[ssoni.1411]

Originally Posted by aseem23

Hey, Sharing some numbers of Seltos for Aug. Kia’s Seltos continued its steady growth, landing at the seventh spot with 10,698 units sold, a 23.65% increase over the previous year. The Seltos maintained a 7.62% market share.

Source: https://www.rushlane.com/top-10-suvs...-12478491.html

Creta has held its position even after so many launches, particularly I thought Seltos facelift will pull buyers but it is still going strong. Wonder what the Creta Facelift is going to do!

[Mr Anderson]

Originally Posted by Sufficient_shop

Well, Seltos sold 9500+ units in July 2023 (pre-facelift), so I don't think sales are an issue at all. It's one of the top selling models despite all the brouhaha around safety and NCAP. Don't have Aug numbers but it should be strong.



To be honest, I'm very tempted to go with white if this wait continues. I was told nearly 50% of the bookings are for White and most are for GTX+ DCT itself, so I thought I'll get another chance anyway.

I booked a Seltos X-Line using K-code since that was always what my hearted wanted. But I told my dealership that I am open for GT-Line option as well.

The colour options I gave my SA in order of preference was X-Line > black > grey > silver > white.

Green blue and red were never an option for me.

If only one was available I would taken which ever got delivered first. Gladly X-Line was the first and only model they could arrange.

10 days later they still haven't got another GT-Line / X-Line diesel version in their showroom. The availability is an issue in my city. I am not sure about yours.

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[Sufficient_shop]

Originally Posted by ssoni.1411

Creta has held its position even after so many launches, particularly I thought Seltos facelift will pull buyers but it is still going strong. Wonder what the Creta Facelift is going to do!

Hyundai has been around for decades and will continue to garner more attention and sales compared to Kia. Creta facelift should be kickass too and local Hyundai dealer told me they are looking at Jan 2024 launch instead of April/May as they had planned earlier.

[ssoni.1411]

Originally Posted by Sufficient_shop

This thread is dead as a doornail. I expected it to slow down with Elevate and Nexon hogging limelight this week, but didn't expect it to go dead completely

Are people taking deliveries? There's no update on my delivery except that I was offered a White GTX+ DCT and I rejected as I'm looking for Sparkling Silver only. As per the recommendation of one of the tBHP members on this thread, I emailed the dealer and figured out I'm fourth in line for this particular color/variant. No idea how long it'd take to get the allotment.

Asked my SA too yesterday about the update. He said to wait, he will inform when my car gets allotted. I am in no hurry since I have requested to get the car in Oct.

Originally Posted by Sufficient_shop

Hyundai has been around for decades and will continue to garner more attention and sales compared to Kia. Creta facelift should be kickass too and local Hyundai dealer told me they are looking at Jan 2024 launch instead of April/May as they had planned earlier.

If it is true, makes me want to reconsider whether I should take my delivery next month or wait a few more months. Agreed the car will be more or less the same, but the Hyundai badge commands a priority.

[Mr Anderson]

Originally Posted by ssoni.1411

Creta has held its position even after so many launches, particularly I thought Seltos facelift will pull buyers but it is still going strong. Wonder what the Creta Facelift is going to do!

For every 1 dealership of Kia, Hyundai has 4. They have been here since 1998 while Kia arrived recently in 2019. People simply have more access to Hyundai's cars due to more dealerships, hence more sale. There are still numerous smaller cities and towns that have a Hyundai showroom but not Kia. Seltos is not even an option for them.

What Kia has achieved with just 1/4th the number of outlets as compared to Hyundai is phenomenal.

[Chugh_H]

Since there are not too many delivery updates on the thread, let me share a pic of my GTX+ that I received on 1st of this month. I haven't driven much yet as I had an outstation trip planned but early impressions echo the views and sentiments that most people have talked about on the forum.

1. In my view, the car looks great from the outside. I wish Kia would not have added the excessive chrome though, espc on the door handles and the window line. Once inside, it is true that the all black interiors might make a few folks feel claustrophobic but things do lighten up a little once you open the roof liner.
   
2. Most of my first 100kms went in understanding all the warnings and chimes the car threw at me. By default, all the ADAS features were switched on, plus an audio warning to notify driver of children crossing on the road (switched it off via Navigation). I switched off all ADAS / assist features except auto parking sensor switch on, blind spot warning, and rear cross traffic emergency braking. I'll switch off the emergency braking too tomorrow as the braking action is too sudden.
   
3. The other car in my garage is a 2018 Ecosport with 17" wheels so I am not the best person to comment on ride quality, nothing can disappoint me in this regard.
   
4. In comparison to Ecosport, the handling dynamics aren't bad, neither is the steering. That said, the ford is still more engaging to drive, more so because it's a manual.
   
5. There is definitely a DCT lag at low speeds. Also, this isn't a smooth gearbox < 20kmph. Since I am moving from a manual, it's pronounced for me.
   
6. But if you are in the mood to pick up some speed, it's effortless in this car. Things change significantly when you move the gearbox to S mode. With the whole dials changing color drama when you do so, and the gearbox keeping engine above 2k rpm, you ought to get a smile on your face if you are coming from a smaller car.
   
7. The car is feature loaded to the T, but they somehow managed to skip a request sensor on the passenger side door. Also, the sensor is a button type rather than a capacitive one you get with Ford (or even Hondas). Makes me appreciate my Ford even more.
   
8. If you are really lazy, the stop-and-go cruise control actually is useable on 2+ lane roads. There are options to dial how quickly and smooth the system will react. Also, at an instance it failed to recognise a bike which dived in between me and the leading car. The lane keep assist also worked fine when I tried, I don't trust the system yet so didn't try for a long time. I think I'd never get a chance to use it anyway. The blind spot warning is, well, a warning in your ORVM, until you actually turn on either indicator and then it beeps thrice or so if it senses an object, this is Ford / VW level smartness that I wasn't expecting in a KIA . I am not sure if this is how it is with all blind spot warning systems.
   
9. The autohold is a godsend feature. If you tap the brake lightly and come to a stop, it wouldn't engage. Press the brake hard once and it will hold the car.
   

Let me know if there are specific questions that I can help answer for those who are waiting for their deliveries / unsure of something.

[Mr Anderson]

Originally Posted by Chugh_H

Since there are not too many delivery updates on the thread, let me share a pic of my GTX+ that I received on 1st of this month. I haven't driven much yet as I had an outstation trip planned but early impressions echo the views and sentiments that most people have talked about on the forum.

How do we switch off the emergency breaking? It almost got me into trouble. I thought I'd easily overtake a truck from the left side that was, as always, driving with super slow speed on the 'fast' lane. When I was about the overtake and change lanes, emergency break caught me off-guard because another truck was infornt of me although still far enough from me to cause any danger, but the emergency break had my heart pumping

[ashvek3141]

Originally Posted by Chugh_H

let me share a pic of my GTX+ that I received on 1st of this month.
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You car looks dapper in this shade of Black !

Many congrats and wish you happy miles. Do keep updating the thread as you spend more time with the car. Your inputs, especially on the new 1.5 L turbo motor will be very helpful.

[nkvyas]

My Xline is still due for delivery. Went today to meet the SA to whom I have been in touch via phone till now. I have booked it from SNR Kia, Bhopal. Initially I have started the conversation with Sunglobe Kia but they didn't respond very well to my hard requirement of BH series.

Today as it was janmashtami, there were lot of deliveries being made. Lot of happy faces and smiles and two songs "congratulations, it's celebrations" & 'jai dev jai dev" were on repeat mode.

It was good experience and I've been told that 99% I'll get it in this month else Oct is 100%. It seems they're only getting 1 Xline per month.

One more request I've made is to send the car for PPF before delivery and my SA has agreed to it. Also I requested him to not install any accessories or tags before the PPF is done. I opted for bare minimum necessary accessories (no chrome obviously).

Then I went to the Ceramic Pro studio just few metres from the showroom to meet and discuss my plan. They were very welcoming and are well prepared. I've been quoted 1.2 lacs for full Kavaca matte PPF with ceramic coating alloys, front grill etc.

One more change I am gonna do is to replace the tyres with Conti UC6. Still trying to get the quote from different vendors. Not finalized anyone yet.

I am thinking on whether or not to go for the foot step as accessory. Is it really worth it? It's costing around 16k+.

Will keep this thread updated as time passes.

[Vibhu_95]

Hi folks, this is my first post on the forum. Great to be part of the family. I got my HTX IVT on 18th August last month but the number plate is no where insight. Is it supposed to take this long ?

I have done around 500km till now and the car is amazing to drive. Will share the detailed review soon.

[Sufficient_shop]

Originally Posted by Vibhu_95

Hi folks, this is my first post on the forum. Great to be part of the family. I got my HTX IVT on 18th August last month but the number plate is no where insight. Is it supposed to take this long ?

I have done around 500km till now and the car is amazing to drive. Will share the detailed review soon.

Welcome and congratulations on your new ride!

It shouldn't be taking this long at all. Try to check with your local RTO once.

[jazzy]

Originally Posted by Vibhu_95

Hi folks, this is my first post on the forum. Great to be part of the family. I got my HTX IVT on 18th August last month but the number plate is no where insight. Is it supposed to take this long ?

I have done around 500km till now and the car is amazing to drive. Will share the detailed review soon.

My dealer asked for 3 days from the date of registration and since we took delivery after 3 days, it was fixed when we took delivery. Check with your dealer and RTO.

Originally Posted by ssoni.1411

Creta has held its position even after so many launches, particularly I thought Seltos facelift will pull buyers but it is still going strong. Wonder what the Creta Facelift is going to do!

A friend of mine, who has a Hyundai Tucson, checked out my seltos and immediately commented on the same styled MID, infotainment system, buttons on the steering wheel and many more things. I believe the facelifted Creta will be closer to seltos in terms of features and may be more, with slightly lower prices just to undercut Kia. Meanwhile, Tata is also getting closer in terms of offering similar features in facelifted Nexon, although it is a segment below. It might be a more suitable city car for people who want to have more than one car in the stable. The competition is heating up.

[skywalker18]

Originally Posted by Vibhu_95

Hi folks, this is my first post on the forum. Great to be part of the family. I got my HTX IVT on 18th August last month but the number plate is no where insight. Is it supposed to take this long ?

I have done around 500km till now and the car is amazing to drive. Will share the detailed review soon.

I too took delivery of Seltos HTX on 18th August but the HSRP was installed at the time of delivery. (The payment was made on 17th August and the formalities were completed before delivery)

The car feels much more premium than our other cars- Mahindra XUV 500 and Honda City 4th generation.

I am still waiting for the vehicle RC though I can see the digital version on Digilocker since beginning of September.

[shamanth]

Originally Posted by Chugh_H

plus an audio warning to notify driver of children crossing on the road (switched it off via Navigation).

What settings to switch this off? every 50 meters its keep saying children crossing ahead, guess its warning from MapMyIndia.

Also need to reduce my tire pressure, its showing 46 PSI, i guess around 34-35 PSI is correct tire pressure? I could not see recommendations for 18 inch wheel in google, most are for 17 inches, guess its same for 18 inches?

As I went to Ladakh bike trip immediately after car delivery need to study few operations now.

In ADAS i had only enabled reverse parking barking assistance, but yesterday i saw car brake hard when a scooter tried to overtake from back very close, and i was about to turn a little right to avoid potholes. It was useful though, i did not see him in mirror but car saw him and braked. Need to review what setting is required or not.

Also need to explore on front braking, though people are saying its dangerous , as hard brake can cause cars to backend you, but that would avoid a collision with parked truck, etc.

[riteshritesh]

Originally Posted by Vibhu_95

Great to be part of the family. I got my HTX IVT on 18th August last month but the number plate is no where insight. Is it supposed to take this long ?

In Maharashtra, they don't give delivery without the HSRP. The days of plying on temp. number plates is 99.99% done with (as I do see 1~2 odd cars with them but not driven by owners but by showroom drivers).
So your issue would be State RTO specific.

Congrats on your HTX IVT. I got mine on 31st August. A few questions since you are a senior owner
1) Does our car version have Auto-hold?
2) Can you activate ISG functionality at signals without keeping the Brakes pressed?