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Old 14th September 2023, 20:04   #631
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When you say default maps? is it Kia Maps or Map My India MAPPLS?
Not sure about that, i always thought Hyundai and Kia uses Mapmyindia maps in India. Maybe wrong ?
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Old 14th September 2023, 20:17   #632
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I hit the top speed of around 150kmph in normal mode. Felt the car requires considerable more effort to go past this. And, I am comparing this with VW twins. Would love to hear if anyone had a different experience. Drove at saner speeds (~80kmph) most of the journey.

I am surprised at this mileage. In city (Bangalore), I got 5-7kmpl. On highway, I got around 11kmpl, with 12kmpl when I drove around 80-100kmph with minimal gear shifts to dropping to 9kmpl when I drove around 115-150kmph. Not sure what am I missing. I am yet to get the first servicing done.

Anyone else got better mileage?
Is there any significance of availability of higher top speeds in a car? Does that show a car's better potential power/torque/engine performance or any such parameter on which to judge a vehicle? I don't think I'll ever drive beyond 100 kmph although in the past, I have driven at 140 kmph (not in India). That being said, once you push the pedal to the metal, the acceleration (with turbo) is great and the driver may not realise how quickly the speeds go up.

I am getting a mileage of 8.3-8.7 kmpl, driving entirely in namma Bengaluru traffic.
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Old 14th September 2023, 20:26   #633
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Took my first long drive of around 400kms. 65% National Highway, 35% relatively narrower curvy roads. Had to disable auto lane keep assist within 20km of my drive due to its aggressive assistance. A Slavia almost rear ended me when I tried to go over a speed bump and somehow the collision warning and the subsequent auto emergency braking got activated. The Slavia driver swivelled, glared at me as though I don't know to drive and drove away Other than this a pleasurable drive.
This is what I'm scared about with using ADAS. I assume you have switched it off when driving in city traffic.

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I am surprised at this mileage. In city (Bangalore), I got 5-7kmpl. On highway, I got around 11kmpl, with 12kmpl when I drove around 80-100kmph with minimal gear shifts to dropping to 9kmpl when I drove around 115-150kmph.
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I am getting a mileage of 8.3-8.7 kmpl, driving entirely in namma Bengaluru traffic.
These are abysmal numbers Almost XUV 700 levels while being a segment lower
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Old 14th September 2023, 23:11   #634
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I am surprised at this mileage. In city (Bangalore), I got 5-7kmpl. On highway, I got around 11kmpl, with 12kmpl when I drove around 80-100kmph with minimal gear shifts to dropping to 9kmpl when I drove around 115-150kmph. Not sure what am I missing. I am yet to get the first servicing done.

Anyone else got better mileage?

I am not sure if yours is a diesel variant too. Mine is xline diesel 6At. I haven't driven my car over 80kmph. And that's the average I get.

13-14 in the city (depends on traffic), around 17-18 on highways and I drive with a light foot in economy mode. . And I actively use pedal shifters to upshift if I feel it's not shifting automatically when the rpm reaches 2000.

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I understand there is Kia Maps, Map my India MAPPLS, Google Maps.
Google Maps - connected using Apple Carplay (wired in GTX+, X Line)
MAPPLS - available as default or as an option?
Kia Maps - entirely different from both above and is an update-able software from (https://update.kia.com/IN/E1/Main)?

Obvious reasons : Google Maps will do better, except it can take you to a no-man's land with a great ETA leading you to start all over again.

But what about others? How is it used and available in the current facelift?

I always use the default inbuilt map because then I can see the direction in my hud and it helps in not taking my eyes of the road.

Google maps is way more detailed. And what I do in case a specific location is not present in the default map is I find the location in Google maps search for a few nearby places on the default map and more often than not I find one and set that as the destination before I drive. So far it has worked well.

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Old 15th September 2023, 00:36   #635
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These are abysmal numbers Almost XUV 700 levels while being a segment lower
That's the case for any Turbo Petrol DCT in any segment or Brand. DCT Turbo petrol mileage inside Bangalore City is 5-10 kmpl depending on area and traffic.
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Update
My SA had called me to inform White GTX + turbo petrol is available for delivery, but I insisted on the Dual color only.
Update - Finally my dualtone has arrived, Delivery is on Sunday.Availed loan from SBI @ 8.80% for 5 years.
Opted for My Convenience, ICICI Lombard insurance from the showroom itself got 25k accessories free, Also 24k for a special number.

Will share pictures and a quick review next week.
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Update - Finally my dualtone has arrived, Delivery is on Sunday.Availed loan from SBI @ 8.80% for 5 years.
Opted for My Convenience, ICICI Lombard insurance from the showroom itself got 25k accessories free, Also 24k for a special number.

Will share pictures and a quick review next week.
Many congratulations! How much did you pay for ICICI Lombard insurance and what add-ons were included?

There are quite a few Kia Seltos 2023 owners in this thread. Have you guys checked this thread? - https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/techn...ye-strain.html

Do you see this weird issue in your cars as well?

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Well i have bought Carlinkit 5.0 2air wireless adapter which enables wireless android auto & carplay and is working flawlessly.
How long did the delivery take? I had ordered one on Sep 4th for 60$ (seems like a steal deal). I see the latest update as dispatched from Mumbai sorting office 3 days ago.

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How long did the delivery take? I had ordered one on Sep 4th for 60$ (seems like a steal deal). I see the latest update as dispatched from Mumbai sorting office 3 days ago.
The delivery took around 2 weeks, you will be updated with tracking id moment they ship, also they will ask ur details on watsapp for custom clearance.


Also guys i have completed approx 800 kms and mileage for 7 DCT i'm getting in city is around 8.8 to 9.3 kmpl with mostly light foot and 50% drive in eco mode, don't know after completing 1000 kms when i start driving little enthusiastically where the final mileage will stand?
But this is true for all turbo petrols, even in my last car Renault Kiger 1.0 Turbo CVT, i was only getting around 9 kmpl(+-0.5) in the city even after completing 15k kms.
Also spoke to my service advisor regarding this poor mileage and he replied that "Sir it will need atleast 3.5 to 4k kms then only your mileage will improve and become stable as engine will open up & settle down, so kindly keep the patience."
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3) Has someone tried converting wired Android Auto to wireless using some adapters. Amazon search yields some adapters enabling the same.
I could find one.

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In city (Bangalore), I got 5-7kmpl. On highway, I got around 11kmpl, with 12kmpl when I drove around 80-100kmph with minimal gear shifts to dropping to 9kmpl when I drove around 115-150kmph.

Anyone else got better mileage?
All your mileage figures are stupendously low even for a new turbo petrol DCT car. I believe it should get better post the run in period(2000-2500 kilometres). Your city mileage does not bother me that much. It’s the highway mileage at 80-100 kmph average speeds that look very low. Normally driving between this speed band will give the best FE in any car. Try changing your driving style and check if anything changes.

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It’s the highway mileage at 80-100 kmph average speeds that look very low. Normally driving between this speed band will give the best FE in any car. Try changing your driving style and check if anything changes.

Bhpians are reporting 20+ Kmpl in Verna DCT at speeds of around 100 Kph. Even if you knock of the aerodynamics advantage of Verna, Seltos should deliver atleast 20 kmpl at speeds around 80 Kph, since both cars essentially have the same engine and gearbox. Cross posting from Verna thread.

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On our recent Tbhp meet Wayanad trip, got 20+ kmpl cruising at 100kmph on the Mysore-Bangalore expressway.
Find the cornering lights very helpful. I have a SX DCT as I didn't want ADAS.
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Hello folks,

Sharing an update, my car is still due for delivery sometime end of this month or definitely next. Eagerly waiting to get a "congratulations sir your car is now allotted" call.

Meanwhile, I got the quotes for new tyres. One thing I got to know that GoodYear Efficient Grip Performance is also available in 215/55 R18 along with UC6.

The tyre guy is recommending me GY over UC6. Any thoughts on this?

The best offer (after exchange) I've got is:
10,400 - UC6
10,000 - GY Efficient Grip Performance

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In addition to this I am sourcing the Viofo A229 Pro daschcam from US as it's the new model and not available in India currently. Should be arriving late October to me.

https://viofo.com/dash-cam/326-viofo...2-sensors.html
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Old 18th September 2023, 15:20   #644
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Why the tyre change on a brand new car? Is it a willing expense for a comfort/performance boost or are the stock tyres urelilable brand-wise?
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Hello folks,

The tyre guy is recommending me GY over UC6. Any thoughts on this?

The best offer (after exchange) I've got is:
10,400 - UC6
10,000 - GY Efficient Grip Performance
I am not sure what exchange value are they providing for your brand new tyres. I suggest you talk to some other dealer as well without exchange, and see what prices they are quoting. I dont think it would be very different.
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