O) and HTK+(O) bring added features such as panoramic sunroof, smart key, mood lighting, and electronic handbrake.
Kia Seltos: Safety Overview
All variants include key safety features like 6 airbags, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, ABS with EBD, and TPMS. Top trims enhance safety further with ADAS and a 360° camera. Despite this, the Seltos still holds a 3-star safety rating by global standards a point of contention among car enthusiasts and reviewers.
Conclusion
The 2025 Kia Seltos maintains its strong appeal with refreshed styling, powerful yet efficient engine options, and a tech-laden cabin including ADAS that elevate its tech quotient. While pricing is on the higher side, the value proposition holds for buyers seeking premium feel without fully premium badge pricing. Just keep in mind that fuel efficiency and safety ratings vary depending on the variant and trim.
