July 4, 2022
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Kia unveils 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift
Kia has unveiled the new facelifted Seltos mid-size SUV in its home country, South Korea & will be showcased to the public for the first time at the 2022 Busan International Motor Show in Korea that’s scheduled to take place from July 14 – July 24. The facelift model gets a host of cosmetic updates along with the addition of some new features.
Engine & Transmission : It will continue to get a 113 bhp 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine, a 138 bhp 1.4-litre turbo petrol motor, and a 113 bhp 1.5-litre diesel engine. Transmission options will include a 6-speed MT, a 6-speed iMT, IVT, 7-speed DCT, and a 6-speed AT.
Exteriors : The new Kia Seltos Facelift gets an updated styling with refreshed LED headlamps and new LED DRLs. The bumpers get pronounced cuts & creases and there is a new skid plate as well. The side profile of the SUV features new alloy wheels while at the rear, it gets revised LED taillamps and a muscular skid plate. There is also body cladding all around.
On the inside, while the layout of the dashboard remains identical to the pre-lift model, it gets some subtle updates. The connected screens are still 10.25-inch units but they are now a bit curved in shape. It gets a rotary dial gear lever and is likely to feature ADAS too. In terms of powertrain choices, there will be no changes.
India Launch : The new Kia Seltos Facelift is likely to be launched in India at the Auto Expo 2023
To Compete with : It will rival the Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, etc.