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Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT

Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT

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₹1,089,900 - ₹2,000,000
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The Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT stands out in India as a mid-spec compact SUV powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine (1482cc) churning 160 PS and 253 Nm, mated to a 6-speed iMT for intuitive clutchless shifts that's perfect for congested cities and spirited highway runs. I appreciate its bold styling with LED lights, 16-inch alloys, and spacious 4,365mm body offering ample legroom, headroom, and a 433-litre boot for families. Inside, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 4.2-inch digital MID, 6-speaker audio, auto AC, cruise control, push-button start, all power windows, Type-C ports, and rear defogger elevate daily usability. Ride quality absorbs bumps well, handling is balanced, and it's refined overall despite minor turbo noise. Safety covers basics like rear camera and sturdy build, with strong crash scores. At under Rs 17 lakh on-road, it balances performance, features, and costs brilliantly, outperforming NA variants in thrill while real-world mileage suits mixed use—my go-to recommendation for buyers wanting premium without premium pricing.
December 31, 2025
Our Verdict

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I find the Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT to be a compelling choice in India's compact SUV segment, delivering punchy performance from its 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine producing 160 PS and 253 Nm of torque, paired seamlessly with the 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission that offers clutchless ease for city traffic without compromising driver involvement. In my drives across urban roads and highways, it accelerates briskly, overtakes confidently, and maintains composure at high speeds, while the suspension handles potholes adeptly for a planted ride. The cabin impresses with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, 4.2-inch TFT MID, cruise control, push-button start, auto AC, rear defogger, and electrically adjustable ORVMs, making it feature-rich for the price without feeling loaded with gimmicks. Space is generous for five, boot is practical at around 433 litres, and build quality exudes premium feel. Safety includes essentials like 6 airbags in higher trims but solid structure here. Drawbacks like slightly audible engine under load and real-world mileage dipping below ARAI don't overshadow its value—it's refined, fun, and positions you well against rivals like Creta or Grand Vitara, making it a smart buy if you prioritize power and tech on a budget.
December 31, 2025
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I've been thoroughly impressed by the Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT after putting it through its paces on Indian roads, where its 1.5-litre Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi turbo-petrol engine delivers 157.81 bhp at 5500 rpm and a punchy 253 Nm torque from 1500-3500 rpm, making highway overtakes effortless despite the turbo's slight lag below 3000 rpm. The 6-speed iMT clutchless manual gearbox shifts smoothly with a light clutch, ideal for bumper-to-bumper city traffic in Delhi or Mumbai, and it pairs well with the claimed 17.7 kmpl mileage, though real-world figures hover around 11-15 kmpl depending on driving style. At around Rs 15.20 lakh on-road, this mid-spec variant punches above its weight with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless connectivity, rear AC vents, cruise control, keyless entry, six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, and a height-adjustable driver's seat for long drives on NH44. The spacious cabin offers good knee and headroom for five, ample boot space, LED DRLs and taillights, and low maintenance costs with reliable Kia aftersales, making it a value-packed choice over rivals like the Creta in 2025's competitive SUV market. User feedback echoes my take—easy to drive, great road presence, and minimal service hassles.
December 31, 2025
Price

Pricing details and changes

In India, the ex-showroom price for the Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT starts around Rs 13.99 lakh, varying slightly by city due to state taxes, but expect Rs 14-14.5 lakh on average from dealers in major metros like Delhi or Mumbai as of late 2025. On-road pricing pushes it to Rs 16-17 lakh, factoring in 8-12% road tax, Rs 50,000-70,000 insurance for comprehensive cover, Rs 20,000-30,000 RTO registration, and minor fees like fastag or hypothecation—totaling about Rs 2-2.5 lakh add-ons. I see this as excellent value in the turbo petrol mid-variant space, where rivals like Hyundai Creta HTK Turbo iMT demand Rs 15.5 lakh ex-showroom and Rs 17.5-18.5 lakh on-road, often skimping on features like the Seltos' larger screen or cruise control. Negotiate discounts up to Rs 50,000-1 lakh during festive seasons or year-end, especially post-GST tweaks, bringing effective on-road under Rs 16 lakh—cheaper than turbo autos while offering similar punch. Running costs stay reasonable with widespread Kia service, and resale holds strong at 85-90% after three years, making it a financially savvy pick for performance seekers without stretching to HTX variants at Rs 18 lakh on-road.
December 31, 2025
Mileage

Fuel efficiency information

For the Seltos HTK Turbo iMT, ARAI claims 17.7 kmpl, but real-world figures I note are 10-12 kmpl in city traffic and 17-18 kmpl on highways with steady driving. Turbo efficiency shines at consistent speeds, keeping running costs competitive at Rs 6-7/km on petrol versus diesel rivals, ideal if your mix is 60% highway—opt for it over NA petrol for power without excessive fuel bills.
December 31, 2025

Specifications

ARAI Mileage (Certified)
17.7 kmpl kmpl
Boot Space
433 L litres
Ground Clearance
190 mm mm
Engine cc (Displacement)
1482 cc cc
Maximum Power
157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
253 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
Number of Gears
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 L litres
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Complete Specifications

Kia Seltos HTK Turbo iMT

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
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Engine cc (Displacement)
1482 cc cc
Gearbox Type
iMT
Number of Gears
Manual
Maximum Power
157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
253 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
Engine Details
1482 cc Turbo Petrol
Number of Cylinders
4
Electric Motor Power
Electric Motor Torque
Compression Ratio
Bore x Stroke
Cam Type
Super Charger
Dynamic Power Split
Off-Road Mode
Maximum Payload
Turbo Charger
Shifting Point Display
Eco Assist System
No. of Valves
Maximum Towing Capacity
Variable Torque Split
Drivetrain
2WD
Paddle Shift
CO2 emissions in g/km
Emission Norms
BS6 Phase 2
Shift on Fly 4WD
Estimated Charging Time
Alternator Management System (AMS)
Gearbox shift time
Automatic Start/Stop Function
Valve Timing
Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
Under Guard Under Engine
Positive Torque Control
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
Valvetrain Type
DOHC
Electric Range
Micro Hybrid System
Ignition System
Electronic
Eco Drive Indication System
Torque Assist
QUICK FACTS & INFORMATION
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Car Variant
HTK Plus Turbo iMT
Availability Status in India
Car Type
SUV
Fuel Type
Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi
Latest Price in India
₹15.20 Lakh
ARAI Mileage (Certified)
17.7 kmpl kmpl
Top Speed
Official Tagline
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
28
Overall Length
4365 mm mm
Overall Width
1800 mm mm
Overall Height
1645 mm mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm mm
Ground Clearance
190 mm mm
Kerb Weight
1279 kg kg
Maximum Permissible Weight
Permitted Load
Turning Radius
5.3 m metres
Front Headroom
Rear Headroom
Front Shoulder Room
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Legroom
Rear Legroom
Front HipRoom
Rear HipRoom
Front Overhang
Rear Overhang
Front Track
Rear Track
Rear Seat Width
Headroom
Steering Wheel Diameter
Dry Weight
Cargo Body Dimensions (LxWxH)
Seat Cushion Height from Ground
Open Door Angle
PERFORMANCE & MILEAGE
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Mileage (Combined)
17.7 kmpl kmpl (approx.)
Mileage (City)
17.7 kmpl kmpl (approx.)
Mileage (Highway)
17.7 kmpl kmpl (approx.)
0-100 kmph
9.8 s seconds
100-0 kmph
0-200 kmph
0-300 kmph
0-400 kmph
Departure Angle (degrees)
Lateral turning angle (degrees)
Approach Angle (degrees)
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)
Maximum gradeability (degrees)
Maximum wading depth
SEATS & UPHOLSTERY
13
Front Centre Armrest
Front Seat Back Pockets
Electrically Adjustable Front Seats (Memory Package)
Leather Seats
Rear Headrest (Adjustable)
Ventilated Seats
Lumbar Support
Folding Rear Seats
Rear Centre Armrest
Seat Back FoldableTables
Fabric Upholstry
Driver Seat Adjustment
Height Adjustable
Front Headrest (Adjustable)
LIGHTING
21
Split Rear Combination Lamps
Position Lamps
Adaptive Frontlight System
Xenon Headlamps
Projector Headlamps
Front Fog Lights
Lead Me To Vehicle Headlamps
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
Cornering Lamps
Headlight Leveller
Follow Me Home Headlamps
LED Tail light
Darkness Sensing Headlamps
IC Light Adjustment (Rheostat)
3rd Brake Light
Standard Halogen Headlamps
Interior Room Lamp
Static Bending Technology in Headlamps
ORVM Turn Indicators
Escort Function - Headlamps
Rear Fog Lights
INSTRUMENTATION
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Digital Speedometer
Instrument Cluster
Digital
Dials Mood Lighting
Digital Fuel Gauge
Average Fuel Consumption
Water Temperature Warning Light
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Trip Distance
Programmed Service Reminder
Digital Clock
LED Fuel Gauge
Average Speed
Parking Brake Indicator
Door Ajar Warning
Heads-up Display
Low Fuel Warning
LED Temperature Gauge
Distance to Empty
Tachometer
Gear Shift Indicator
On-Board Trip Computer
BRAKING & TRACTION
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Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
Corner Traction Control (CTC)
Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
Traction Control
Brake Assist
Corner Stability Control (CSC)
INFOTAINMENT
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Apple Car Play
Internet Connectivity Features
Subwoofer
Android Auto
Music System
Number of Speakers
6
Tweeters
AUX Compatibility
MP3 Playback
USB Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
DVD Playback
CD Player
iPod Compatibility
Music System Hard Drive
SMS Readout
SD Card Reader
GPS Navigation System
Voice Recognition
Roof Antenna
Bluetooth Compatibility
Rear Seat Entertainment
Music System Hand Remote
Speed Sensitive Auto-Volume
Glass Embedded Antenna
WHEELS & TYRES
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Alloy Wheels
Wheels
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Tyre Pressure
Tubeless Tyres
Tyre-inflation Compressor
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
Runflat tyres with Runflat indicator
Full Wheelcaps
All Terrain Tyres
BRAKES & SUSPENSION
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Dynamic Braking
Brake Energy Regeneration
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Brakes
Disc
Suspension
100–0 km/h
200–0 km/h
300–0 km/h
400–0 km/h
Dynamic Damper Control
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Brake Wear Warning Display
CAPACITY
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Seating Capacity
5
Number of Seating Rows
2 Rows
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Boot Space
433 L litres
Boot Space (Folded Rear Seats)
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 L litres
Engine Coolant Capacity
Engine Oil Capacity
INTERIOR FEATURES
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Rear Door Sunshade Curtain
AC Louver Knobs
Front Tray USB Charger
Fast Charging Smartphone Port
Rear USB Charger & Tray
Chrome Inner Door Handles
Air Purifier
Adjustable Headrests
Mood Lighting
Leather Steering/Gear knob
Overhead Console with Storage
Illumination Control
Outside Air Temperature Display
Footwell Lighting
Door Centre trim and door armrest
Illuminated Door Sill Panels
Glove Box Cooling
Map Pockets
Cluster Ionizer
Side Pillar Air Vents
Chrome Inside Rear View Mirror
Glove Box
Child Seat Mounting Provisions
Sporty Aluminium Pedals
Rear Sunshade
Integrated Front Headrest
Heated steering wheel
Supervision Cluster
Air-quality Sensor
Door Scuff Plates
Sunvisor with Ticket Holder
Cigarette Lighter
Sunroof
Privacy Glass
Illumination Light Adjuster
Dual Tone Interiors
Umbrella Holder
Blue Interior Illumination
Load Sill Guard
Under Seat Tray
lluminated Glovebox
Designer Mats
Dew Point Sensor
Chrome Inside Door Handles
Day & Night Inside Rear View Mirror
Sunglass Holder
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
86
Wireless Smartphone Charging
Storage Space Under Co-Driver Seat
Assist Grips
Car Care Kit
Illuminated key hole
Bottle Holder
Integrated Active Noise Cancellation
Anti-glare Mirrors
Smart Trunk
Fast Charging Ports
Sliding Front Armrest
Telescopic Steering Wheel
eSIM Compatibiity
Tilt Steering Wheel
Front Passenger Seat Adjustement
Manual
Driver Rear View Monitor
Rear Seat Recline
Power Sockets
One Touch Triple Turn Signal
Ashtray
Key In Reminder
Luggage Lamp
Steering Adjustment (Rake)
Reading Lamp
Steering Mounted Controls
Service Reminder
2 Part Tail Gate
Steering Mounted Calling Controls
Trunk Room Light
Cabin Filter
Under-Floor Storage
Power Outlet
Rear AC Vents
Remote Fuel Filler
Hands Free Telephone
Ergolever (for front passenger seat adjustment)
HVAC Air Distribution Settings
Driver Side Storage Shelf
Centre Console With Cup Holder
Power tailgate
Hands-free Bluetooth
Ottoman Seat
Digital Tyre Inflator
Hydraulic Assisted Bonnet
Speed Limit Warning
Vanity mirror
Rear Parcel Shelf
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Steering Adjustment (Reach)
Air Conditioner
Automatic
Glove Box Damper
Boot-mounted Umbrella
Tilt Rear Quarter Windows
Rear Seat (Split)
Captain Seats
Programmable Smart Screen
Keyless Entry
Power Steering
Rear Defogger
Speed Volume Compensation
Universal Garage Door Opener
Solar Glass
Front Bucket Seats
Heat-reflecting windscreen
Engine Start/Stop Button
Rear Washer & Wiper
Cruise Control
Pillows
Steering Position Reminder
Anti-Pinch Smart Window
Electric Swing Gate Release
Audible Headlight-on Reminder
Auto Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
Clutch Foot Rest
Rain Sensing Wipers
Power Windows
Remote Boot Release
Accessory Socket
Drawer under co-driver's seat
HVAC Rear Temperature Control Unit
Luggage Net & Hook
Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row of Seats
Coat Hooks
MID (Multi Information Display)
Ventilated Front Seats
Grab Rail
ACTIVE & PASSIVE SAFETY FEATURES
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Speed Alert System
Terrain Management System
360-Degree View Camera
Blind View Monitor
Boot Open Warning Beep
Mutiple Traction Modes
Electronic Hand Brake
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unloock System
Side & Curtain Airbags
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH)
Roof Crash System
Pedestrian Protection
Anti-slip Regulation (ASR)
Collapsible Steering Column
Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioner
Hill Descent Control
Emergency Assistance
Ballistic Protection
Wiplash Reduction System
Crosswind Assist
Adaptive Highbeam Assist (HSA)
Clutch Lock System
4 kmph Impact Proof Front and Rear Bumpers
Automatic Emergency Unlock
Rear Seat Belts
Head Restraint
Emergency Fresh Air System
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Park Distance Control (PDC)
Boot Open Warning
Limited Slip Differential
Battery Run Down Protection
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring system
Lane Change Indicator Setting
Panic Brake Indication
Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
Fire Prevention System (FPS)
Rollover Sensor
Laminated windows
Side Impact Beams
Airbags
6
Panic Alarm System
Hood Sensing
Seat Occupancy Sensor
Attention Assist
Hill Start Assist Control
Underbody Coating
Side Impact Protection System (SIPS)
Rear View Camera
Front Seat Belts
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Crash Sensor
Cornering Light Function
Active Rollover Protection (ARP)
Safe cage
First-aid kit
Hill Hold Control
Perimeter Alarm
Smart Pedal
Pedestrian Contact Sensing
Downhill speed Regulation (DSR)
Adaptive Brake Lights (Flashing)
Self Locking Doors
Seatbelt Reminder
Crumple Zones
Parking Sensors
Rear
Automatic Fire Suppression System
Rear Cross-traffic Alert
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Acceleration Skid Ccontrol (ASR)
Crawl Control
Dual Horns
Engine Drag Control (EDC)
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Key Features of the Car
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Hub Lock
Drag coefficient (Cd)
CO2 Emission (City)
CO2 Emission (Highway)
CO2 Emission (Combined)
Gradeability
Grade Restartability
Battery Saver
Rheostat
Opaque roller blinds
Crash Pad Garnish
EXTERIOR FEATURES
54
Chrome Outside Rear View Mirrors
Electrically Foldable ORVMs
Chrome Taillight Surround
Electrically Adjustable ORVMs
Chrome Headlamp Surround
Canopy
Shark Fin Antenna
LED Turn Indicators
LED Light Bar
Bonnet Scoop
Side Skirts
Mud Flaps
Side Cladding
Molding Side Sill
Spare Tyre Cover
Functional Roof Rack
Body Colored Radiator Grille
Chrome Front Grille
Body Coloured Outside Mirrors
Front Radiator Grille
Skid Plates
Locking Wheel Nut for Spare Wheel
Body Coloured Door Handles
Twin Exhausts
B Pillar Black Out Tape
Ski Rack
Front Bumper Spoiler
Body Colored Tailgate Handle
Puddle Lights
Body Coloured Bumpers
A-Pillar Glossy Black Finish
Rear Lip Spoiler
Headlamp Cleaning System
Door Black out Tapes
Chrome Window Sash
Chrome Exhaust Pipe
Outside Rear-view Mirrors
Body Coloured
C Pillar High Gloss Finish
Frameless Doors
Headlight Washer
Rear Garnish
Roof Rails
Side Repeater on Fender
Foot Step
Rear Bumper Spoiler
Waistline Moulding
Rear Spoiler
Tinted Glass
Side Body Decals
Heated Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body
SUV
Panoramic roof
Chrome Door Handles
Unique Fuel Cap
LOCKS & SECURITY
6
Engine Immobilizer
Speed Sensitive Door Autolock
Anti-theft Alarm
Smart Key
Child-Protection Door Locks
Central Locking

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