Midsize SUV
Kia Seltos
Compare listed variants, equipment and prices. Check the source notes for your preferred version.
₹11.00 Lakhex-showroom
Manufacturer model-price snapshot · starting price. Individual trim records below may be older.
Price source · checked 2026-09-15 ↗Manufacturer advertised starting ex-showroom price, all India. Confirm the exact variant and charges before booking.
These specifications are provisional and not yet checked against the OEM brochure. Why
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Illustrated colours and proportions
scale drawing
- SeatsUp to 5
- Clearance190 mm
- Length4,365 mm
- FuelsDiesel, Petrol
- Listed variants7
Manufacturer specifications
Read the version notes: different engines, batteries and trims can have different figures. Claimed efficiency and charging times are not real-world guarantees.
Space & dimensions
- Width
- 1830mm
- Wheelbase
- 2690mm
- Length
- 4460mm
- Height
- 1635mm
Source label: Overall Width. Model-page figure; confirm exact trim and measurement conditions.
Source label: Wheelbase. Model-page figure; confirm exact trim and measurement conditions.
Source label: Overall Length. Model-page figure; confirm exact trim and measurement conditions.
Source label: Overall Height. Model-page figure; confirm exact trim and measurement conditions.
Plan your down payment & EMI
Prefilled from the model’s starting ex-showroom price. Registration, insurance and fees are extra. Replace this with your dealer’s total quote.
Estimated monthly EMI
₹18,266/ month
- Down payment
- ₹2,19,980
- Loan amount
- ₹8,79,920
- Total interest
- ₹2,16,022
- Total loan repayment
- ₹10,95,942
- Total paid including down payment
- ₹13,15,922
9% and 60 months are editable examples, not lender offers. This estimate assumes a fixed rate and monthly reducing balance. Processing fees, taxes on fees, rate changes and lender rounding are excluded. Down payment and approval requirements vary by lender.
Listed variant catalogue · these prices and equipment records may predate the manufacturer snapshot above. Use the dated source notes and confirm your exact trim before booking.
What does the next trim actually buy you?
Each row shows only what that variant adds over the one below it, and what the step costs. Confirm the listed prices and equipment against the current manufacturer specification.
Petrol · MT3 variantsfrom ₹11.19 Lakh
₹11,19,000 ex-showroom
₹12,59,000 ex-showroom
+₹1,40,000
over HTE 1.5 Petrol MT
Adds
- Cruise control
Roughly ₹1.40 Lakh per added feature — crude on purpose. Five cheap additions are not better value than the one thing you actually wanted.
HTK+ 1.5 Petrol MT★ best value
₹14,29,000 ex-showroom
+₹1,70,000
over HTK 1.5 Petrol MT
Adds
- Single-pane sunroof
- Wireless charging
- Connected car tech
- 10.3" touchscreen
- 4.2" digital cluster
Roughly ₹34k per added feature — crude on purpose. Five cheap additions are not better value than the one thing you actually wanted.
Petrol · CVT1 variantfrom ₹17.39 Lakh
₹17,39,000 ex-showroom
Diesel · AT2 variantsfrom ₹20.09 Lakh
₹20,09,000 ex-showroom
₹21,59,000 ex-showroom
+₹1,50,000
over HTX+ 1.5 Diesel AT
Adds
- Level 2 ADAS
- Adaptive cruise control
- 18" wheels
Roughly ₹50k per added feature — crude on purpose. Five cheap additions are not better value than the one thing you actually wanted.
Petrol · DCT1 variantfrom ₹20.39 Lakh
₹20,39,000 ex-showroom
Detailed specifications for the listed HTK+ 1.5 Petrol MT variant
Specifications
Shown for the HTK+ 1.5 Petrol MT. Specifications can differ across engines and trims. Read the source notes for verification status.
Engine & gearbox7
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel drive
- Displacement
- 1,497 cc
- Max power
- 113.4 bhp
- Max torque
- 143.8 Nm
- Gears
- 6
Efficiency2
- Claimed mileageCatalogue test-cycle label: MIDC. Compare only equivalent fuels, units and test conditions; actual mileage varies.
- 17.70 kmpl
- Fuel tank
- 50.0 litres
Dimensions & practicality11
- Length
- 4,365 mm
- Width
- 1,800 mm
- Height
- 1,645 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,610 mm
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
- Turning radius
- 5.30 m
- Boot space
- 433 litres
- Kerb weight
- 1,265 kg
- Seating
- 5 seats, 2 rows
- Tyres
- 205/65 R16
- Wheels
- 16 inch
Safety5
- Airbags
- 6
- Stability control
- Yes
- Hill hold
- Yes
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Yes
- ISOFIX
- Yes
Comfort & tech6
- Sunroof
- Single pane
- Cruise control
- Yes
- Wireless charging
- Yes
- Connected car tech
- Yes
- Touchscreen
- 10.3 inch
- Digital cluster
- 4.2 inch
Check your dealer quote
Use the manufacturer price as a reference, then compare two itemised quotes for the same trim, colour and model year. We do not yet have transaction data to label a negotiated price “fair”.
- Vehicle & statutory charges
- Separate the ex-showroom price, registration, road tax and applicable statutory charges. Ask which location and invoice date apply.
- Insurance & optional items
- Compare equivalent insurance cover. Ask for accessories, service packs and extended warranties as separate optional lines.
- Discounts & finance
- Get the discount and its conditions in writing. Compare the total loan repayment, fees and down payment, not just the monthly instalment.
- For an electric SUV
- Check whether the price includes the battery, charger and installation. A battery subscription or separate battery loan is an additional ownership cost.
Editorial overview
The Seltos out-features the Creta at every price point and drives better on a good road. It also rides more firmly, and the top trims cost real money. The 1.5 turbo-petrol DCT is the enthusiast pick; the diesel automatic is the sensible one.
Editorial buying guidance, not a road-test report. Confirm trim-specific equipment before deciding.
— Deepak Kushwaha, 3 Sept 2026
Pros and cons
Reasons to consider it
- Feature count per rupee is the best in the segment — Kia gives you the sunroof and the big screen a trim earlier than Hyundai.
- The 1.5 turbo-petrol DCT is genuinely quick and the gearbox is decisive.
- Level 2 ADAS available on both the turbo-petrol and the diesel top trims.
- Sharper steering and flatter body control than a Creta on a good road.
Things to weigh up
- The ride is firmer than a Creta and it thumps over sharp-edged potholes.
- The 7-speed DCT gets hesitant in stop-start traffic on a hot day — a known trait of the family.
- HTE and HTK are close to bare, and the price gap to HTK+ is where Kia makes its money.
- Rear seat under-thigh support is short for taller adults.
Alternatives to consider
Every alternative here comes with the specific condition under which it is the better buy. A list of rivals without that is a list of links.
Kia Seltos — common questions
What is the price of the Kia Seltos?
The manufacturer price snapshot for the Kia Seltos starts at ₹11.00 Lakh ex-showroom, checked 2026-09-15. Manufacturer advertised starting ex-showroom price, all India. Confirm the exact variant and charges before booking. Individual variant catalogue prices may be older.
How many seats does the Kia Seltos have?
The listed Kia Seltos variants have 5 seats, depending on the trim.
What is the mileage of the Kia Seltos?
Catalogue figures for the Kia Seltos: HTX 1.5 Petrol IVT (Petrol): 17.90 kmpl; test cycle: MIDC. HTX+ 1.5 Diesel AT (Diesel): 20.70 kmpl; test cycle: MIDC. These are claimed figures, not real-world results. Different fuels and test cycles are not directly comparable.
What is the boot space of the Kia Seltos?
The largest boot figure in our Kia Seltos listings is 433 litres. Check the seating configuration and measurement method for the exact variant; these are not established by this figure alone.
What is the ground clearance of the Kia Seltos?
The highest ground-clearance figure in our Kia Seltos variant catalogue is 190 mm. Load condition and version must be checked before comparing it with another vehicle.
What engine does the Kia Seltos have?
The Kia Seltos GTX+ 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT is listed at 158 bhp with a 1482 cc engine (petrol). This is the highest power figure among the variants listed here; other versions may differ.
How many variants does the Kia Seltos have?
SUVDekho currently lists 7 priced Kia Seltos variants, from the HTE 1.5 Petrol MT to the X-Line 1.5 Diesel AT. This may not cover the complete manufacturer range.