The Seltos is one of the best-sellers in the local Kia lineup and has recently enjoyed a very thorough update, boasting a new look, new engine/drivetrain options, interior design, and plenty more tech features.
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What's on offer in the Seltos, engine wise?
You have a choice between a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine, a 1.5-litre turbodiesel engine, and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
My colleague, Lawrence, attended the Seltos launch in the Western Cape.
As with the rest of the Kias in SA, you can choose between LX, EX, EX+ and GT Line models.
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Here's the local Kia Seltos lineup with pricing:
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX Manual (84 kW, 144 Nm) (Petrol) | R 467 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX Auto (CVT) (84, 144 Nm) (Petrol) | R 492 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX CRDi Auto (diesel) 85 kW, 250 Nm | R 521 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX CVT (Petrol) | R 532 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX CRDi Auto (diesel) | R 561 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX Plus CVT (petrol) | R 570 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX Plus CRDi Auto (diesel) | R 599 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 TGDi GT Line DCT Auto (petrol) 118kW/253 Nm | R 626 995 |
Verdict
With 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5-litre turbopetrol and 1.5-litre turbodiesel engines on offer, you can take your pick and buy your favourite Seltos. Please note that all diesel engines are paired with automatic gearboxes and the flagship GT Line models get a dual-clutch transmission.
