Kia Seltos 2023 review | Fresh design and a price hike, but is this small SUV more competitive?

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A mid-pack player in the hotly-contested Australian small SUV segment, Kia's Seltos goes up against some heavy-hitters.
MG's ZS leads the category ahead of the evergreen Mitsubishi ASX and rapidly rising Toyota Corolla Cross.
Fresh looks and a standard specification boost are aimed at pushing what has been a value-for-money special further up the leader board.
But sure enough, prices are up, too. So, the question is has Kia done enough to give its contender a fighting chance?
Richard Berry has tested the car at its Australian launch to determine whether it deserves to be added to your next new small SUV shopping list.
#Seltos #KiaSeltos #review
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:37 Pricing and features
03:11 Design
04:14 Practicality
05:10 Safety
05:38 Under the bonnet
06:16 Driving
10:17 Efficiency
10:45 Ownership
11:11 Verdict
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@rachaelb5465 Жыл бұрын

i really hate how many car review are done looking at the top of the range, these reviews should be done in the base models

@georgecorti5709 Жыл бұрын

Too b ad the Australian market misses out on 360 and side mirror cameras, also missing is the shifter dial, and dash cam spot...Seems these points , especially the 360 cameras which are a very important safety feature are never mentioned in any reviews.

@TropicFoxOne Жыл бұрын

I’ve been driving a 2019 Seltos for past 3 years & extremely happy with it until I checked out the new GT model. Yes I ordered the new Seltos & can’t wait for it to arrive. Great review.

@fulldakait1408 Жыл бұрын

Well done mate...insightful review

@sageallenneil Жыл бұрын

Why do you have that normal shift knob rather than the drive by wire thing?

@jasonc.8391 Жыл бұрын

How’s the road noise cancellation, heard it’s really bad in 2021 and 2022 version

@ethan28618 Жыл бұрын

Was this filmed in and around Lithgow?

@GuniBulls Жыл бұрын

Dude, i've been interested in getting a new car... and i've seen a few of your videos now. You are amazing Richard!! I LOVE your style!!

@mindfreeze0838 Жыл бұрын

If would say this, if the halogens offend you, thats what the aftermarket is for, buy your own led bulbs, plus you have the added benefit of not paying for the pleasure of led bulbs every month. All in all id rather get a Jolion or a Scross, the Jolion for the most tech for the money(including LED's lol) or the Scross if i want awd. Both of those cars have a turbo as standard.

@akumar448 Жыл бұрын

I thought the new one will get a dial instead of the gear lever are u reviewing the old model? Because the dial model has arrived already.

@gregburville3368 Жыл бұрын

What's happened to the Carsguide Friday Podcarst on KZfaq?

@malcolmscott4150 Жыл бұрын

Tucson is a longer wheelbase version of same platform I think - like the colour but design is a bit fussy

@johncleaver4245 Жыл бұрын

Have to disagree with his comment on the CTV, my wife has the 2 Lt sport plus and the way Kia has mimicked a standard auto with shift points is outstanding…unlike Honda/Mitsubishi CVT’s which feel like rubber band autos. Also the 2 Lt has a 15,000 km service interval compared to the 1.6 Lt turbo 10,000 km interval’s…living in the country and doing higher day to day Km make’s a big difference when it comes to the inconvenience of servicing we would need to do every 6 months with a 10,000 km service interval…all up my wife loves the car, and she’s not a “car person”

@sageallenneil Жыл бұрын

Agree

@SirGregory Жыл бұрын

In my experience CVTs work better with cruise control than conventional transmissions - they're always in the exact gear needed. Theoretically they will give better fuel consumption.

@TheLT704 Жыл бұрын

Wasn't expecting to watch this today as the next door neighbors had friends over and they drove in..in one of these and it was a dull yellow mustard colour..and I like the colour in your vlog..now your obviously Australian so curious to know where you filmed the driving..looks good!! And if you're an AFL fan.. curious to know who you root for.. hopefully not a Lion's fan.. As the lights go out on them ha ha ha 🦘🦘🦘

@mvnorsel6354 Жыл бұрын

Wonder what fuel consumption the tester achieved ?

@allanroberts2483 Жыл бұрын

Please clarify. Is the tranny the 8 speed torque converter or the 8 speed DCT. Would not touch one with the DCT. Major reliability problems appearing.

@trailtalkmtb6603 Жыл бұрын

Torque converter

@TheMonicagal Жыл бұрын

Hello...Do you like this Seltos or the Mazda CX-30 better and why? Thank you!

@worrywart1311 Жыл бұрын

I'd also like to hear his view on that.

@yasminwilson7420 Жыл бұрын

The new model was revealed here in the states a few days ago I love it but sadly not enough to replace my 2023 Sorento SX Prestige

@dezzaman100 Жыл бұрын

Anyone know how reliable the turbo engines are? And the CVT?

@sageallenneil Жыл бұрын

Prolly similar to i30s 1.6gdi older cerato 1.6gdis. Would last even before you get bored of it.

@ozymandias7940 7 ай бұрын

7yr Unlimited km warranty, so who cares? Guessing it will last at least 7yrs.... lol

@mardovenadap Жыл бұрын

best car reviewer...

@corporatepsychobabble188 Жыл бұрын

I wish they would drop the CVT and just use a traditional automatic. The CVT in the North American market seems to have plenty of problems.

@nzautoreview7829 Жыл бұрын

So what is the real figures for the consumption?cheers

@robertceroli3512 Жыл бұрын

Probably about 8 point something

@person.X. Жыл бұрын

Y exactly? What kind of review just regurgitates the official figures? Couldn't they at least have a look at the trip computer?

@risgio5312 Жыл бұрын

Perfect model beautiful

@whatever_12 Жыл бұрын

Kia has a winner that can win some more if it had better fuel economy. A hybrid would make it perfect for most people's i think.. And 5k for a sunroof and led lights, Who do they think they are! mercedes?

@galacticgorillaaah Жыл бұрын

If you are thinking about buying a new Seltos I'd suggest you hold off until they fix the overspeed warning - it's absolutely infuriating, and it is not a quick process to turn it off every time you start the car. Ridiculous feature that if I knew how bad it was I would not have bought the car.

@agamkataria1396 7 ай бұрын

You must check Indian spec Kia seltos that is more diverse in features. We get led headlamps and 17 inch alloys from mid varients. its like petrol/diesel. Manual/IMT/DCT. HTE,HTE+,HTK,HTK+,HTX,HTX+,GT,GTX,GTX+,X,X+

@NicolaSturgeon-pl4bs Жыл бұрын

So the bottom three get a 2.0 litre engine and the top two a 1.6 ?

@trevorstevens2889 Жыл бұрын

Yes, it's common for a lot of Hyundai and Kai vehicles. The difference is the smaller motor has a turbo and more horsepower while the 2 liter doesn't. You also get the 8spd transmission rather than the CVT trans.

@LelenSingsit Жыл бұрын

Nice car nice video

@leedaq7767 Жыл бұрын

great review, you will be VERY suprised in Kia Korea the range of options and upgrade depends what you value or based on your budget. Very sad to see KIA only allow 4 trim range to choose from. NOT COOL KIA

@JamesZ888 Жыл бұрын

Wish there was more seat colour option for the gt line in Australia, the black leather is just way too bland now days

@stevekember1219 Жыл бұрын

IVE a 2lt sport plus 2020 great comfortable car to drive and there is no loud noise only down side is the halogen lights otherwise its a great car .

@ozymandias7940 7 ай бұрын

Buy some LED globes = Fixed.

@dann5515 Жыл бұрын

If this Seltos GT line cost you 50K. Will you buy Seltos over Kia Sportage SX+ DCT for 48K? Or would you rather upgrade Kia Sportage GT Line that comes with Panoramic sun roof and all the extras safety tech features included and bigger size than Seltos for 54K which cost u 4k more than Seltos GT? I think the Seltos GT is way over prices!

@dann5515 Жыл бұрын

@@madisonimogen6509 well pretty much all hot cars is on waiting list for least half year unless you wanna get on china's brand car in shorter waiting list.

@madisonimogen6509 Жыл бұрын

@@dann5515 The GT Sportage 1.6 Petrol has an additional wait due to various supply issues. This is on top of the other brands wait times, including their own wait times for the Diesel variant and their other models, not just because it’s a “hot car”. It’s seeming that the wait time is well over 12 months now. I’ve been told mine is unlikely to arrive this year meaning it will be over 16 months wait, if I don’t give up waiting for it.

@dann5515 Жыл бұрын

@@madisonimogen6509 My rav4 waiting time is 2 years from now. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV wait time minimal 12 months from now. So is Nissa X-Trail. Mazda CX60 wait time 6month assumed the cost is way too expensives for many people to reconsider. Kia EV6 no answer till next year. They are all hot favorite SUV cars in Australia! But those who cant wait or getting the cheap deal that is ready for you are MG HS, Haval 6/Jolion.

@ozymandias7940 7 ай бұрын

What do you drive, a 1962 Morris 1100?

@dann5515 7 ай бұрын

@@ozymandias7940 who told u that? And no idiot. I drive Cat bulldozer D8 series.

@susannahtearaura6062 Жыл бұрын

It annoys me for the NZ model we get Halogen Lights and features that aren't worth the price tag. I was going to pre-order the LX+ Urban model, but when reading the features....it's so "basic" and the total cost for it (including ORC) is just under $34,000. $3000 of it is for accessories and I'm assuming it's for the collision avoidance assist and smart cruise control and a few others. Even the key is standard. I'm reconsidering ordering this vehicle as it's not worth the money you pay because if you want something with more tech and specs...that'll be an extra $10,000+

@cleat2526 Жыл бұрын

We just ordered the standard s the extra 3k gets you 17inch instead of 17inch rims, automatic climate control and blind spot sensors. I'm going to spend what I saved on bigger wheels

@kshitijmehta4507 Жыл бұрын

Great funny review

@1969cmp Жыл бұрын

...okay....I get the digital driver display after hiring an i30 the last two weeks. But I'd like to see the speed and tachometer housed in a regular pod, like the i30 rather than just glueing a tablet to the dash as it's lazy and boring design.

@LawlessRaafay Жыл бұрын

Sportage GT Line all day long for me

@pradeepmagan6951 Жыл бұрын

For us old people how tall are you 6 ft 3 ?

@SirGregory Жыл бұрын

He said 191cm at 04:36.

@boofoo6072 Жыл бұрын

Why has no one mentioned the obnoxious overspeed warning that alarms every time you go a few klms over the speed limit! Then you go into the cars settings (press around 4 buttons) turn it off, and then every time you turn the ignition off that warning alarm defaults back to on!!! Dealbreaker! Sorry but this is safety gone stupid! So annoying, otherwise a great little car and I would have gladly bought it!

@ma77mc 9 ай бұрын

And he didn't once mention how ANNOYING the car is, I have had one as a rental for three weeks and can't wait to hand it back. Speed limit recognition is obtrusive, I had my cruise set at the limit, up hill it went 2km over and then I get the chimes, It Bings and Bongs ALL THE TIME but never actually tells you why its binging or bonging. Its a shame, It is fundamentally a good car but the safety aids take it from a solid 8.5/10 to a 4.5/10 to me.

@ozymandias7940 7 ай бұрын

Looks like a great car, but.... Those wheels!? They're horrible! I actually saw one on the road yesterday and the wheels look horrendous up close. Still, can always change them I guess...

@yahikoksm5125 Жыл бұрын

The sport+ is 28 lakhs?? Jesus!

@simonmajura Жыл бұрын

Kia and Hyundai Australia continue to treat LED headlights like a luxury, not safety item. It was the No. 1 reason why I chose to buy a Subaru over their offerings and will continue to do so. Absolute Head light robbery (ba dum tish)!

@K-SD-DAD Жыл бұрын

Buying a different brand because of an insignificant bulb that you can easily do it yourself for $10. LMFAO.

@enriqueali Жыл бұрын

No hybrid version in 2022 isn't good at all

@bradleymeyer8066 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2023, 1500 miles used over1/2 quart oil, sounds like diesel engine( trash)back wiper stays on sometimes,till frt ones get turned off.last rain, .don't recommend

@mahdimir Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏

@dsinghr Жыл бұрын

Looks exactly same as current model

@Dancer810 Жыл бұрын

This refresh is for 2024, not for the 2023 model. I wish people would get their facts straight before posting these videos!

@mohammedshahin6422 Жыл бұрын

edward norton? 😆

@Gigithinker2 Ай бұрын

Ha…..halogen lights in 2024 . Nuts 😂

@bradleymeyer8066 Жыл бұрын

You will need the 7 year warranty, Kia engines rank very bad on reliability, we keep a window buster in car now in case of fire( seriously) unfortunately my 2023 sports is going to be nothing but trouble, I can't live without a car.this one was in shop next day after purchasing

@MrNatural Жыл бұрын

Great car, woeful play school review….bizarre

@avghosh Жыл бұрын

I don't Kia and Hyundai, because of the reliability issues with it's engine. I know they give 7years warranty, but still. I would rather buy a Toyota, Honda or a Mazda. They are more expensive, but will last you longer. Resale values of Kia and Hyundai are not good for a reason.