In the first 4 months of the year, Kia Seltos was the best-selling 5-seater SUV in Vietnam with cumulative sales of 5,158 units, far ahead of competitors in the same segment such as Toyota Corolla Cross (3,909 vehicles) Hyundai Kona (1,413 vehicles), Honda HR-V (574 cars) or Ford EcoSport (480 cars). According to a Kia salesperson in Hanoi, the main contribution to this result of Seltos Luxury is between the Deluxe and Premium models. This version is the most chosen by customers among the 3 variants of Kia Seltos being sold in Vietnam. The price is “just right for the piece” and the design is eye-catching Currently, Kia Seltos has a suggested selling price of VND 609-729 million, VND 10-20 million higher depending on the version compared to the launch time in July 2020. In which, the Luxury version is priced at 659 million VND and the cost of rolling in Hanoi is about 760 million VND. This price is considered to be quite competitive when compared to other models in the same segment. For example, the 1.8G base version of Corolla Cross is priced at 720 million VND, HR-V version G costs 786 million VND, Kona 2.0AT Standard costs 636 million VND or Peugeot 2008 costs 739-829 million VND. With a small amount of money, combined with an eye-catching design, Kia Seltos Luxury has received a lot of attention from young users, suitable for customers who buy a car for the first time for family use and do not require too much of a car. equipment and technology. Anh Quoc Khanh (HCMC) said that when he bought a car half a year ago, he wondered about the highest version of Seltos and EcoSport, several tens of millions of dong more expensive. Finally, consulting with relatives, he chose Seltos because of its larger, more superficial shape, and the cabin design is also more modern and spacious than the American SUV, suitable for families. In addition, Mr. Khanh said that the appearance of Seltos Luxury and Premium is almost identical, only slightly different in the first part, taking the middle version is more suitable for financial conditions, saving a considerable amount of money spent on car maintenance. Sufficient amenities Of course, Kia Seltos Luxury users will have to accept utility cuts compared to the Premium version. The most noticeable is the front light cluster instead of the Full-LED type, the Luxury version is only equipped with Halogen Projector lights and fog lights, the turn signals are also Halogen type. In return, other highlights of Seltos in general are still maintained on the Luxury version, which can be mentioned 17-inch alloy wheels, LED position lights, LED taillights, chrome trim in the grille and rear. sport spoiler, shark fin antenna… The overall dimensions of the Kia Seltos are also good in the segment, slightly better than EcoSport, Kona and equivalent to Corolla Cross, 2008. Specifically, the Seltos length x width x height parameters are 4,315 x 1,800 x 1,645mm respectively. , wheelbase at 2,610 mm and the best ground clearance in the segment – 190 mm. According to Mr. Khanh, the amenities of the Luxury version are sufficient for family needs. Leather seats, automatic air conditioning, still 6 speakers and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a slightly smaller screen (8 inches compared to 10.25 inches) is not a problem. The main plus point is that there are rear vents, many B-class or even C-class SUVs lack this detail. The main disadvantage compared to the Premium version belongs to the driver when there is no electric seat, no ventilation, no cruise control or automatic anti-glare interior rearview mirror. The rest, no interior lights or the removal of the sunroof is also a good point because these two equipment are not necessary. Outstanding operating parameters but still minor errors It is easy to see that the parameter set of Kia Seltos is somewhat outstanding and attractive when placed next to rivals as well as models in the price range of 600-700 million VND. The 1.4L turbocharged engine has a capacity of 138 horsepower and 242 Nm of torque, along with the option of 3 driving modes and 3 terrain modes. However, the Korean SUV is inherently only an urban car and front-wheel drive, these functions can only partially support when it is necessary to go on bad roads, but it is difficult to use it for offroad. A 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard equipment to help improve turbo engine lag. However, with Vietnamese traffic conditions, when experiencing traffic jams or moving slowly, the Seltos gearbox may overheat and the gearbox overheating warning light will appear on the dashboard. This condition does not significantly affect the operation of the vehicle. Another problem that many Seltos often encounter is water leaking into the cabin when it rains. This error is reflected by users because the rubber gasket on the front door and chassis is not sealed, when it encounters water, it will leak. When this problem occurs, it will be received by the Kia dealer and fixed by shrinking the corrugated iron in the inner gasket of the door. Besides, because it is a hot car, the demand exceeds the supply, so Seltos often has a shortage of goods and buyers have to “line up” to receive the car. Exchange with Zing , a Kia sales team leader in Ho Chi Minh City said that if you make a deposit in mid-June, you will have to wait until the end of July to have a car, which means the waiting time is more than 1 month.

Indeed, before high-speed trains came into existence, there was a time when overnight trains were popular across Japan. The elite in this country as well as tourists love to enjoy the overnight trip on the comfortable and luxurious ships. It was still dark when stepping on the train, but when you woke up, you were able to breathe the air in a faraway place. However, today, because of the busy life that people often choose short flights or buses to travel instead of spending nights as before. That is the reason why “overnight train” is almost “dead” in Japan. According to Japan Guide, by 2016, only the Sunrise Express (roughly translated: Sunrise Express Train) is still absorbed in ice in the night, until the sun rises, passengers wake up, the train will just enter the station. . And now, it becomes “fun” for tourists who want to explore the country of the rising sun in a special way. Take a look at the photos inside the only overnight train in Japan – Sunrise Express to see that Japan’s speed of growth is not only about technology, but it also affects the level of comfort in The lives of people and trains are a vivid example of convenience. Born in 1998, the Sunrise Express is the only remaining “overnight” train line in Japan. The ship is 23 years old, with a simple appearance but always kept clean and shiny. Sunrise Express consists of 14 cars running from Tokyo Station, but to Okayama Station it will be split into 2 small trains, 7 cars each. These are Sunrise Seto and Sunrise Izumo. The Sunrise Seto train runs back to Takamatsu, while its “twin sister” – the Sunrise Izumo – runs towards Izumoshi. On the return journey, the two groups still run separately until they meet again at the intersection of Okayama, they will “become one” and head towards Tokyo. Train runs every night from Tokyo at 10 pm, reaching Takamatsu at 7:27 am and Izumoshi at 9:58 am. Unlike other trains, Sunrise Express has 6 different room types. Single Deluxe or Grade A is a cozy first-class room for 1 person. Inside there is a table, a chair, and a small sink beside the bed. The room also has a lighting control panel, radio, slippers, bathrobe and toiletries. In addition to these utilities, you can also take a free bath on the train. This type of room will help you feel like you are in a clean, comfortable hotel. You can also admire the beautiful scenery through the large window on the train. In class 2, there are 4 types of rooms including: Sunrise Twin, Single Twin, Single and Solo. These rooms are suitable for 1 or 2 people. Although they are class 2, that doesn’t mean they’re any worse than first class. The 4 types of Grade B rooms all have secure doors and are secluded from the outside creating a private and convenient atmosphere. The last type of room is the Nobinobi sleeping area. This is a space like a dorm room, passengers sleep together on hard beds separated by small wooden walls, with windows to see the outside landscape. Nobinobi does not have a private bathroom, but passengers can purchase services to use the public bath within 6 minutes. On the Sunrise train there is also a tidy dining room, vending machine, smoking area … there is also a special train car with a private entrance for a wheelchair. In addition, every train car has a classic beauty and is extremely clean. Source: BS

Since its launch to date, Kia Seltos has regularly been in the group of 10 most popular Vietnamese car models. Recently, Kia globally announced the recall of 147,249 Seltos and Soul units in the US market to fix errors in the oil ring in the engine. According to the announcement from the Korean automaker, all affected vehicles are fitted with a 2.0-liter Nu MPI 4-cylinder engine. The cause of the fault is identified as improperly heat-treated the rings, causing them to leak oil out. The large-scale recall is expected to start by Kia America on June 11, 2021. Error correction may include replacing the client’s engine with a new engine in the event of a breakdown of the engine. Kia says that the installation of oil ring noise sensors is also in progress to help better control vehicle engine performance. The large-scale recall in the US has caused more or less concerns for Vietnamese consumers. Because, Kia Seltos is currently one of the best-selling cars in Vietnam. However, the unit that assembles and distributes the Kia brand, Thaco Group, said that the Seltos model in the Vietnamese market is completely out of the recall. The reason is that Kia Seltos in Vietnam does not use the same engine as the car in the US market. Specifically, the Kia Seltos versions recalled in the US are equipped with a Nu MPI 2.0L engine while the car in Vietnam uses 1.4 Turbo and 1.6L MPI engines. Kia Seltos officially launched in Vietnam at the end of July 2020. Currently, the urban SUV model has 3 versions of Deluxe, Luxury and Premium with retail prices of VND 609 million, VND 659 million and VND 729 million, respectively. Since its launch to date, Kia Seltos has regularly been in the group of 10 most popular Vietnamese car models. According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA), a total of 3,840 Kia Seltos cars were sold in the first three months of this year. This level of sales volume helps Kia Seltos rank 6th in the 10 most expensive cars in the market.

According to the explanation from Kia Vietnam, Seltos car versions recalled in the US are equipped with Nu MPI 2.0L engine; Meanwhile, THACO AUTO is manufacturing and distributing this crossover in the Vietnamese market with 1.4 Turbo and 1.6 MPI engine options. More than 20,000 Kia Seltos are being recalled in the US. Previously, according to information from the US Road Traffic Safety Agency (NHTSA), the new recall announced by Kia involved 125,400 Soul cars from 2020-2021 and 21,849 Seltos 2021 cars. All produced from November 20, 2019 to October 15, 2020. Explaining the error, Kia said: “During production at the piston oil supplier, inconsistent heat treatment occurred which caused the ring stiffness to be too high”, at the same time. : “Excessive oil ring stiffness can lead to external chipping, scratch the cylinder walls and may result in increased oil consumption, resulting in abnormal engine noise and / or The oil pressure warning light lights up “. The Korean car manufacturer warns that defective vehicles can damage the engine if they continue to be operated, even causing a fire in some cases. However, Kia has not received any accident reports related to this error. Kia Seltos is currently produced and distributed in Vietnam by THACO AUTO with 3 versions of Deluxe, Luxury, and Premium with prices of VND 609, 659 and 729 million, respectively. After more than 8 months of being in Vietnam, Kia Seltos continuously participated in the group of 10 best-selling cars in the market and always ranked first in the segment of B-size urban SUVs. In the first quarter of 2021, Kia Seltos achieved success. Company with sales up to nearly 4,000 units in Vietnam. Sponsorship news

On April 13, the US Department of Road Traffic Safety (NHTSA) issued a notice requesting a recall for Kia Seltos and Soul equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engine. The total number of vehicles affected is 147,249 units. According to the NHTSA, the oil ring parts of the engine were not made to the correct standards and stiffer than necessary. This can wear and scratch the cylinder lining, causing lubricating oil to get into the combustion chamber. Besides the possibility of lubricating oil loss or the engine overheating, locking the cylinders, this problem can lead to a fire risk, according to NHTSA documents. Kia Vietnam has just announced the recall program of Seltos and Soul cars equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine in the US, not related to the new Kia Seltos produced and distributed in the Vietnamese market. Regarding this information, on April 22, 2021, Kia Vietnam responded to the press and said the program recall car Kia Seltos In the US, according to the announcement of Kia Global on April 13, 2021, it is not related to Kia Seltos cars produced and distributed in the Vietnamese market by THACO AUTO. Specifically, the Kia Seltos versions recalled in the US are equipped with a Nu MPI 2.0L engine, while THACO AUTO produces and distributes in the Vietnamese market with 1.4 Turbo and 1.6 MPI engine options. Currently, THACO AUTO is produced and distributed in Vietnam with 3 versions: Deluxe, Luxury, and Premium with selling prices of VND 609, 659 and 729 million, respectively.

Mazda CX-30 is coming soon in the Vietnamese market

According to research, the Mazda CX-3 will have 3 optional versions including 1.5 Deluxe, 1.5 Luxury and 1.5 Premium while the CX-30 model has only 2 versions: 2.0 Luxury and 2.0 Premium. Thus, the Mazda CX-3 is likely to use a 1.5L engine while the CX-30 will use a 2.0L engine, which is currently being applied to the Mazda3.

Mazda CX-3

The Vietnamese-language catalog of these two new models also revealed some equipment. The Mazda CX-3 will be equipped with a 3-spoke steering wheel with integrated buttons, a 7-inch screen located in the center, supporting Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, HUD information display, automatic anti-glare mirror, electronic handbrake. …

Vehicle Specifications CX-3

Meanwhile, the Mazda CX-30 has a new 3-spoke steering wheel, more informative HUD, an 8.8-inch center screen, Apple CarPlay / Android Auto support, electronic handbrake and a rearview mirror. thin.

These two models in the Premium version will be equipped with the i-Activsense safety package with automatic assistance features such as intelligent brake assist, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and assist. lane keeping assist.

Vehicle Specifications CX-30

The Mazda CX-3 will join the cramped B-class SUV segment in the market such as Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, 2008 Peugeot or Honda HR-V. The CX-30 model will sit between the CX-3 and CX-5 across the range.