Kia Seltos alloy wheels measure 17 inch across on the HTK (except the 1.5 petrol manual), HTK(O), HTX and HTX(A), while the GTX twins and the X-Line pack step up to 18 inch. The HTE pair and the petrol manual HTK roll on 16 inch steel wheels instead.
Since the factory offers three diameters on one body, owners of lower trims have an easy, tested path to alloys. This page covers what each trim gets, what must match on aftermarket wheels, how the 18s ride, and keeping the finish fresh.
Seltos fitment card
- Tyre size
- 205/65 R16 (HTE, HTE(O)), 215/60 R17 (HTK to HTX), 215/55 R18 (GTX, X-Line)
- Wheels
- 16 inch steel on HTE trims, 17 inch alloy on HTK to HTX, 18 inch alloy on GTX
- Tyre pressure (cold)
- Front 35 psi, rear 33 psi
- PCD
- 5 x 114.3 mm
- Fog lamps
- LED front fog lamps from HTX upward
- Spare
- Steel spare; size varies by variant, check under the boot floor
Which Seltos trims get alloys
| Variant | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|
| HTE, HTE(O) | 16 inch steel | 205/65 R16 |
| HTK 1.5 petrol manual | 16 inch styled steel | 205/65 R16 |
| HTK (other engines), HTK(O) | 17 inch alloy | 215/60 R17 |
| HTX, HTX(A) | 17 inch alloy | 215/60 R17 |
| GTX, GTX(A) | 18 inch alloy | 215/55 R18 |
| X-Line pack | 18 inch black alloy | 215/55 R18 |
Wheel designs change between updates, so a used car may carry an older pattern in the same size.
Kia Seltos alloy wheels fitment checks
- PCD: 5 x 114.3 mm, meaning five wheel bolts spaced around a 114.3 mm ring, per wheel fitment databases for this model.
- Centre bore: the wheel must locate on the hub; oversized bores need a spigot ring.
- Offset: keeps the tyre clear of struts and arch liners. Match the factory figure stamped behind the spokes.
- Nuts: aftermarket alloys may need a different seat shape than factory nuts.
Verify any wheel with the PCD calculator and our PCD full form explainer.
From 16 inch steel to factory alloys
HTE owners can bolt on HTK or HTX rims with 215/60 R17 tyres. The tyre stands about 2.5 percent taller than 205/65 R16, so expect a slightly lazy speedometer. A genuine Kia wheel from a dealer or a clean used set carries none of the guesswork of a universal design. Keep the steel spare; it still fits.
Living with 18 inch wheels
GTX owners get a sharper stance, but 215/55 R18 has about 118 mm of sidewall against 129 mm on the 17 inch tyre. On city roads full of potholes and unmarked speed breakers that thinner wall gives less cushion, and a bent rim lip is more likely. Slow down for craters and keep pressure at spec. If your daily route is rough, fitting HTX 17s on a GTX is a sensible downsize because both tyre sizes are within 1 percent in height.
Going past 18 inch
Some accessory shops push 19 inch wheels. Holding the original height on a 19 inch rim forces a wafer thin tyre, the ride becomes brittle and few tyre makers stock the size. No Indian Seltos leaves the factory on 19s, so there is no proven fit, and warranty claims on suspension may suffer.
Cleaning and protecting the finish
Brake dust quickly greys the bright cut spokes on most Seltos alloys. Use gentle car wash liquid with a soft bristle brush, and keep abrasive pads away. The X-Line black finish shows white water marks, so dry it with a microfibre cloth after washing. After monsoon flooding, rinse silt from behind the spokes before it hardens. Scratched machined spokes can be re-cut; diamond cut alloy wheels explains how.
Tyre and pressure pages for these wheels
Exact tyre fits per trim are in Kia Seltos tyre size; inflation in Kia Seltos tyre pressure. Compare with Creta alloy wheels or Kia Sonet alloy wheels, and read the alloy wheels hub or 18 inch alloy wheels for size specific tips.
Questions owners ask
What size are seltos alloy wheels?
Mid trims from HTK to HTX(A) use 17 inch rims, and GTX cars including the X-Line pack use 18 inch.
Does the base Seltos have alloys?
No. Both HTE trims stick with 16 inch steel wheels under plastic trims.
What is the Seltos PCD?
Fitment databases list 5 x 114.3 mm. Confirm by counting the five studs and measuring before buying wheels.
Can GTX 18 inch wheels go on an HTX?
Yes, they are factory wheels for the same car and the 215/55 R18 tyre is within 1 percent of the HTX tyre height. Ride will be firmer.
Are X-Line wheels a different size?
No. X-Line wheels are 18 inch like the GTX, finished in black.