Rumour: Kia Sonet, Seltos to get 6 airbags as standard

At present, 6 airbags are only available on the top-variants of the Sonet and Seltos.

According to a media report, Kia will be updating the standard safety kit offered on the Sonet and Seltos. It is said that from next month, both SUVs will come equipped with 6-airbags as standard.

At present, Kia offers 6-airbags only on the 'GTX+' variant of the Sonet and 'GTX+' and 'X Line' trims of the Seltos. The report also states that the Sonet and Seltos will be offered in the new Blue exterior colour that was recently introduced on the Carens.

The Seltos is also due for a mid-life refresh. As part of the update, the SUV is likely to get a redesigned front fascia and new taillamp clusters. It could also get a panoramic sunroof and ADAS.

The updated Seltos is expected to be offered with the same engines as the outgoing model. These include 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. The 6-speed manual, 6-speed IVT, 6-speed automatic and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmissions are likely to be retained as well.

Source: Rushlane