Kia Seltos Facelift Variants - Feature Comparison

14 August 2023
By Saloni Chaudhary
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In this article, we’ll present a quick feature comparison between the HTE, HTE Plus, HTK, HTK Plus, HTX, HTX Plus, GTX Plus and X Line variants of the Kia Seltos. We’ll look at the Seltos base model features, top model features and also what the mid variants of the Seltos SUV offer. Based on this information, you can decide which variant meets your feature requirements and make a buying decision.

Note: If you don’t just want to do a Seltos variant comparison and want to know which variant you should buy to get the best value for money and ownership experience, then you should go through our Kia Seltos Facelift Petrol Variants Explained article.

Kia Seltos HTE - Base Model Standard Features

The Seltos is available with 6 powertrain combinations but the base HTE variant of the Kia Seltos gets only the 1.5L normal petrol-manual transmission and 1.5L turbo diesel-auto clutch manual transmission powertrain options.

Here’s a look at the standard features of the Seltos HTE:

KIA SELTOS HTE BASE MODEL STANDARD FEATURES
Safety	Functional	Style
Std. safety features	12V power outlet	Shark fin antenna
Halogen projector headlamps	4.2-inch full-colour LCD MID	Silver inside door handles
All disc brakes	Front cabin lamps	Fabric upholstery
Electronic stability control (ESC)	Rear cabin lamps	16-inch steel wheels
Tyre pressure sensors (TPMS)	3x USB-C ports	Wheel covers
Hill start assist (HSA)	Tilt steering	Silver dashboard garnish
Remote central locking*	Gear-shift indicator	Body-coloured bumpers
5x 3-point seatbelts	All power windows	Body-coloured door handles and outside mirrors
2x front side thorax airbags	Follow-me-home headlamps	Front and rear skid plates
2x curtain airbags	Sunglass holder
Impact-sensing auto door unlock	Rear AC vents
Speed-sensing auto door lock	Front passenger vanity mirror
	Height-adjustable driver seat
	Adjustable front headrests
	Height-adjustable front seatbelts
	Idle start/stop
	Rear window curtains

Following is a list of features you may miss in this variant:

Front and rear armrests
Adjustable rear headrests
Auto AC
Power mirrors
Touchscreen music system with speakers
Steering-mounted controls
Rear parcel tray
Rear camera

Kia Seltos HTK - Features Over HTE Variant

The Seltos HTK variant also gets the same 2 powertrain options like the base model. In addition to the features of the HTE variant, the Seltos HTK variant gets the following extra features:

KIA SELTOS HTK FEATURES OVER HTE
Infotainment & Safety	Style & Functional
8-inch touchscreen	Auto headlamps
Wireless Android Auto	All mud flaps
Wireless Apple Carplay	Driver window 1-touch down
Steering-mounted controls	Power mirrors
4x speakers	Silver roof rails
2x tweeters	Projector fog lamps
Bluetooth	Boot lamp
+1x USB port	Indicators on outside mirrors
Rear camera with guidelines
Live rear camera feed (DRVM)
Front parking sensors

You may miss the following features in the Seltos HTK variant:

Rear washer wiper
Rear defogger
Auto AC
LED DRLs
Front and rear armrests
Keyless entry with push-button start/stop
Split-folding rear seat backs
Adjustable rear headrests

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Kia Seltos HTK Plus - Features Over HTK Variant

The Seltos HTK Plus variant gets the same powertrain options as the base model but also gets the 1.5L turbo diesel with torque converter automatic transmission option.

In addition to the features of the HTK variant, the Seltos HTK Plus variant gets the following notable features:

KIA SELTOS HTK PLUS FEATURES OVER HTK
Safety & Functional	Style
Keyless entry with push-button start/stop	Panoramic sunroof (turbo only)
Auto AC	LED DRLs
Rear defogger	16-inch alloy wheels
Rear washer wiper	Sound-mood ambient light
1-touch driver window up also	LED reading lamps (turbo only)
Rear parcel tray	LED cabin lamps
Power-folding outside mirrors w/ auto fold	Gloss black dashboard garnish
Cruise control	Leather wrapped gear knob
Engine start w/ remote

You may miss the following features in the Seltos HTK Plus variant:

Front and rear armrests
Split-folding rear seat backs
LED headlamps
Telescopic steering
Adjustable rear headrests

Kia Seltos HTX - Features Over HTK Plus Variant

The Seltos HTX variant gets 4 powertrain options:

1.5L normal petrol with manual transmission (MT)
1.5L normal petrol with continuously variable transmission (CVT)
1.5L turbo diesel with auto-clutch manual transmission (ACMT)
1.5L turbo diesel with torque converter transmission (TC)

In addition to the features of the HTK Plus variant, the Seltos HTX variant gets the following extra features:

KIA SELTOS HTX FEATURES OVER HTK PLUS
Safety & Entertainment	Functional	Style
Larger 10.25-inch touchscreen	Front armrest	Larger 17-inch grey alloy wheels (MT/ACMT)
Wired Android Auto	Air purifier	Larger 17-inch machined alloy wheels (automatic)
Wired Apple Carplay	Dual-zone auto AC	Connected LED taillamps
Telematics	Telescopic steering	Sweeping front and rear indicators
Infotainment OTA update	Auto-dimming inside mirror	Knurled finish on chrome grille surround
Voice commands	All windows 1-touch up/down	Black-beige dual-tone interiors
Amazon Alexa integration	60-40 split-folding rear seat backs	Leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering
ISOFIX	Rear armrest	Soft-touch dashboard
Traction control w/ modes (auto only)	Drive modes (eco, normal, sport - automatic only)	Panoramic sunroof (non-turbo also)
LED headlamps	Front seat back pockets	Leather upholstery
LED projector fog lamps	2-step rear seat back recline	Metal door sill plates
	3x adjustable rear headrests	Ambient lighting
	Paddle shifters (auto only)	Chrome outside door handles
		Chrome window line

You may miss the following features in the Seltos HTX variant:

Wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless phone charger
Ventilated front seats (because of leather upholstery)
Colour LCD instrument cluster
360-degree camera

Kia Seltos HTX Plus - Features Over HTX Variant

HTX Plus gets the 3 powertrain options:

1.5L normal petrol with manual transmission (MT)
1.5L turbo petrol with dual-clutch transmission (DCT)
1.5L turbo diesel with auto-clutch manual transmission (ACMT)

In addition to the features of the HTX variant, the Seltos HTX Plus variant gets the following extra features:

KIA SELTOS HTX PLUS FEATURES OVER HTX
Safety & Entertainment	Functional	Style
+1x speaker	Wireless phone charger	17-inch machined alloy wheels (manual also)
Subwoofer	Ventilated front seats	Black rear spoiler
Bose premium sound system	8-way power driver seat	Black interiors with brown accents
	Heat-resistant windshield and side windows	Brown upholstery
		10.25-inch full-colour LCD instrument cluster

You may miss the ADAS features in the Seltos HTX Plus variant which are exclusively available in the GTX Plus and X Line variants.

Kia Seltos GTX Plus - Features Over HTX Plus Variant

The GTX Plus gets 2 powertrain options – 1.5L turbo petrol-automatic (dual-clutch transmission) and 1.5L turbo diesel-automatic (torque converter).

In addition to the features of the HTX Plus variant, the Seltos GTX Plus variant gets the following extra features:

KIA SELTOS GTX PLUS FEATURES OVER HTX PLUS
ADAS	Others
Forward collision warning	Larger 18-inch alloy machined wheels
Forward collision avoidance assist (car, pedestrian, cyclist, junction turning)	GT Line exclusive body kit
Lane departure warning	Dual exhaust tips (turbo only)
Lane following assist	Black roof rails
Lane keep assist	Black interiors with white accents
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go	Black leather upholstery
Leading vehicle departure alert	GT logo on steering
Auto high beam	Metallic pedals
Driver attention warning	Black roof lining
Blind spot collision warning	Cup holder cover
Blind spot collision avoidance assist	Auto wipers
Rear cross traffic collision warning	Electronic parking brake w/ auto hold
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance assist	360-degree camera
Safe exit warning
Blind-spot monitoring in instrument cluster

You may miss the following features in the Seltos GTX Plus variant:

Power tailgate
Head-up display
Power passenger seat
Memory and welcome function for power driver seat

Kia Seltos X Line - Features Over GTX Plus Variant

X Line is the top model of the Kia Seltos. It gets 2 powertrain options – 1.5L turbo petrol-automatic (dual-clutch transmission) and 1.5L turbo diesel-automatic (torque converter).

In addition to the features of the GTX Plus variant, the Seltos X Line variant gets the following extra features:

KIA SELTOS X LINE FEATURES OVER GTX PLUS
Functional & Style
Head-up display	Matte grey exterior colour
Grey leather upholstery	Black grille
Grey cabin accents	Black outside mirrors
Gloss black front and rear skid plates	Black outside door handles

Considering the price and segment of the Seltos X Line, power tailgate, power passenger seat and memory/welcome function for power driving seat are the only features we think are missing in this variant.

To know our most value for money buying recommendation for the Kia Seltos, you can read the verdict in the following article:

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Saloni Chaudhary

Saloni is a skilled wordsmith with a degree in journalism and mass communications. Saloni is also a poetess who likes to capture the essence of human experiences, leaving an indelible imprint on the hearts of those who encounter her art. From reading about fashion, she also likes to read about classic motorcycles and vintage cars.

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