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Ventilated seats are comfort features of the vehicle wherein air is circulated through the seat pad, giving cool comfort to the passengers during long drives or in very hot weather. They are designed to dissipate body heat and sweating, which makes the driver or passengers more comfortable while driving. Here Are The 10 Most Affordable Cars That Comes With The Option of Ventilated Seats: Car Variant Price in Lakhs (Ex-showroom) Tata Nexon XZ + (P) 11.74 Kia Sonet HTX + 12.09 Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha + 12.89 Hyundai Verna SX (O) 12.97 Skoda Slavia Style 13.59 Volkswagen Virtus       Top end Topline    15.27 Kia Seltos HTX + Trim 11 - 20.15 Skoda Kushaq Style 15.49 Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus 15.66 Kia Carens Luxury Plus 17 Tata Nexon The Tata Nexon XZ + (P) variant comes equipped with a wide range of comfort and convenient features at a price of Rs.11.74 lakhs, including ventilated front seats. The SUV has sleek design, good quality, and safety features such as ABS, Electronic stability program, amongst others. It is available with both petrol and diesel fuel options - a 1.2L petrol and 1.5L diesel.. This variant is equipped with a 360 degree camera, Anti lock braking system and 6 airbags for enhanced safety. Read Also: Tata Nexon 2024: Price, Features and Specifications Kia Sonet The Kia Sonet HTX + variant comes with ventilated seats and is priced at Rs 12.09 lakh. This variant also has connectivity features such as premium interiors which includes, 10.25 inch HD touchscreen infotainment system, 7 speaker Bose premium sound system, ambient lighting. For safety, it has 6 airbags (driver, passenger, side, and curtain) as standard, Electronic stability control, hill assist control, and vehicle stability management. This compact SUV is targeted towards customers wanting style with advanced technology and comfort. Read Also: Kia Sonet Facelift: Top 5 Things to Know Maruti Suzuki XL6 Maruti Suzuki XL6 comes with ventilated front seats in the Alpha plus trim at a price Rs. 12.86 lakhs. It has 1.5L dual VVT petrol engine with 6- speed automatic transmission.It has 4 airbags (driver, passenger, and side front), electronic stability program, hill hold assist, ISOFIX child seat mounts, rear parking sensor and speed alert system for safety purpose. This includes a smart play pro infotainment system, multi- information display and 360 degree camera. Hyundai Verna The Hyundai Verna SX (O) variant, which is priced Rs.12.97, has front seat ventilation with leather seats, sleek design, and advanced infotainment system. It has 6 airbags, anti lock braking system with electronic brakeforce distribution, traction control system, tyre pressure monitoring system for enhanced safety. It is equipped with automatic climate control, Bose premium sound system with 8 speakers, steering wheel with audio and bluetooth control. It also has a single pane sunroof. It’s known for its smooth ride quality, efficient engines, and Hyundai’s commitment to safety and reliability. Read Also: All-New Hyundai Verna: New vs Old Skoda Slavia Skoda’s Slavia Style variant is offered with the ventilated front seats at Rs.13.59 lakhs. Along with this feature, the sedan is known for its spacious cabin and build quality. It offers a choice of turbocharged petrol engines and features like touchscreen infotainment system, making it a compelling option in the sedan segment. It has LED headlight with LED daytime running lights or brake lights, Rear view camera, cruise control, automatic climate control with air quality sensor, 8 speakers sound system, USB and AUX port, rear seat entertainment system with 2 screen and 2 speakers. Volkswagen Virtus Ventilated seats, more polished cabin with better quality materials, and typical Volkswagen driving dynamic make the topline variant of the sedan special. It has 999cc (1.0L TSI) engine capacity with 4 cylinders, 113.98 bhp power and 178 Nm torque. For safety, it has 6 airbags, ISOFIX, ABS, EBD, EBA, tyre pressure monitor system, 5 headrest, anti slip regulation and light sensor. In addition, it has 4 drive modes, adjustable steering, instrument console, sunroof, rear AC ducts and rear defogger.  It has comfort, performance and safety in its compact sedan package at a price Rs. 15.27 lakhs. Kia Seltos The Kia Seltos gets ventilated front seats on the HTX + trim and is priced at 14.79 lakhs. It has 1497cc engine capacity and smartstream G1.5 engine type. It is equipped with only 2 airbags and has ISOFIX, ABS, EBD, automatic headlamp,push ignition,tachometer, alloy wheels and sunroof. It has leather wrapped D-Cut steering wheel with Seltos logo and black stitching, electric adjustable outside rear mirror,auto anti glare inside rear view mirror with Kia connect button and all black interior with exclusive sage green inserts. Other important highlights of the mid size SUV includes, striking design, advanced driver assistance system, and opinion of petrol and diesel engine under its hood. This makes it one of the significant models in the competitive mid size SUV segment in India. Skoda Kushaq This is the Style trim of the Skoda Kushaq, which sports ventilated seats and ample cabin space with a number of premium features at Rs.15.49 lakhs. It gets power from the efficient 1.5L TSI petrol engines and has solid build quality. It has leather wrapped steering wheel, power adjustable exterior rear view mirror, touch screen infotainment, dead pedals, front scuff plates, 60:40 folding rear seats with centre armrest and incorporates pronounced european styling elements making it quite an attention grabber for SUV lovers. Volkswagen Taigun The Taigun topline variant from Volkswagen comes with ventilated seats, posh cabin and connected features. It has 999cc (1.0L TSI) engine capacity with 4 cylinders and 114 bhp max power with 178 Nm torque. It includes safety features like, 6 airbags, ABS, EBD, brake assist ISOFIX child seat mount, rear parking sensor and camera. For comfort and convenience, it has automatic climate control, keyless entry and push button start, power adjustable exterior mirrors, cruise control, ambient lighting, cooled glove box and rear AC vent. In addition it has alloy wheels, touchscreen infotainment system, 360 degree camera, ADAS and sunroof. It places the car as one of the most capable and strongest feature offerings in SUV’s in the Indian market at offering price rs.15.66 lakhs. Kia Carens The luxury plus trim from the Kia Carens has ventilated seats along with practical options for seating, safety features and infotainment from the house of Kia at price of  Rs.17 lakhs. It has alloy wheels, touchscreen infotainment system, wireless charging, 360 degree camera, Advanced driver assistance system, sunroof, automatic headlights, rain sensing wipers, auto dimming rearview mirror, power adjustable seats, rearview camera with guidance and LED fog lamps, tail lamps, brake lights, turn indicator and more. Families need comfort, convenience, and practicality features. Ventilated seats in an affordable car are one of the significant trends that point to the improvement in comfort and luxury, more so in the Indian automobile market. Tying it down to compact SUVs such as Tata nexon and Kia Sonet or sedans like Hyundai .Verna and Volkswagen Virtus, firms are inculcating this feature to help serve customers seeking a more pleasant drive, especially in India's hot climate. These cars do not only focus on comfort but also offer many contemporary features, improved safety and fuel efficiency, making them versatile to suit varied consumer needs. With changing technology, adding ventilated seats to more affordable vehicles shows that they are proving a commitment to creating a better driving and passenger experience across diverse segments. Read Also: Top 5 Affordable Cars with Sunroof in India

Kia is currently selling 4 UVs - the Sonet, Seltos, Carens and the EV6 GT EV in the Indian market. All four models are hugely successful with a combined sales of around 22,000 to 25,000 units per month. In order to further increase sales, Kia is planning to introduce multiple new products including EVs, SUVs and MPV.  The company will launch a new compact SUV, which is rumoured to be called the Kia Syros. This model will be offered with both ICE and EV powertrains. Moreover, the next-gen Carnival and EV9 flagship electric SUV will be launched before the end of this financial year. Kia India is also preparing the Carens facelift and the electric derivative of the Carens MPV. Design Changes The Korean automaker, Kia will introduce the Carens facelift in the country in 2025. The new Kia Carens will come with significant design changes and an upgraded interior along with addition of new features. The MPV has already been spotted testing on the Indian roads.  The Kia Carens facelift is expected to receive significant design changes and an upgraded interior. The front fascia is likely to receive a slightly revised grille with jewel-type pattern & revised headlamp setup. The MPV will have a new bumper that accommodates a new air-intake. The MPV will have newly styled alloys and new rear bumper. The MPV will have new tail-lamps with a new LED pattern. Interior Changes   Details about the interiors are yet to be revealed. We believe that the cabin will receive maximum changes and will be designed in-line with the new Sonet and Seltos. The MPV is likely to get a new dashboard layout with Sonet-like touchscreen & digital driver's display. The Kia Carens facelift is also expected to receive advanced driver assistance system or ADAS tech. It will be the first model in its segment to offer this safety tech. Engine Options   The Kia Carens facelift will continue to be offered with the existing 1.5-litre petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine options. While the former is good for 115PS and 144Nm of torque, the diesel engine produces 115PS and 200Nm of torqu. Transmission options are likely to include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed iMT, a 6-speed torque convertor automatic and a 7-speed DCT. The MPV is also likely to retain the 160PS, 1.5L turbo petrol engine. Carens EV Details   Not just Carens facelift, Kia will also launch the Carens based EV in the Indian market in the second half of 2025. Codenamed KY-EV, the new electric MPV is likely to share the battery pack and electric motor with the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV.  Also See - Kia Syros Compact SUV - Top 5 Things To Know

The Korean automaker, Kia, will launch two full-sized family vehicles - the new-gen Carnival and the EV9 electric SUV - in the country this year. A new media report claims that the new Kia Carnival MPV will be launched in India by October this year.  For people not in the know, Kia had showcased the KA4 concept, which is basically the new Carnival, at the 2023 Auto Expo. The company will introduce the facelifted version of the MPV, which is already on sale in select international markets. The new Kia Carnival will come as a completely-built-up (CBU) model. However, Kia will start local assembly of the MPV at a later stage.  New Kia Carnival Specs - Diesel Only In India, the new-gen Kia Carnival will be offered with a single 2.2-litre, 4-cylinder, turbocharged diesel engine that was available in the previous model. This engine is capable of producing 200bhp and 440Nm of torque. Transmission duties will be handled by an 8-speed 'Sportsmatic' automatic gearbox.  In the international markets, the new Carnival is available with 3 engine options - a 3.5-litre V6 petrol, a 1.6-litre petrol-hybrid and a 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel.  Design & Interior Changes Talking about interior, the 2024 Kia Carnival MPV gets a dual-screen setup and an optional 14.6-inch rear entertainment screen. It gets a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit and a 12.3-inch digital driver's display. The switchgears for AC and audio controls are also updated in the facelifted Carnival.  In terms of features, the new-gen Kia Carnival gets front and rear dash cameras, a digital rearview mirror, a Head-Up Display, a rotary drive selector and others.  Talking about styling, the new Kia Carnival received significant upgrades. It features a newly-designed Kia Tiger nose front grille, new headlamps with striking LED DRLs, and a redesigned bumper. At the back, the Carnival has a revised bumper that accommodates narrower lights with metallic trim. It also gets tweaked tail-lamps. The new model measures 5,156mm in length, making it significantly longer than the previous model.  Price and Competition The new Carnival will be introduced as a CBU model, which will make it significantly pricier than the rivals. It will attract heavy import taxes. We expect the new Kia Carnival to cost somewhere around Rs 50 lakh. The MPV won't have a direct rival in the Indian market. It will come as a premium alternative to the likes of the Toyota Innova Hycross and the Innova Crysta.  Source - AutocarIndia Also See - Production-spec Citroen Basalt to Get Turbo Petrol Engine

Buoyed by positive response for Sonet facelift and Seltos facelift, Kia India is now planning to add more SUVs and MPVs in the Indian market. The company also plans to introduce facelifts of existing models. Before the end of this financial year, Kia will launch 2 new utility vehicles in the Indian car market.  Kia EV9 For people not in the know, Kia had showcased the EV9 closer-to-production concept at the 2023 Auto Expo. The company has confirmed that the EV9 3-row electric SUV will be launched in our market in FY24. It will be based on the skateboard architecture that underpins the EV6.  This 3-row electric SUV will come with multiple seating layout, depending on the variant. The electric SUV is available with 2 battery packs - a 76.1kWh and a 99.8kWh. While the former is available with RWD standard version, the latter comes with both RWD long-range and AWD setup. The RWD version is rated at 150kW & 350Nm. The AWD version with two electric motors offer 283kW & 600Nm. It offers a certified range of 541km on a single charge.  New Kia Carnival Not just EV9, Kia had showcased the new-gen Carnival as the KA4 RV (Recreational Vehicle) concept at the 2023 Auto Expo. The company has officially announced that the new-gen Carnival will be launched in our market sometime in 2024. The company will introduce the facelifted Carnival that debuted sometime back in global markets.  The updated model has a fully revised front fascia, featuring a more prominent grille with different patterns, an updated headlamp and tail-lamp setup. The SUV stance is clearly visible from the front and rear profile. At the back, the new Carnival has a new tailgate, new bumpers and plastic cladding all-around the body. Inside the cabin, the new Carnival gets twin screens for touchscreen infotainment and digital cluster.  The centre console now has touch-based buttons and a rotary knob for gear selection. It will have new seat upholstery and advanced ADAS suite. It is likely to be powered by the same 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine that is good for 200hp and 440Nm of torque. For transmission duties, the MPV will have an 8-speed 'Sportsmatic' automatic gearbox.  Kia Carens Facelift Kia will introduce the Carens facelift in the country in the mid-2025. The updated model will receive design changes and an upgraded cabin. The major styling changes will be made to the front profile, which will have similarities with the Sonet and Seltos facelift. The MPV will have a new front grille and revised headlamp unit that's connected with a new LED light bar. The entire setup looks like a single unit and gives it a new Kia family look.  At the back, the MPV could get restyled tail-lamps with C-shaped LED signature, and an updated bumper. The cabin is also likely to see some changes in the form of a new colour theme, and Sonet-like central console design. It is likely to get features like a 360-degree surround view camera and an ADAS suite. The MPV will retain the existing engine line-up including a 1.5L NA petrol, a 1.5L turbo diesel and a 1.5L turbo petrol.  Kia Carens EV Not just the facelifted model, the Kia Carens will also receive an electric derivative in the Indian market. The Carens EV has already been spotted testing multiple times on the foreign soil. Going by the spy images, it is visible that the Carens EV will share styling cues from the ICE-powered sibling. However, it will have some EV-specific changes like closed-off front grille, different alloys and new headlamp setup.  It is likely to be equipped with a battery pack of around 45-50kWh battery pack with a front-axle-mounted electric motor. The Kia Carens EV is expected to offer an electric range of up to 400km on a single charge.  Kia Syros/Clavis The Korean automaker is also developing a new compact SUV for the Indian market. Rumoured to be called the Kia Syros, the new model will be marketed as a lifestyle SUV. It is likely to be positioned between the Sonet and Seltos in the brand's India line-up. The new compact SUV is most likely to make its global debut at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Show in January.  The new model will have a more boxy styling with flat bonnet and straight surfaces. In fact, the design of the Syros will be more in-sync with the brand's flagship Telluride 3-row SUV and the Soul on sale in the International market.  The spy images reveal that the new Syros will receive several high-end features like panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, powered driver seat and advanced driver assistance system or ADAS tech. In terms of safety, the Kia Syros get six airbags, ABS with EBD, a 360 degree surround view camera, TPMS, front parking sensors and rear disc brakes. Under the hood, the Kia Syros is likely to get a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine that produces 118bhp and 172Nm of torque. Transmission choices are likely to include a 6-speed manual and a dual-clutch automatic unit. The entry-level variants could get a 1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with a manual gearbox option. The company is also preparing an electric derivative of the SUV, which is likely to get a battery pack of around 40-45kWh.  Also See - 2025 Kia Carens Facelift - What To Expect?