New Delhi, January 19: Kia has launched the highly anticipated Kia Seltos diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox in India, providing car owners with an enhanced driving experience. The introduction of the manual transmission is set to attract consumers who prefer to have more control over their driving.
According to a report by Overdrive, the Kia Seltos diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox is available in five different trims within the Tech Line version. These trims include HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, and HTX+. The Kia Seltos is renowned for its design and comes in a range of stunning colors, including the special Matte Graphite color for the top model, Seltos X-Line. The available color options are Gravity Grey, Intense Red, Imperial Blue, Glacier White, Aurora Black Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Clear White, and Pewter Oliver. Additionally, customers can choose from two dual-tone options: Glacier White Pearl with Aurora Black Pearl and Intense Red with Aurora Black Pearl.
Equipped with a 1.5-litre, inline four-cylinder, turbocharged engine, the Kia Seltos diesel offers a powerful performance, delivering 116PS of power and 250Nm of torque. The diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox boasts the same features as the automatic variants. This includes a sunroof, six airbags, a 360-degree view camera, a heads-up display feature, and a music system with eight speakers, as reported by Autocar India.
The Kia Seltos diesel with the 6-speed manual gearbox is competitively priced at Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). Interested buyers can now place their bookings for the Seltos diesel MT, with deliveries expected to commence next month.
With the launch of the Kia Seltos diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox, Kia aims to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of Indian car owners. By providing a manual transmission option alongside the automatic variants, Kia ensures that consumers have the freedom to choose a driving experience that suits them best.
As Kia continues to expand its presence in the Indian market, this latest addition to the Seltos lineup is expected to further solidify the brand’s position in the highly competitive SUV segment. With its stylish design, powerful performance, and an array of features, the Kia Seltos diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox is sure to attract discerning car buyers across the country.
In conclusion, the launch of the Kia Seltos diesel variant with a 6-speed manual gearbox marks an important milestone for Kia in India. With its focus on customer preferences and driving experience, Kia continues to make strides in the Indian automotive market, offering a wide range of options to meet the diverse needs of consumers.
