Kia Motors India is all set to unveil the highly anticipated facelift version of its popular SUV, the Seltos, on July 4. The launch event will showcase the revamped model, with the pricing details expected to be announced by the end of July.
Since its initial debut in India back in 2019, the Seltos has garnered immense popularity among consumers.
With the introduction of the facelift variant, Kia aims to further enhance the SUV’s appeal by incorporating numerous exterior and interior updates, along with the addition of new features.
These enhancements may result in a slight price increase for the vehicle.
Exterior Changes Await the Seltos Facelift
The upcoming Seltos facelift has been spotted undergoing testing on multiple occasions, giving us a glimpse of the exterior revisions.
Notable changes include a redesigned front bumper, featuring a distinctive design language. The SUV will sport an entirely new headlamp assembly with redesigned internals, incorporating LED daytime running lamps, along with a larger grille.
The bumper will house new fog lamps, while the rear will showcase a newly designed tailgate. The profile of the Seltos facelift, however, remains largely unchanged, with 17-inch alloy wheels expected to be offered.
Interior Upgrades and Exciting Features
One of the significant updates within the Seltos facelift will be the introduction of a new twin-screen layout, featuring a digital instrument cluster.
The SUV is also anticipated to include a panoramic sunroof, a highly sought-after feature in this segment.
Moreover, the facelift variant is likely to incorporate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), marking a first for any Kia vehicle in India.
Safety features such as six airbags, hill-assist control, vehicle stability management, and more are expected to be included as well.
Powertrain Options for the Seltos Facelift
As for the powertrain, the Seltos facelift is expected to retain the existing 1.5-litre petrol engine, delivering 115 horsepower, and the 1.5-litre diesel engine, generating 116 horsepower.
Kia might reintroduce the turbo-petrol engine option with the facelift model. However, this time around, it is likely to be a 1.5-litre unit, producing an impressive 160 horsepower and 253Nm of torque.
The transmission options are expected to remain unchanged from the outgoing model.
With the highly anticipated launch of the Kia Seltos facelift, the company aims to compete fiercely with its rival, the Hyundai Creta, by offering an array of exciting features and updates.
Car enthusiasts and Kia fans eagerly await the official unveiling, as the facelifted Seltos promises to set new benchmarks in the compact SUV segment.
