25 Kia Seltos, Sonet and Car models launched

As part of the 2025 update, the diesel iMT powertrain is no longer available on popular Kia cars such as Sonet, Seltos and Carens. This could be a strategic move to streamline the product lineup in line with changing market dynamics and consumer preferences. The diesel variants of Sonet, Seltos and Carens will continue to be available with 6MT and 6AT gearbox options.

Kia Sonet iMT trim, new HTK+(O) variant

For the Sonet, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is available with an optional 6iMT gearbox. Models equipped with this powertrain option include the HTK, HTK(O), HTK+(O) and HTX. HTK+(O) is a new model launched by Kia. In addition to the features of the HTK(O), the new HTK+(O) also gets features such as R16 crystal-cut alloy wheels, an electric sunroof and the signature tiger-nose grille with a knurled matte chrome bezel.

The Sonet HTK+(O) variant comes with crown jewel LED headlights, star map LED daytime running lights and connected tail lights, ice cube LED fog lights and body colored spoiler. The interior of the Sonet HTK+(O) comes with Indigo Pera leatherette seats and leatherette-wrapped steering wheel, gear lever and door armrests. There’s a dashcam with dual cameras, wireless smartphone charger, smart key push-button start and remote engine start on the smart key.

Other highlights include fully automatic air conditioning, electric folding ORVM, rear defogger and rear wiper and washer. Earlier, Kia had offered the diesel iMT in HTX and HTX+ variants. HTX+ has been discontinued. Another update is that the Sonet’s Gravity Edition model has been discontinued. It was launched during the festive season last year. It brings new color options and an upgrade to the equipment list. The current price range of Sonet is Rs 8 lakh to Rs 15.70 lakh.

Kia Seltos iMT trim, new variants

For the Seltos, the iMT option is now only available on the HTK+ trim. It comes with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. Power output is 160 PS and 253 Nm. The engine is also available with a 7DCT gearbox option. Earlier, the diesel iMT of the Seltos came in the mid-spec HTX trim. Similar to the Sonet, the gravity version of the Seltos has also been removed. But a total of three new trims have been launched – HTK(O), HTK+(O) and HTX (O).

The Seltos HTK+ with iMT gearbox option comes with features such as projector fog lamps, leatherette-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob, and fully automatic air conditioning. Talking about the Seltos GT series, the GTX trim has been discontinued. Available only in GTX+ trim. Seltos is priced between Rs 11.13 lakh and Rs 20.51 lakh.

Kia Carens iMT trim, variant modifications

The iMT option on the Kia Carens is available on Premium (O), Gravity and Prestige Plus trims. Obviously, Kia has retained the Gravity Edition option for the Carens. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is the same as the Seltos. Another change for the Karens is the removal of luxury trim. Now, only the Luxury Plus option is available.

People who prefer a diesel AT can opt for the Prestige Plus (O) trim only. For the top-spec X-Line trim, the diesel AT option is no longer available. The X-Line is only available with the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol DCT. The price range of Kia Carens is from Rs 10.60 lakh to Rs 19.70 lakh.