[aditya_rd]

Hurray!!! Got keys of my Kia Seltos HTK+ D-AT. Here are first impressions :

1. I had booked the car on 4th Oct. The model and color I was asking were available with the dealer. Refer this for my booking experience (The Kia Seltos SUV (SP Concept). EDIT : Launched at Rs. 9.69 lakhs).

2. Though there were multiple holidays in between, I ended up getting the car within around 6 working days. That's pretty awesome for Seltos

3. Sales person and Service advisor, explained the features and handed over the documents and keys (Will share pics later)

4. It was my first leap from small hatchback to SUV and at the same time, first leap from manual to car with automated transmission.

5. First 15 km drive was in Bumper to Bumper traffic. This is the first time I sincerely appreciated the bliss of driving AT car. Though (obviously) I miss sneaky drive of i10, Seltos does not seem to be too different to drive. Learning curve was very minimal.

6. I have no clue about BS6 diesel fuel availability in Bangalore, so ended up putting Shell premium diesel first time.

7. As car didn't come with mats (no stock at dealer), I ended up putting the 3M nomad mats. Early impression are they do their work but are not great looking.

<For next 3 points, special thanks to Team BHP members and posts for valuable insight and guidance>

8. Also ended up getting 3M CR-70 for front door and 3M paint protector coating for all corners. Ended up spending around 28K at 3M shop on Sarjapur road.(Will share details and reviews soon). High five to their quality of work, honesty and ability to explain the products to customers.

9. I will be getting Art leather seat covers from Trends HSR tomorrow. (Will share details and reviews soon).

10. Bought Viofo A129-DG Duo Dual Channel 5GHz Wi-Fi Full HD Car Dash Dual Camera DVR with GPS from Banggood for around Rs. 9000/- including shipping and insurance charges. The Code mentioned in TeamBHP thread was useful in getting me around Rs. 7500/- discount. Waiting for it to arrive and to be fixed. Refer this for details : https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/car-e...ml#post4664294 (The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread)

10. Still contemplating the decision on wether to buy subwoofer and amp or not. If so, which one?

11. After driving around 100Km (almost all in Bumper to Bumper traffic of Sarjapur road) I am getting milage of around 7KMPL. Hope it improves soon.

12. Minor issues/mistake : I had told NOT to include expended warranty. When the split up was explained to me it was NOT there. But it sneaked in the final bill. Typical newbie error, I did sign docs without cross checking and believing the words. Sales person later told it was mistake and he would revert the amount in 7 days. Anyways, considering the car & brand are new, I was in 2 minds about it in the first place. I expressed the displeasure yet told them not to refund and continue with extended warrenty

[sidenzo]

Originally Posted by ADB

I have been using UVO since day 1, on my iPhone (10 days ago is when I received the car) and the UVO app on the Apple store works perfectly. Attaching a screenshot. I guess the region selected was the issue (US App Store instead of Indian).

Mine is showing login error even after several password changes and relaunch. Does the app work only after receiving HSRP number? Mine is still due.

[ADB]

Originally Posted by sidenzo

Mine is showing login error even after several password changes and relaunch. Does the app work only after receiving HSRP number? Mine is still due.

That’s surprising. Mine worked at the first attempt itself. Try uninstalling and reinstalling. Create a new account and try. I have not received the HSRP. In fact, I still have a temporary number.

Originally Posted by aditya_rd

10. Bought Viofo A129-DG Duo Dual Channel 5GHz Wi-Fi Full HD Car Dash Dual Camera DVR with GPS from Banggood for around Rs. 9000/- including shipping and insurance charges. The Code mentioned in TeamBHP thread was useful in getting me around Rs. 7500/- discount. Waiting for it to arrive and to be fixed. Refer this for details : https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/car-e...ml#post4664294 (The Dashcam / Car Video Recorder (DVR) Thread)

Interesting. Do share how you end up installing it. I want to do the same but have two concerns -
1. Rattling in the interiors if I open up the cladding to conceal the wires while hardwiring it to the fuse box
2. Voiding the warranty of the car

I wish Kia offered a dash cam as a genuine accessory.


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[sidenzo]

Originally Posted by ADB

That’s surprising. Mine worked at the first attempt itself. Try uninstalling and reinstalling. Create a new account and try. I have not received the HSRP. In fact, I still have a temporary number.

Tried everything still no luck. Before getting the vehicle i had tried to make account and was successful but don't know what happened now.

[AGwagon]

Originally Posted by sidenzo

Tried everything still no luck. Before getting the vehicle i had tried to make account and was successful but don't know what happened now.

I went through the same thing. Some dealers are just not trained in this.

Firstly the dealer will have to upload the gate pass of the car at their end for the UVO app in your car to work which will then allow you to register. Since the details asked there also requires a permanent number, the dealer is unable to complete this without knowing that the same can be done only using the VIN number of the car.

Try telling the dealer this and see if it helps. If still it doesn't work just call the callcentre at Kia, and as long as you can provide him some details (version codes, etc from your car and VIN) they can remotely help solve the problem without even getting the dealer involved.

I am also still on Temp Plates.

[ADB]

Originally Posted by sidenzo

Tried everything still no luck. Before getting the vehicle i had tried to make account and was successful but don't know what happened now.

Hmmm. That is of. Just wait - maybe a server issue. Perhaps a reboot (if you haven’t tried already).

[aditya_rd]

Originally Posted by ADB

Interesting. Do share how you end up installing it. I want to do the same but have two concerns -
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I checked with Kia service advisor at showroom while taking the delivery. Asked him, if I get this cam (front & back) will he be able to take care of wiring. He asked if this comes with sufficient length wires. If so, he would be able to fix as part of first service. Keeping fingers crossed. Also, I do not think I will meddle with original wiring. Instead will connect to the USB charger through concealed wiring.

[sidenzo]

Originally Posted by ADB

Hmmm. That is of. Just wait - maybe a server issue. Perhaps a reboot (if you haven’t tried already).

Originally Posted by AGwagon

I went through the same thing. Some dealers are just not trained in this.

Firstly the dealer will have to upload the gate pass of the car at their end for the UVO app in your car to work which will then allow you to register. Since the details asked there also requires a permanent number, the dealer is unable to complete this without knowing that the same can be done only using the VIN number of the car.

Try telling the dealer this and see if it helps. If still it doesn't work just call the callcentre at Kia, and as long as you can provide him some details (version codes, etc from your car and VIN) they can remotely help solve the problem without even getting the dealer involved.

I am also still on Temp Plates.

Finally UVO is working. Special thanks to fellow Tbhpian adi_petrolhead for his assistance. Though I had tried password recovery many times yesterday but wasn’t successful but a single try from his phone did the job.
Tried unlocking the doors and it did it in less than 10 seconds. Works just fine
The only thing off for me was the current fuel level showing in the app.

[AGwagon]

Hi Guys, here is now the second part update that I had promised a while ago, which is largely to do with an accident that I had with my Seltos on the 3rd of October, exactly 4th day of taking the delivery

Firstly, I was the one driving with my wife and 3 yr old daughter buckled in the rear-bench. We all were absolutely fine without a scratch. My daughter who was busy with her cartoons, never even realised that the accident had happened.

We were driving towards Jaipur from Ranthambore after completing the afternoon Safari (no we didn't see any tigers) and were suggested to take the route via Tonk by multiple people. So after finishing the Safari at 6:30PM, we started towards Jaipur a 180km drive.

The highway from Ranthambore to Tonk, is newly made and WIP, which has no traffic, no streetlights, no peripheral markings or boundary, but new freshly paved roads in parts with reflectors. Within 5km leaving the city, I realised the state of the road, insisted that the daughter to be strapped in the baby seat and wife to give her company at the rear until she sleeps.

I have never seen so many cows, buffalos on a highway not going anywhere just sitting on the road (which I am assuming not too long ago was their field, and in the absence of boundaries or any traffic, 'they had the right of the way'). With no street lights and pitch black surroundings I had decided to take it slow and was progressing with extreme caution. I was having to weave through these herds regularly through all 6-lanes (3 each side), and many times honking my way through.

The all LED setup along with Fogs were all doing a good job illuminating and were responsible in allowing me to continue forward, when suddenly I managed to discern the buffalo herd, against the pitch black road just a few Metres before. I managed to brake sharply and steer right, but still hit the standing - Mr. Buffalo The III.

The impact wasn't nasty as the car just pushed the hefty bovine forward, it fell, rolled over and got on its feet again. The car to me honestly also felt fine, other than I could see that the bonnet had folded a bit from the impact. The headlights were all working fine and the car was running without any fuss. Given it was completely deserted and I was with my family I pushed on immediately, without getting out.

My wife was quite shook-up (she was a split second quicker than me to spot them), my daughter completely unaware and me counting each mile and worried sick of the damage on the new car. At this point we were at 40km/180km and had a long way to go and the next few miles were spent me trying to ascertain if everything was working fine from the driver's seat, without stopping.

UVO: I immediately pressed the RSA button on the IRVM (no point pushing the SOS as I was still driving), and after about 2km, the cell network connected and the call was answered by KIA's call centre, who I must add was re-assuring to have, but completely useless in finding out the service stations near my destination in Jaipur. So after 15minutes of speaking with him and assuring him that I do not need a RSA(I had no intention of waiting in the middle of nowhere with not a person around), I told him I do not think he can help me in anyway and that I would just google a KIA workshop once I reach the hotel the next day. So the system works and had I been in a complete soup, it could have helped, but for my situation it was useless (I hope I don't have to use it again).

Long story short, I managed mid-way to stop and check the damage partially, but I could really gauge the damage only in day-light the next morning. I had informed the GIC and told them since the vehicle was running fine, I will only take it to the workshop in Delhi on the 6th, which I did. Completing another 350km of local Jaipur sightseeing and journey back home. The car had no mechanical issues, no electrical issues, no sensor issues, no noise, hanging parts, but a completely banged up face.

I am certain that even a brand new Seltos wouldn't have captured as many eyes (and Photos), as my banged up car on temp plates did. But, we did it all visiting Forts, Palaces, 5-stars, Chokhi Dhani and what not.

The car got inspected on the 7th and I was told that the number of parts which were hit, slightly hit or had small chip or damage made-up almost of the entire front - both headlamps, RH Fog, Bumper, Bonnet, RH fender, RH Light bar, Grill, Grill Garnish, Hinges, Air Filter Assy. etc.

Since the car was only days old, the claim was authorised and then began the arduous journey of trying to find parts and trained mechanics in the middle of Navratri season.

FYR, I had taken a fully comprehensive Zero Dep + RTI + Consumables+ many more on my own, and given the car is only 1500cc (I saved a 1k+ on file charges, because of the 1.6 downsizing to 1.5 ) paid less than 1.5k for the entire ordeal. The bill to the insurance company was north of 1.2lakh as just the different lights were 60k(28k+28k+7k+7k).

The car was finally delivered to me yesterday night on 17th (after 10days), and therefore I decided to write about it today. First service was also done given 1200+km were already done.

While if I could go back and avoid the accident by doing somethings differently, I would do so in a heart-beat. But, I am equally glad that everyone escaped unscathed and no material damage happened to the car as well. We were also able to complete our trip, as intended (although, understandably I was a bit sad the remaining days).

I can assure that Seltos is quite solidly built and tightly packaged. I know had it been any of our common Jap cars, things would have been quite different. However, as is the case in the modern cars, the engine pay is an origami of tightly packed parts, which meant that even when only 3 parts (RH Headlight, Bonnet, Bumper) were directly hit, everything else became collateral damage, resulting in quite a handsome bill.

I am enjoying my Kia again now (I have had it for 8 out of 19days now) and will keep updating on the ownership experience here. Hopefully from hereon, time at A.S.S. will be minimal.

Thank you for reading and your concerns in advance. Have a nice weekend!

[Don Dasco]

Originally Posted by abhidube

Picked up my GTX DCT Petrol today.

Originally Posted by aditya_rd

Hurray!!! Got keys of my Kia Seltos HTK+ D-AT.

Congratulations Abhi & Aditya on your new possessions. wish you happy miles ahead.

Originally Posted by sidenzo

I have a strange rattle from passenger side rear area, it comes on even when passing over small potholes or sometimes even while turning the vehicle at a decent speed or crossing over a speed breaker. Need to find out where it comes from.

Just have a check at the passenger seat belt buckle which hits the B pillar that causes the rattle.

Originally Posted by AGwagon

Hi Guys, here is now the second part update that I had promised a while ago, which is largely to do with an accident that I had with my Seltos on the 3rd of October, exactly 4th day of taking the delivery

Glad to know everyone in the car escaped unhurt, hope that Buffalo escaped with minimal injuries, I am sure your conscious controlled speed limit helped you to act swiftly & avoided something catastrophic, in one of my motorcycle trip in Rajasthan & Gujarat border, localites warned us about Nilgai's (Blue Bull) which jumps on bikers, we rode with extreme caution & pretty much slowed down from 100kmph to 40's.

[realactivex]

Originally Posted by AGwagon

Hi Guys, here is now the second part update that I had promised a while ago, which is largely to do with an accident that I had with my Seltos on the 3rd of October, exactly 4th day of taking the delivery .

Sorry to hear abt the mishap, glad that it has not left any residual damage.
By the way, did the airbags deploy?

[sidenzo]

Originally Posted by Don Dasco

Just have a check at the passenger seat belt buckle which hits the B pillar that causes the rattle.

All the seatbelt’s are buckled in already..I think one of the seats back was a bit loose have pushed it all the way. Let’s see now.

[TG_F196]

Originally Posted by AGwagon

Hi Guys, here is now the second part update that I had promised a while ago, which is largely to do with an accident that I had with my Seltos on the 3rd of October, exactly 4th day of taking the delivery

Glad to hear that you and your family are safe and unhurt. I was stranded in a similar situation in the middle of nowhere in the dark and had to wait 4 hours for RSA, so I know how scary it would have been for you.

[isldhn]

Originally Posted by AGwagon

Hi Guys, here is now the second part update that I had promised a while ago, which is largely to do with an accident that I had with my Seltos on the 3rd of October, exactly 4th day of taking the delivery

Thank you for reading and your concerns in advance. Have a nice weekend!

All is well that ends well. Glad to know your well being and also good to hear that the car took the hit well. Toppling a near 200 kg buffalo is pretty scary. I, like some other members, am also wondering why you have not mentioned anything about the airbags being deployed. This means that there was no such incident as that would mean an urgent visit to the service centre. Anyway’s, do post frontal photographs of the car post the accident so that we can get an idea about how severe was the hit, if you dont mind that is.

I agree man, comprehensive insurance is the way to go, especially the fine points such as RTI and consumables coverage. These things are realised once the claim arises. Good for you.

[sandygordon]

Awaiting my GTX plus DCT in the last week of October. Facebook is full of heating issues of this DCT gearbox. A bit worried now. I hope those who have got the 1.4 DCT GTX / GTX+ here have no issues. Fingers crossed.