Kia Seltos on Rent in Shimla
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Seltos on Rent in Shimla
Starting from
₹1,899
Type
Compact SUV
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Vehicle Rental in Shimla — Complete Guide
Shimla is Himachal Pradesh's capital and India's most iconic hill station, generating massive car rental demand from Delhi, Chandigarh, and Punjab travelers. The city is accessible via NH5 (Shimla-Chandigarh) and NH22, and serves as the gateway to Kinnaur, Spiti, and the Hindustan-Tibet Highway. Car rentals are essential in Shimla because the old town is a no-vehicle zone and tourists rely on cabs for all mobility. Winter snowfall and summer tourist season create year-round demand spikes.
Popular Vehicle Rental Routes from Shimla
Shimla → Chandigarh
via NH5
115 km
2.5 hrs
Shimla → Manali
via NH3
265 km
7 hrs
Shimla → Kufri
via NH5
16 km
30 min
Shimla → Chail
via Chail Road
45 km
1.5 hrs
Shimla → Delhi
via NH5 → NH44
360 km
7 hrs
Shimla → Kinnaur (Reckong Peo)
via NH5 → NH22
235 km
7 hrs
Tips for Vehicle Rental in Shimla
- 1Old Shimla Mall Road and Cart Road are pedestrian-only — drop at Scandal Point or Victory Tunnel and walk
- 2Snow period (Dec–Feb): only chains/snow tyres allowed on Shimla-Kufri road — use vendor vehicles with proper equipment
- 3Chandigarh-Shimla NH5 has sharp hairpin bends from Dharampur onwards — local drivers strongly preferred
- 4Kinnaur/Spiti route requires Inner Line Permit — arrange before departure and carry all documents
Shimla at a Glance
Population
1.7 Lakh
Known For
Queen of Hills, Mall Road, Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, winter sports
Nearest Airport
Shimla Airport (23 km, seasonal/limited)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Kia Seltos variants are available for self-drive?
We offer Kia Seltos HTE, HTK, HTX, and HTX+ in both petrol manual and petrol DCT automatic variants.
What is the daily rate for renting a Kia Seltos?
Kia Seltos self-drive rental starts from ₹1499/day for manual and ₹1799/day for automatic, with 250 km included.
Is the Seltos suitable for long highway drives?
Yes, Seltos is excellent for highway driving with its 1.5L petrol or 1.4 turbo GDi engine. Expect 14–17 km/l on highway.
What is the fuel type of the rental Seltos?
We provide Kia Seltos in petrol variant for self-drive. Diesel variants may be available at select locations — check at booking.