Kia Seltos Facelift (2024) Price & Spec
The Kia Seltos facelift has touched down in South Africa, boasting an updated look, new engines and more. Here’s a look at the pricing and specifications.
Since its arrival back in November 2019, the Kia Seltos has proven a popular choice. Assembled in India, the Seltos arrived with petrol power first, before turbodiesel engines made their debut in the second half of 2020.
Now there’s the Kia Seltos facelift which has just gone on sale. Visually, it gets some tweaks in line with its current design language. The headlights have been redesigned, there’s a revision to the trademark ‘Tiger Nose’ grille, repositioned LED daytime running lights, new-look tailgate and re-designed tail lamps. There are new wheel designs with 16-inch and 18-inch units available. There’s a new colour too, called Pewter Olive.
Climb inside and the Kia Seltos facelift has received updates in the cabin. There’s a redesigned fascia, new-look curved display, and redesigned air vents.
Engine and Powertrain
There are two new petrol options for the Kia Seltos facelift, while the punchy and efficient 1.5-litre diesel engine has been retained. There’s also a new gearbox offered.
As a reminder, the diesel Seltos makes 85 kW and 250 Nm, and its paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission. In an economy run from Jhb to Cape Town, Kia said its diesel-powered Seltos covered over 1 100km on a single tank, consuming just 4.37 L/100 km.
The 1.6-litre naturally-aspirated engine has been replaced by a second-gen 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated engine which makes 84 kW and 144 Nm. Customers can choose form a 6-speed manual gearbox or a new CVT.
The 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine which powered the GT-Line has been replaced by a new 1.5-litre turbocharged motor, which packs 118 kW and 253 Nm. This derivative features a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and is the sportiest of the lot, with a claimed 0-100 kph in 8.9 seconds.
Trim levels and grade walk
Seltos LX
- Six airbags
- Stability control
- Central locking
- Rear park distance control sensors
- Rear parking camera
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Automatic headlight control with LED daytime running lights
- Black cloth upholstery
- Leather-clad steering wheel
- 4.2-inch Supervision TFT instrument cluster
- 8-inch touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
- 6 speaker audio
- USB ports front and rear
- Manual air conditioning
- Cruise control
Seltos EX (the above content plus)
- 17-inch alloy wheel
- Integrated armrest storage box
- Artificial leather upholstery
- Electronic parking brake
- Smart entry with push-button start
- Dual automatic climate control
- Wireless charging pag
- 10.25-inch infotainment screen
- Driving modes (Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart)
- Front parking sensors
- Hill start assist
Seltos EX Plus (the above content plus)
- Mood lighting
- LED headlights, LED foglights, LED indicators
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Satin chrome detailing on the body
- 10.25-inch fully digital dashboard
Seltos GT-Line
- 18-inch wheels
- Red brake callipers
- Panoramic sunroof
- Alloy pedals
- Gearshift paddles
- Heads-up display
- Smart Cruise Control (including Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Follow, Forward Collision Avoidance)
How much does the Kia Seltos facelift cost in South Africa?
The Seltos facelift is sold with an unlimited kilometre/5-year warranty, inclusive of roadside assistance. In addition, a pre-paid 5-year/90 000 km service plan is included to give customers peace of mind and predictability when it comes to vehicle maintenance. A variety of upgrade options from service plan to maintenance plans are also available.
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX Manual | R467 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX CVT | R492 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 CRDi LX Auto | R521 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX CVT | R532 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 CRDi EX Auto | R561 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX Plus CVT | R570 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 CRDi EX Plus Auto | R599 995 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDi GT-Line DCT | R626 995 |