
Kia's new model in the C-SUV segment, Seltos, took its place in the Turkish market with its 180 PS turbo engine and prices starting from 2,349,000 TL.
Kia's global best-selling model Seltos is on sale in Türkiye with a 180 PS turbo engine, 3-screen digital cockpit and prices starting from 2,349,000 TL.
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Kia Seltos is the brand's second best-selling model in global markets.
The new Kia Seltos is on sale in Turkey with its 180 PS turbo engine, 3-screen digital cockpit and price starting from 2,349,000 TL.
Seltos, Kia's second best-selling model in the global market, has officially hit the roads of Türkiye. The model makes an assertive entry into the C-SUV segment with three different equipment options: Cool, Elegance and X-Line; It awaits its buyers with a price tag starting from 2,349,000 TL with its 180 horsepower turbo engine, modern cockpit architecture and rich security technologies.
Reflecting the brand's current design philosophy, the new Seltos draws attention with its characteristic "Star Map" lighting group at the front and sharp lines extending towards the grille. Offering a length of 4,430 mm, a width of 1,830 mm and a wheelbase of 2,690 mm, the vehicle promises a spacious living space at class standards. Body details that vary depending on the equipment packages include 16-inch alloy wheels in the Cool package, 18-inch alloy wheels in the Elegance and 19-inch alloy wheels in the X-Line version, which is the top step. The X-Line package also displays a more muscular appearance with dark body details and black logos.
Three-Screen Cockpit and Large Living Area
When we move into the cabin, we see a spacious console with horizontal architecture. In the driver-oriented cockpit, a 12.3-inch Supervision digital instrument panel, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a 5.3-inch touchscreen air conditioning panel positioned just below work together. While the panoramic glass roof increases the spaciousness in the interior, a loading volume of 483 liters is offered behind the electric and memory tailgate. When the rear seats are folded, this space expands to 1,458 liters.
Kia Seltos Technical Specifications
Engine: 1.6 liter TGDI Turbo Gasoline
Power: 180 PS
Torque: 265 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed Dual Clutch Automatic (DCT)
Traction: Front Wheel Drive
0-100 km/h Acceleration: 8.8 seconds
Maximum Speed: 208 km/h
Average Fuel Consumption (WLTP): 6.6 lt / 100 km
Luggage Volume: 483 liters (1,458 liters when the seats are folded)
180 Horsepower Turbo Power and Advanced Safety
The 1.6-liter TGDI turbo gasoline unit operating under the hood more than meets performance expectations with 180 PS power and 265 Nm torque. Paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission, the model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. Adapting its character to the road with Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes, Seltos keeps driving comfort at the highest level thanks to its optimized suspension system and rigid chassis.
On the security side, level-up ADAS technologies are included in the standard equipment. While systems such as Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Tracking Assistant, Blind Spot Collision Prevention and Front Collision Prevention Assist provide safe journeys; In the upper packages, a 360-degree surround view camera and blind spot monitoring assistant come into play. In addition, thanks to the Kia Connect infrastructure, door locks and fuel information can be controlled via a smartphone and the vehicle software can be updated wirelessly (OTA).

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