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Old 21st August 2023, 16:27   #361
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

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On a related note, any idea how long will it take to get car allotment after getting a K code? My SA says she got a K code through her old customer and has updated against my booking. The Kia website dashboard doesn't show anything. Any inputs in this regard will be helpful.
You can ask for your booking docket from your SA.

Just like mine, it should have this written below the vehicle details section 👇

"The booking is made under K-Code program which is eligible for the priority delivery. Please visit
Kia.com or speak to your dealer representative for further details."


The expected delivery date on my booking docket is 22-09-23.My SA has assured me I'll be the first one to get the diesel version of either the gtline or xline whenever the company alotts it to them. They don't have any stock as of now for any diesel automatic version.

They offered me to take the xline/gt dct version since they have it with them. But since I am not looking for speed or power but milage, I had to decline.

I talked to the kia customer care and they say that I'll get it before the date mentioned in the booking docket and to have patience. So I am still waiting and hoping I'll get my car on or before 22nd September.
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Old 21st August 2023, 16:31   #362
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

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20km/L on highway for Seltos diesel automatic is quite optimistic, however possible if you don't exceed 80kmph. Ex.. Based on multiple drives on BLR-MYS new highway, at 90-100kmph on cruise control you get 18-19kmph.
Tbf, 80 is the maximum speed limit I drive with. My speed always hovers around 70-80 in the highway. I don't even remember when was the last time I touched 100 lol.

18-19 is a bit underwhelming after driving Honda city idetc and getting used to 20-22 kmpl.

But if that's the highest I can get with a car that features ADAS right now under 25lakhs, then so be it. I really need to upgrade after driving Honda city for 8 years now.

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Old 21st August 2023, 16:45   #363
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Accessories for Kia Seltos X Line (2023 Facelift)

Can anyone suggest mandatory basic items from the below accessory list for the Kia Seltos X Line (Matte)?

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Old 21st August 2023, 16:51   #364
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Re: Accessories for Kia Seltos X Line (2023 Facelift)

Have a look at the accessories at the SC and compare with local accessories shop for price and quality. Some of the KIA accessories are overpriced. Chrome garnish is not a necessity. Covers and mats can be bought outside.
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Re: Accessories for Kia Seltos X Line (2023 Facelift)

Having a Seltos GTX+ , I went for the floor mats from this list as they are KIA branded and got an Air Pump instead of all others. They should be OK when you reach their target of 11K. Don’t get those Chrome body liners they look Meh on a X-line.

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Old 21st August 2023, 17:19   #366
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

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Just like mine, it should have this written below the vehicle details section ��

"The booking is made under K-Code program which is eligible for the priority delivery. Please visit
Kia.com or speak to your dealer representative for further details."

Thank you so much for this detailed reply. Unfortunately, I don't see mention of K-Code in the vehicle details section

I hope there is a way to add it after the booking. I'm asking for the booking docket again to see if it shows any K-Code. My original docket says delivery date is 26th November

Edit: SA says, K-Code info is shown only for those who booked on July 14. Mine won't reflect in the docket. Hope I'm not being taken on a ride.

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Re: Accessories for Kia Seltos X Line (2023 Facelift)

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Can anyone suggest mandatory basic items from the below accessory list for the Kia Seltos X Line (Matte)?

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I would suggest you to get the mats and door visors. Door Visor OEM fitted will be perfectly cut according to the door dimensions and perfectly fit. Also get the screen protector, it is a must have.
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I see folks having issues with insurance quote. This is what I did. I was told that taking insurance from outside is discouraged. That during claims they wont honor it immediately. And, I have to sign some undertaking for it during delivery. Not sure how any of this is legal. So, I talked to the insurance person from showroom directly. They quoted 75k. I asked I can get it outside for 35k. He explained the entire "package" it comes with. I felt most of it were useless - like engine fault coverage, keyloss coverage, personal accident coverage. I asked them to remove all the covers except zero dep cover and give me the quote. It came to 45k which is still higher than outside, still better than initial quote. I can always choose a different insurer next year. So, negotiate with your showroom's insurance person.
Thanks for the idea!

Kia is using GoDigit for Insurance. When I check their website, it's showing 89k for IDV of 20L and including Zero dep

Which insurance company was showing 35k?
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Thank you so much for this detailed reply. Unfortunately, I don't see mention of K-Code in the vehicle details section

I hope there is a way to add it after the booking. I'm asking for the booking docket again to see if it shows any K-Code. My original docket says delivery date is 26th November

Edit: SA says, K-Code info is shown only for those who booked on July 14. Mine won't reflect in the docket. Hope I'm not being taken on a ride.
Exactly. I booked myself on kia website on 14th July. K code bookings were valid only for that day.

Anyway I still think it's upto the showroom and the variant you choose. A lot of people who didn't book using kcode have already got delivery of the techline variants but I haven't got my xline variant yet simply because it's not available.

Also I didn't book the gtline variant still, my SA has assured me I'll be the first one to get it may be even before someone who used kcode to book the gt line variant, because even though I booked the xline , I told my sa I am open to gtline variant as well and I'll pick up which ever variant is available first.

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Old 22nd August 2023, 00:00   #370
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

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Looks like I just have to do a TD in VST and go ahead with my booking in Capital.
So I did the test drive of the Turbo Petrol DCT, and surprisingly felt the engine was more vocal compared to the Diesel. Though I drove it in peak evening traffic and the heart of the city, in the few places where I could floor the pedal, the surge of power was addictive and fun to drive.

It was my first time driving a DCT and the shifts were more prominent compared to the TC automatic.

The ride was comfortable or maybe it's because my usual ride is a 9+ years old Hyundai Xcent.

Immediately after the TD of the Seltos, I had the chance to TD a 1.5L DSG VW Taigun. Comparing suspensions, I felt the VW had a harder suspension than the Seltos, though I didn't get a chance to take it on really bad roads. And Taigun's steering was very light in city speeds compared to the Seltos.

I think I did make a good choice with booking the Turbo Petrol DCT Seltos and I will update here on any progress.
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

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Thanks for the idea!

Kia is using GoDigit for Insurance. When I check their website, it's showing 89k for IDV of 20L and including Zero dep

Which insurance company was showing 35k?
I checked on PolicyBazaar for reference. I think I got the quote from one of the public insurance companies - National, I guess. Kia (or the showroom folks) don't have tie up with just one of the insurers. When I asked, they listed 4-5 players. I did not care which one, as I plan to stick with them for first year for hassle free experience only. They are giving me insurance from Edelweiss and the premium is coming to around 45k for zero dep after removing unnecessary add ons. Talk to the insurance folks at showroom. Dont rely on the website

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I checked on PolicyBazaar for reference. I think I got the quote from one of the public insurance companies - National, I guess. Kia (or the showroom folks) don't have tie up with just one of the insurers. When I asked, they listed 4-5 players. I did not care which one, as I plan to stick with them for first year for hassle free experience only. They are giving me insurance from Edelweiss and the premium is coming to around 45k for zero dep after removing unnecessary add ons. Talk to the insurance folks at showroom. Dont rely on the website
Thanks. Appreciate that. I see that you are in Bangalore. Which Kia dealership are you going with?
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Thanks. Appreciate that. I see that you are in Bangalore. Which Kia dealership are you going with?
Went with JSP Kia - the one on Hosur Road. No preference, just that it is closer.
Few caveats
  • This one appears to be relatively smaller showroom compared to the ones available in other parts of Bangalore.
  • My transaction with them is not complete yet, so cant fully comment on the experience
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Went with JSP Kia - the one on Hosur Road. No preference, just that it is closer.
Few caveats
  • This one appears to be relatively smaller showroom compared to the ones available in other parts of Bangalore.
  • My transaction with them is not complete yet, so cant fully comment on the experience
Fair enough
Dealerships are like black boxes. You don't know what you are getting into till the last moment. I'm going with Naara Kia for the exact same reason as you (proximity). I was expecting Kia's online dashboard to have proper tracking details to show at what stage of procurement/allotment our booking is, but sadly, no such options. Patiently waiting as I learn new things on team-bhp every single day!
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Old 22nd August 2023, 12:58   #375
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Re: 2023 Kia Seltos Facelift Review

Finally took delivery of the booked car last week. Had booked HTX IVT variant in Silver but due to unavailability took delivery of the same variant in Black.

I do have a query though, in case someone can shed some light on the matter. Does the new Seltos not come with a perfume in the air purifier anymore? I do believe I observed it being present in the outgoing model.
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