[Black Panther]

Hi all - I am unable to figure out how to change the tracks on Spotify using the steering controls. Those buttons work fine with radio stations, but not on Spotify. Have any of you faced such a situation? Is there any setting that I am missing?

The same phone and app work well with my other car.

[Adil Thacker]

Hi all - I have a 2023 Seltos GTX Petrol DCT and lately hearing a creaking noise from the drivers side door when driving over rough roads, checked the door bins and did not find anything. Has anyone else experienced this ?

[bharathgr]

Originally Posted by Black Panther

Hi all - I am unable to figure out how to change the tracks on Spotify using the steering controls. Those buttons work fine with radio stations, but not on Spotify. Have any of you faced such a situation? Is there any setting that I am missing?

The same phone and app work well with my other car.

I use Amazon music daily over Bluetooth on the standard avn system and it works like a charm. In Android Auto the app screen is also scraped properly along with controls.

If you are using BT with just the infotainment typically Avrcp (Audio Video remote control profile used for track up/down) profile will be active. Check if audio is turned on in your phones bluetooth settings.

Mine is a DCT GTX+ on a Samsung ultra .

[harivasanth]

Hello Everyone, this is my first post

I have been driving the Kia Seltos DCT GTX + for about three weeks now and below are my observations.

Introduction:
I have been driving for about 15 years now and this is my third car.

My first car is a Honda Brio and upgraded to a Polo GT TDI in less than 4 years. Polo had all the points to convince me to upgrade and thoroughly enjoyed the drive for 8 years and had to let go of it during the last year Chennai Floods. [Total loss ]

Choice of third car: I was contemplating between Skoda Slavia 1.5 DSG and Seltos DCT GTX+. Had to pick Seltos for all the bells and whistle it brings and ease of maintenance. Run and maintain for a VAG car is generally on the higher side and I wanted to experience how KIA can be and I have mostly heard positive feedback. Also, I thought it will be nice to try a different brand for a change. And hence my decision.

So got my self a Black Seltos DCT GTX+


Pros
- Looks. It surely does look busy with design, but did impress me.
- Engine is butter smooth, especially moving from VAG Diesel.
- Love the quality of interiors, definitely looks class above
- Sports mode is punchy and is very addictive
- Speakers are good, not the best for sure, especially from a brand like Bose, some damping on the doors should help.

cons
- Paint Quality is OK. VAG cars are just superior in the department from my experience.
- Parking Sensors need getting used to, I find them not as accurate.
- Ride quality sure was better when i upgraded the JK UX Royale to Continental UC6, but i have been experiencing wheel alignment issue since day1.

"I have had bad experience with UC6 in the past with my Polo GT TDI. since the time i upgraded to UC6 i had wheel alignment issue. How many ever times i fix the wheel alignment, there will still be a left pull on and on replacing the tyres to bridgestone sturdo the issue was instantly fixed."

-Hence, suspecting the same, I decided to replace Continental UC6 on my Seltos to GoodYear efficient grip. BUT, the wheel alignment issue still persisted :( and the ride quality is as bad as JK UX Royale. I am not sure if anyone else experienced similar problem on the 18 Inch wheels. I am yet to get them checked with the service centre.

- Last but not least, ADAS. This surely is not for me. I had an incident where the car was approaching a toll plaza stop and just when i was about to stop near a barricade the car engaged ADAS and applied sudden break anticipating obstacle. Well the driver following me did not surely expect the same and rammed my tailgate. Hence, i just went ahead and disabled all the ADAS features except for the blind spot monitor.

[TorkBHP]

Does anyone have complete details on the inclusions & exclusions in the "my convenience plus" package
Also which one is advisable
1. Extended 5 years warranty and pay as you service or
2. Luxury my convenience plus package

[blogslogger]

Originally Posted by harivasanth

Hello Everyone, this is my first post


- Last but not least, ADAS. This surely is not for me. I had an incident where the car was approaching a toll plaza stop and just when i was about to stop near a barricade the car engaged ADAS and applied sudden break anticipating obstacle. Well the driver following me did not surely expect the same and rammed my tailgate. Hence, i just went ahead and disabled all the ADAS features except for the blind spot monitor.

I've been using ADAS for the past 6 months. Initially, I too had the urge to disable all assists but persisted. They have certainly made me a safer driver. I now know how much gap to leave and when should I start braking gradually so as to not active Automatic Braking. Rear Cross traffic alert too, is a life saver as two and three wheelers can come from anywhere and without notice. It has saved my car twice or thrice.

In your unfortunate situation, the person rear ending you is at fault for not maintaining safe distance and that too at a low speed situation like toll plaza. So do not assume responsibility for his mistake. I would suggest to give another try and to live with the system as they are truly life savers.

[harivasanth]

I went for the "Extended 5 years warranty and pay as you service". The showroom service engineer did mention that generally "Wear and Tear" components such as brakes, clutch plates are not covered in the convenience package and that was not promising in my point of view.

[SeniorC]

Originally Posted by TorkBHP

Does anyone have complete details on the inclusions & exclusions in the "my convenience plus" package
Also which one is advisable
1. Extended 5 years warranty and pay as you service or
2. Luxury my convenience plus package

My SA informed me that My Convenience Package for 5 years includes 5 years extended warranty. I was not charged separately for the extended warranty. My Kia App also shows both for my car. So I found it convenient to buy this. Peace of mind for next 5 years. I am not aware if any manufacturer would include wear and tear items in a service package.

Their brochure is attached.

[rayjaycleoful]

Originally Posted by Flasshhhh

Make sure you are following proper technique.
To start Seltos remotely with key, first lock the doors by pressing the lock button in key, then within 4-5 seconds, press remote start button for 2-3 seconds.

Worked! Thank you - did not know this step process.

[07CR]

Originally Posted by rayjaycleoful

But now it doesn't work, on either of the two keys. The red light on the key flashes when I keep the button pressed for the longest time but nothing happens.

Originally Posted by Flasshhhh

Make sure you are following proper technique.
To start Seltos remotely with key, first lock the doors by pressing the lock button in key, then within 4-5 seconds, press remote start button for 2-3 seconds.

Slight correction needed. First lock the car. Again press lock button. Then hold remote start button for couple of secs. Indicators will blink thrice and car will start.

Originally Posted by gogo_gogo

Also, if we use Auto-Hold, EPB gets applied automatically after moving to P. Isn't it?

Correct.

[F1amit]

Hello Everyone,

During last weekend, I took delivery of Seltos GTX+ 1.5 DCT in Imperial Blue color. So far have driven around 250 KMs and am enjoying every bit of the car.

On Monday, I was trying to connect Android Auto from my phone (One+ 10 Pro) using standard USB cable which came up with the phone. However I was not able to connect Android Auto on Infotainment System. I have tried multiple things on phone as well as on Infotainment System- including verifying / changing android auto setting on my phone, enabling / disabling Android Auto under car settings to name a few- without success. Even tried connection using different cable. But in vain.

I have discussed this issue with SA and he will be coming over to my place tomorrow to provide solution. Just wanted to check if anyone else faced any issues with Android Auto and have any suggestions for me to try.

[Behemoth]

Originally Posted by F1amit

Hello Everyone,

During last weekend, I took delivery of Seltos GTX+ 1.5 DCT in Imperial Blue color. So far have driven around 250 KMs and am enjoying every bit of the car.

I have discussed this issue with SA and he will be coming over to my place tomorrow to provide solution. Just wanted to check if anyone else faced any issues with Android Auto and have any suggestions for me to try.

What you have to do is, as soon as you connect your phone you will see a very small drop down arrow on your phone. Click this to drop down the menu where you can select Android auto connection mode. It will then allow you to start the android auto connection. This is how it works with the new Oneplus phones (first time,.on my Oneplus 12R). It seems google has changed the connection process a bit.

[Flasshhhh]

Originally Posted by 07CR

Slight correction needed. First lock the car. Again press lock button. Then hold remote start button for couple of secs. Indicators will blink thrice and car will start.

I don't think pressing lock button twice is necessary.
I recently just unlocked my car for something. Then I locked it and pressed remote hold start button. And the engine started.

[F1amit]

Originally Posted by Behemoth

What you have to do is, as soon as you connect your phone you will see a very small drop down arrow on your phone. Click this to drop down the menu where you can select Android auto connection mode. It will then allow you to start the android auto connection. This is how it works with the new Oneplus phones (first time,.on my Oneplus 12R). It seems google has changed the connection process a bit.

Thanks for information. I tried these steps and it worked. Couple of observations

1. When I disconnected my phone and connected after a min or so, I again have to select Android Auto Connection Mode on the phone. Is there a way to auto select that upon connection? (Till mid 2023, I had used same phone for Android Auto on my Nissan Rogue in US and never faced this issue. It seems later system updates may have caused this issue).

2. When I use Android Auto, I do see split screen on Infotainment system. Is there a way to stop split screen when Android Auto is being used?

[R15h1]

Originally Posted by Flasshhhh

Hello Everyone!
I recently got my Kia Seltos GTX Plus DCT in Gravity Grey.
I did my booking on 15th January for December 2023 model and hence got a nice discount.(the details of which has been conveyed in previous posts). But overall, it was really a good booking and delivery experience from Kia Jodhpur.

Congratulations on your new buy! I also bought the New Kia Seltos Facelift Xline in Graphite Grey. I bought a November 2023 model in Jan 2024. So got a clean 50k discount. I also opted for cabin and boot mats, tissue box, side step (gives a muscular look) and key covers (for both keys). Have driven 400+ kms so far and the first service is due in a week's time.

Here is a tip for you!

I found the locking and unlocking sound too loud (specially at night) so here is how you can switch to a silent click sound for lock and unlock.

Press and hold the lock and unlock button on the key for a few seconds and the blinkers will blink once. Release the buttons now and press the lock or unlock key and the sound is gone. Want the sound back? Repeat the same steps and the lock and unlock sound will be back!

Enjoy the Seltos experience!