In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.
Josh Nevett
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
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.
The XC40 is available in the following colours:
Metallic shades are a $1200 option on all petrol models, but are a no-cost option on electric models.
In base specification the Kia Seltos is practical and refreshingly uncomplicated, although it lacks the polish of newer rivals.
Josh Nevett
The electric Volvo XC40 is about to have its name changed, but the existing single-motor base grade is still a solid offering.
James Wong
Type | ||
MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | ELECTRIC, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1598 - 1999 | 1969 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.6L | 0.0, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | NOT APPLICABLE, TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 146kW | 145kW - 300kW | |
Power RPM | ||
6000 - 6200 | 4800 - 5400 | |
Torque | ||
180Nm - 265Nm | 300Nm - 670Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1600 - 4500 | 1500 - 1800 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10 - 12.5 | 11.3 |