2023 Kia Seltos | 4/5 Stars? Why? | First Drive Review | evo India 

How much would you rate the new Seltos on a scale of 1-5 stars?

I am still surprised why so many people are still whining about the safety when many of them would never even bother wearing a seat belt in rear or maintain speed limits on an open highway. Kia seltos has a lot of secret admirers. It gets openly criticised but many of them still go and buy it coz it makes total sense when it comes to value.

Finally journalists now are giving honest opinions about the Hyundai Kia Cars unlike earlier times🙂

True impeccable integrity wala review ….. Negatives have been pointed out appropriately 1. Worsened ride quality 2. Steering feed back 3. No wireless Apple car play/android auto in today’s tech world …really 😢 4. And that phrase in review “it’s loaded with tech but structural integrity remains the same nails it” No doubt it’s loaded with all tech and Adas and having great silent engines But the basic negatives of previous Seltos have not been taken care off … Safety is least priority A great car but a fearful car …. Evo India is completely unbiased channel….. Keep up the good work

One of your best reviews! Loved the visuals, details & music. Thanks for being honest with review Sirish!

Your absolutely spot on...reducing air pressure a bit on my 7DCT has made a lot of difference to the horrible harsh ride of earlier...and nitrogen helps a gee bit too...but, still needs to be worked upon by KIA.

It’s really nice to see genuine reviews about ride quality and suspension rather than just praising everything just because they are given a car to review by Kia.. kudos team

I would have got this if this could score at least 4 stars in GNCAP crash test.

Great Review Sirish! Such a comprehensive review. Regarding the Safety, do you think the ADAS helps in better Safety ratings? Also, in the KIA presentation, they have categorically mentioned that there have been changes and bolstering made to strengthen structure at key points which weren't there earlier. Can you shed some light on that?

Kia Cars are very good looking. Barring the Karens, other models have been nice looking.

They should have worked on the body structure and the dynamics of the car . This engine should come with a torque converter. So should the 1.5 of the VW . Atleast they are reliable and can be launched hard .

No manual transmission for turbo petrol 😢

Considering to get a 2024 Seltos GTX DCT. Currently own a Taigun GT. Do you think the transition would be good? Will I miss the excellent driving dynamics of the Taigun GT?. Or is Seltos a good handler too?

Great review, as always. For new folks, Shirish is from the original generation of solid automotive journalism magazines (almost 3 decades). One of the best road testers !!! I drive an XUV500 & Ford ES. Next upgrade, XUV700/ Harrier.

As someone wgo has and loves his seltos (Pre FL with 17' tyres). PLEASE take an extended test drive over bad toads with someone at the back to see the ride comfort. Im glad its been pointed out so many times in the video, but it's REALLY stiff for back passengers. Another issue is that the AC at the back is inadequate while that on the front is a chiller. Other than that, it's fantastic.

One of best review channels for cars! Absolutely loved the small details which you covered especially about the ride quality! No one covers such in-depth pieces! Way to go! ❤

Coming from a gen 2 swift .. which is better in terms of grip, handling and steering control .. seltos or grand vitara ?

Thanks for the honest review particularly on the ride and handling, a critical aspect for me. My other critical aspect is the safety that is also a suspect. It has ticked all other boxes including the performance, interiors and NVH and super feature rich. But I will again stay away from the car based on the primary expectation. I will now wait for the facelift of Taigun.

6:40 the person behind you would have already honked his guts out before Seltos 😂

Lovely as always from Sirish... So core in terms of review... Thats why when you have auto enthusiats... you ask them and they can talk for loads and loads of time no matter what!!! I just feel connected to the good old days of auto review with Sirish... Thanks a lot... And loved the Drone shots.. But really in terms of Seltos and Creta the structural rigidity has always been a question with often cases of their cars breaking into two halves during an impact!!! 🙃 Hope they fixed it or fix it and dont take Indian customers lightly compared to their export spec...

These auto influencers never soeak about the frame rigidity of the car which is so bad for seltos😢

Hi sir nice review. I m confused between skoda 1.5 tsi , creta sx opt turbo and kia gtx plus turbo. Which one you will go for as a car expert?

@sireesh: is it safe n good practice to adjust steering position while car is on the move. Which you did in this video.

Please let me know one thing - if in GT line Diesel engine variant, instead of 18 inch wheels, we replace it with 17 inch wheels, will the ride quality improve? Can it be customised if we ask the company to do?

I am a owner of Kia Seltos. It's light are not up to the mark for night driving. It gives a mileage of 8-9 km/l.

Again nice review. Seeing it I can say that waiting for new gen creta would be better. Creta generally has a softer suspension. And these cars are comfort oriented. So people will again I think will go for creta.

Which is a better option the Carens or Seltos for a family of 5? Please advise

Great review Sirish 👏 . So do you think should i need to wait for honda elevate or just go ahead with seltos IVT ? My requirements are comfortable city and highway drives , boot space , rear seat comfort for two .

Hi Shirish, did you mention the mileage on the new turbo petrol engine ?

Did sirish try steering adjustment while driving and beep being heard ~80ish 😱 is it even advisable to try steering changes while on the move? Didnt expect this from ppl of this Calibre

The best thing about ADAS is it can be switched off. 😂😂 I think it high time car manufacturers start offering ADAS as an optional saftey pack for all variants rather than just making it available only on top trim variant. If someone wants active safety features on base spec why not sell it to them. I think sunroof should also be an option no matter the the variant. I would not opt for sunroof or glass roof even on the top model or have it deleted from factory even if price remains same as with sunroof model. Those who wish to have the useless feature, let them have it on any variant. Same thing with premium audio, offer it as an option on all variants it is not available. People spend tons of money on audio in karol bagh like places but I think if there was an option for factory premium audio a lot of people would spec it.

Better options under 20 Lack : 1) Harrier 2) Scorpio N 3) Scorpio Classic (If you are real badass) 4) XUV 700 5) Safari Lower Variants. And the best thing all of above 5 Cars are Indian companies ❤❤❤

Please do a detailed comparison with Taigun 1.5 TSI

what is the safety rating of the previous model

Is it better to buy the Carens it seems to have better ride quality?

Can't believe these 18 lakh rupee cars can't beat 0-100 of a 8 year old Punto Abarth still..

In this video the reviewer mentions CVT gear box which is wrong....Seltos has IVT gear box which does not have a rubber band effect....one of my relatives has purchased the facelift....

So classy n rowdy❤❤❤❤...very manly n class car ..love it

Diesel mileage city and highways? Tested ?

another "Beat that" review No more like "appko ye mil jaata hai and wo mil jaata hai and all BS" Love these videos

Kindly make a video on the diesel HTX+ iMT its a different gearbox, different interiors than other trims, and 17" wheels eager to know the review, especially in the ride area I am considering it as our next car.

Strange that the brochure from their website claims to have wireless android auto and apple carplay.

What do think about 1.5 petrol, is it worth buying .is it underpowered

When will VW localise the 1.5 TSI Evo?

Beautiful car good video sir wht about impact safety rating

Why they are not launching awd in india !!!

is the 1.5 turbo engine better than the diesel 1.5 engine in terms of power ?

Some say they did work in structure rigidity etc etc.. some say they did not say anything

Loved the Cyberpunk music of this episode, apt for futuristic designs of these Kia models.

is there any option to put Heads-up Display in GTX+ variant?

which colour car is this ? Gravity Grey

Same crash safety NCAP ratings 👎 No increase in the steel guage used. Structure and the Shell remains the same 👎🤦 So its a no go for me! 🤷

8 inch display info system of HYUNDAI and KIA cars have wireless Android auto and Apple carplay , i have i20 ASTA and it have it :)

That sunroof is gonna kill in summers

I came here to listen to that passionate presentation, aplomb of enthusiasm ☝️😎

Why haven't they updated the wireless connectivity even after providing wireless charger option in Gtx & X-line?

Evo India need to reduce volume of BGM a lot. Way too loud.

The reason the ride is stiff because the structure of the car is extremely weak. They have to stiffen the springs to compensate for it. If they don't stiffen it, the car will handle like a refrigerator and even roll over. That's also the reason it will score not more than 3 stars on GNCAP.

What is the crash test rating...

I will request Evo to check out with Kia if u have any source

that 1 star died.... when the car crashed into a splendor

Diesel is 250Nm torque, how come Sirish said 215Nm?

Please bring a ToD comparison of the 1.5 NA petrols

some techno vibes

These 4 stars are more like 3.5stars. They are just touching 4star just coz of airbags . Otherwise chassis of creta n seltos is 3 stars.

Great review but the typo at 12:03 distracted me sorta xd

Which high is this boss ? @sirish

I had a mountain cow jump off a height on to my roof while my suv was moving .. I wonder how would have ADDAS helped me in that situation 😂😂 Thankfully it was Mahindra XUV so i survived to live another day 😂😂

There is no revive and recall option when the Kia Seltos splits into 2 pieces and also their passengers.

Hi, i am confused in Gtx+ and Xline variant i want to know about xline color since it is a dark grey matt color looks great and premium but i am worried about maintaince of matt color. Is it good to buy matt color how it will work in long terms usuage and how to maintain it like washing or precautions required for it. Or should i opt for gtx+ variants which has glossy finish.

Will go with the elevate vx trim .

Sir should we buy diesel car in 2023

Amazing start of vedio🔥🔥❤️❤️

Diesel models are expensive. Better to go for scorpio base model

The car's still a tin can. Indian Kia Seltos is still built on SP2i platform and not SP2 platform which is meant for South Korea, US and other developed markets. Ill never buy a car that compromises with our safety for even 24 lakhs. A big NO to Kia tin cans.

Its quick but not safe

Why do you hesitate saying it explicitly that safety is pathetic or poor structurally? You just say it's the same. When you can rave and keep going on and on about gimmicky features why does the lack of structural safety is not clearly highlighted? Instead it is hidden behind the phrase it's the same as before. Good journalism is when you call spade a spade.

Sir it will sense animal or human only??

New seltos available in diesel?

Ride quality, comfort and handling are not Hyundai/Kias priority, especially ride and comfort. Features, quality interiors are the main priority.

Kia Seltos x line is the best car in its segment. Period. It's peers don't compare to it.

wireless android auto is available in my 2020 Kia Sonet HTX

No MT n a turbo petrol is a nonsense move . Imt is not Mt nor Auto . That’s a gimmick

Even Baleno have wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay

BADASS.....

For safety and practicality, i will choose Honda Elevate over Kia Seltos

Those people who are just constantly criticising the car for build quality, i wanna tell you one thing that people who don’t even drive cars also dies. Soo just appreciate the effort.

Even Renault Kiger has wireless Android and Apple car play😅

20 lakhs for a 2.5 stars car, it happens only in India!!

Sirish and his Hindi Commands.... Hilarious.

My new Kia diesel Gt line auto gives jerk during running at some moments, the matter is serious and till date company did not tress the fault, but customer suffers.

If you use ADAS pedestrian collision in city, Seltos will become two-seater car. 😂

This is not worth buying we need safety first

GTX+ is very-very overpriced and there is no other gearbox apart from DCT.

Do we require such powerful cars in such hapzard traffic and road conditions All want to be enthusiastic drivers and no wants to drive sensibly Accidents will mount and people who drive righteously will be put into lot of pain.

Any iphone 13 pro or 14 pro is not charging with their wireless charger properly with the facelifted seltos gtx plus version. No reviewer mentioned this.

I think 3 star

Best part: Muh aur Pair pe hawa do. 😂😂😂. Wondering what to say in Hindi when we want to activate seat ventilation. "Pichwade pe hawa do?" 😂😂😂😂

Inko paise nahi milen, xuv700 ki ride ,jhula hain, body roll...😂

Seltos or xuv700?