
While all the hype is about the electric iX2, it's the entry petrol grade that should probably get the most attention in the second-gen range.
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James Wong
Seven colours are offered across the line-up, including a new Pluton Blue finish. The outgoing models’ Starlight Yellow has been dropped, while Clear White and Pluton Blue are available with a contrast Fusion Black roof exclusively on the Seltos GT-Line.
The other single colours include Neptune blue, Mars orange, Steel grey, Gravity grey, Cherry black and Snow White pearl.
While all the hype is about the electric iX2, it's the entry petrol grade that should probably get the most attention in the second-gen range.
James Wong
In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.
Jack Quick
Type | ||
TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, MULTI-POINT INJECTION | |
Size (cc) | ||
1998 | 1591 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L | 1.6L, 2.0L | |
Cylinders | ||
4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
150kW - 233kW | 110kW - 146kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5000 - 5750 | 6000 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
300Nm - 400Nm | 180Nm - 265Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1450 - 2000 | 1600 - 4500 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
- | - |