The bigger, the better. Isn’t that true for we Indians? Firstly, it was the sunroof that was quite a big deal here. However, it was soon replaced by the bigger panoramic unit. Nowadays, it is all about bigger, spacious, large, more, and whatnot. Well, that only means that these superlatives have overpowered mediocre.
As per the reports, the Korean carmaker is ready to launch the 2021 Kia Seltos by April end and there will be a lot of addition to the feature list this time. To begin with, the updated SUV is expected to get a panoramic sunroof. Also, it will be the first Kia car in India to feature the company’s redesigned logo.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Kia is ready to launch the 2021 Kia Seltos in India by the end of April.
- It is expected to get a panoramic sunroof just like the Hyundai Creta.
- The Korean carmaker might delete some of the variants as well.
Expected Updates On 2021 Kia Seltos
Remember, Kia Seltos was the first offering from the Korean brand in India. The carmaker has already sold over 1.25 Lakh units of Seltos till now. Well, such sales figures are a result of aggressive pricing and a whole bunch of new features. However, with time some features start to age and something similar has happened with the Seltos as well. To be precise, what might be relevant today will be totally irrelevant tomorrow. And that’s where updates play a major role.
According to the sources, the 2021 Kia Seltos will be launched by the end of April. Surprisingly, it is the updates that might excite the customers a lot. To start with, it is the panoramic sunroof that will be added to the feature list this time. So basically, the same unit that is available on the Hyundai Creta will be serving the upcoming Seltos as well. Also, the Korean carmaker will introduce the updated SUV with the company’s new logo.
Kia is also planning to delete some of the variants. But this news is yet not confirmed. However, if done, it will be the non-popular variants that will be leaving the Seltos trim first. Under the hood, the same three engines will continue to power the upcoming Kia Seltos.
Alternatives
Currently, Hyundai Creta and MG Hector are the only compact SUVs that come with a panoramic sunroof. Further, Creta even shares its powertrain with the Kia Seltos. Want to learn more about them? Here are all the details.
Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta is currently the most selling SUV in India. All credit goes to the features and powertrain options. However, the Korean carmaker is also doing quite well in terms of expanding its network.
Specifications
- Engine – 1493cc (Diesel), 1497cc (Petrol), 1353cc (Turbo Petrol)
- Power – 113.4BHP (Diesel), 113.4BHP (Petrol), 138BHP (Turbo Petrol)
- Torque – 250Nm (Diesel), 144Nm (Petrol), 242Nm (Turbo Petrol)
- Price – Rs.9.99 Lakhs to Rs.17.53 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi)
MG Hector
With internet inside! MG Hector is one of the most popular SUV in India. It gets a panoramic sunroof, is longer than many of its rivals and is modern in terms of design as well as features.
Specifications
- Engine – 1956cc (Diesel), 1451cc (Turbo Petrol)
- Power – 167BHP (Diesel), 141BHP (Turbo Petrol)
- Torque – 350Nm (Diesel), 250Nm (Turbo Petrol)
- Price – Rs.12.89 Lakhs to Rs.18.42 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi)