Kia Philippines is still keeping its lips zipped on their upcoming car model. Earlier this year, they introduced their caffeine-induced sports sedan the Kia Stinger poised to give the Audi S4, Mercedes AMG C43 and even the BMW 440i Gran Coupe M Sport a run for their money.
Kia Philippines has promised another car model to be introduced this year that also starts with the letter S.
The Kia Seltos has been making its rounds of the internet lately blazing a hype train across its path, and for good reason. It’s a sub-compact SUV which I don’t need to remind you is today’s hottest segment especially for the Philippine Market.
With the likes of the Ford Ecosport, Honda BRV and the Nissan Juke selling like hot-cakes, it’s only logical for Kia Philippines to put their hat in the ring to grab a slice of the sub-compact SUV Pie.
With the axing of the Kia Soul from the local line-up, Kia is poised to introduce a model that has more value and should be priced along the ball-park of the aforementioned rivals from other car brands and the Kia Seltos fits that bill to a tee.
The Kia Seltos offers more value than the Kia Soul
Recent spy photos of the Kia Seltos show it to have much sleeker design than the boxy Kia Soul with a more edgier and angular look. Today we have Video that shows the Kia Seltos in the wild apparently doing some high speed runs across the highways of India.
Throughout the video, you would see that passenger in the car filming the new Kia Seltos approaching speeds in excess of 100 kph.
On the road, the new Kia Seltos adheres much more to a traditional SUV-like shape more than the lunch-box on wheels Kia Soul. This should market more towards Filipino buyers who find the Kia Soul’s radical yet polarizing.
The Kia Seltos is powered by either a 1.5 liter petrol engine making 115 hp and 144 Nm of torque; a 1.5 diesel engine with the same horsepower figure of 115 hp but is pulled by 250 Nm of torque and Kia’s all-new 1.4 liter turbo GDI Smartstream engine that pushes 140 hp and 242 Nm of torque.
The Kia Seltos also has its choices of transmission options across the entire range of variants from a 6-speed manual transmission a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and their proprietary IVT system which is a Continuously Variable Transmission unit.
It is most likely to see Kia Philippines bring only one engine variant to our country with the 1.5-liter petrol engine poised to rival the current crop of compact crossovers.
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The Kia Seltos is more SUV than Lunchbox on wheels
Safety Features will most definitely come standard but what we are on the lookout for is Kia’s vaunted UVO car synchronization system.
It’s a system that syncs with your smartphone through an app which enables you to control almost everything about your car from the ignition system, air-conditioning, cameras, and even the infotainment system.
If Kia Philippines decides to bring this feature with the Kia Seltos it would definitely make it stand head and shoulders above the competition.
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Kia's UVO System puts it head and shoulders above the competition
With the newest model about to introduced by Kia in the coming months, do you think the Seltos has a chance to be that model? Do you think it can succeed where the Kia Soul failed? Be sure to stay tuned to Philkotse.com for more news updates, reviews and insights in the Kia Seltos!
Know more about Kia Seltos 2024
The Kia Seltos 2025 is a subcompact crossover that is designed to appeal to young car buyers. It is available in the Philippines in three variants, with a price ranging from Php 1,198,000 to Php 1,688,000. Under the hood, this model is powered by a 2.0-liter inline-4 DOHC D-CVVT gasoline engine capable of generating 147 horsepower and 179 Nm of torque. Only an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) is paired to the engine.
When it comes to the dimensions, the Seltos spans 4,370 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width, and 1,615 mm in height (1,610 mm excluding roof rails). It also gets a wheelbase and Kia Seltos ground clearance rated at 2,630 mm and 170 mm, respectively. In the local market, this Korean subcompact crossover competes against the likes of the Geely Coolray, Mazda CX-3, and MG ZS.
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Kia Seltos Launch
The Kia Seltos got its name from “Celtos,” Hercules’ son in Greek Mythology. Kia Motors developed this car for millennials who want a head-turning automobile that perfectly merges modern and striking looks with innovative features.
Globally, it was launched in South Korea in July 2019, in India in August 2019, and in Indonesia in January 2020. Kia Motors is known as one of the pioneers in introducing crossover-type automobiles in the Philippines. With this, the Kia Seltos was made available in the Philippines in November 2019.
Kia Seltos Exterior
This athletic and stylish crossover measures 4,370mm long, 1,800mm wide, and 1,610mm tall. On the front, the Kia Seltos 2025 bears fiercely shaped LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and position lamps. Its bold, dark tiger-nose grille looks aggressively modern, providing the vehicle an edge among competitors. Its beefy body has subtle lines designed to enhance its overall aerodynamic capabilities.
On the front, the Kia Seltos bears fiercely shaped LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and position lamps
At the top, higher variants are designed with a contrasting roof color with a pair of sturdy rails. The rear, on the other hand, is affixed with modern-looking LED taillights. To complete the overall look of the Kia Seltos, it wears a set of 17-inch 215/55R17 alloy wheels.
Kia Seltos Interior
As it is made for young professionals, you can expect a youthful and classy vibe inside the Kia Seltos Philippines. Its all-black interior looks premium. Highlights include a three-spoke steering wheel, ambient lighting, automatic climate control, 60:40 rear seats that can be reclined, and a heads-up display. In terms of cargo loading, it can carry a maximum of 433 liters and can be doubled when the rear seats are folded.
Technology and Safety Features
All variants of the Kia Seltos are generously affixed with a touchscreen infotainment system. It comes with Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatibility. Top-spec models are equipped with cruise control, rear parking sensors, keyless entry, front proximity sensors, and a reverse camera.
All variants of the Kia Seltos are generously affixed with a touchscreen infotainment system.
Safety is guaranteed as the Kia Seltos comes with a good number of SRS airbags, anti-lock braking system, three-point seatbelts, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Higher variants are furnished with hill-start assist, stability control, and dynamic brake control.
Platform and Chassis
For suspension, it is built with a Macpherson Strut and coil spring at the front and a coupled torsion beam axle with coil spring at the back. The Kia Seltos is manufactured using Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS). It is designed to provide the utmost protection to its riders, efficiently control the vehicle, and guarantee excellent performance on roads and tough terrain.
Engine and Drivetrain
This five-door, five-seater subcompact crossover runs using a 2.0-liter gasoline engine paired with Continuous Variable Transmission. The Kia Seltos can produce 147 hp with a torque of 179 Nm.
Available colors for the Kia Seltos 2025 Philippines are Starbright Yellow, Gravity Gray, Iron Gray, Dark Ocean Blue, Mars Orange, two-tone Starbright Yellow with Cherry Black, and two-tone Clear White with Cherry Black.
The Kia Seltos is a well-rounded subcompact crossover thanks to its various features. One can say that it has the best color package locally as compared to rivals such as the Mazda CX-3 and Geely Coolray.
Kia Seltos 2025 Price List
Let's check out the Kia Seltos 2025 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Kia Seltos 1.5 LX AT | ₱1,198,000 |
| Kia Seltos 1.5 EX AT | ₱1,288,000 |
| Kia Seltos 1.4 SX AT | ₱1,688,000 |
Kia Seltos Pros & Cons
Pros
- Well-integrated tiger nose grille
- A wide array of flashy color options
- Refined powertrain
Cons
- Only one engine option is brought locally
- Not many amenities are available for second-row passengers
- Interior is not as plush as exterior
Kia Seltos FAQs
1. How many seats does the Kia Seltos 2025 have?
The Kia Seltos 2025 provides a two-row vehicle with 5 seats.
2. What is a highlight of the Kia Seltos 2025?
One of the highlights of the Kia Seltos 2025 provides outstanding inside space and practicality for moving cargo for such a small, inexpensive SUV.
3. Is the Kia Seltos Philippines a reliable car?
Yes, the Seltos is definitely a good car. Expect safety, versatility, and overall excellent performance from this well-made automobile.
4. Is the Seltos worth buying?
Yes, it absolutely is. Because the Seltos is definitely a good car. Expect safety, versatility, and overall excellent performance from this well-made automobile.
5. Is the Kia Seltos automatic?
Yes, all Kia Seltos variants come with automatic transmission.
6. What type of vehicle is the Kia Seltos 2025?
Type of the Seltos 2025 is SUV.
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