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Kia Seltos

X-Line Turbo DCT

Vehicle 1
Kia Seltos

10.89 Lakh - 20.3 Lakh

Ex-Showroom Price

Tata Safari (2026 Facelift)

Smart, Pure, Adventure, Accomplished, Accomplished+, Accomplished Ultra (Petrol/Diesel)

Vehicle 2
Tata Safari (2026 Facelift)

13.29 Lakh - 26.89 Lakh

Ex-Showroom Price

Resale Value Projection (3 Years)

Est. Value (30k KM)
6.58 Lakh – 7.27 Lakh
7.88 Lakh – 8.71 Lakh

Basic Info

Price
10.89 Lakh - 20.3 Lakh
13.29 Lakh - 26.89 Lakh
Fuel Type
petrol
petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Manual / Automatic
Available Colors
Pewter Olive, Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, Aurora Black Pearl, Imperial Blue, Intense Red
Cosmic Gold, Galactic Sapphire, Stardust Ash, Stellar Frost, Supernova Copper, Lunar Slate, Oberon Black

Engine & Performance

Engine Capacity
1482
1956
Max Power
160 bhp
168 bhp (Petrol) / 170 bhp (Diesel)
Max Torque
253 Nm
280 Nm (Petrol) / 350 Nm (Diesel)
Mileage (Claimed)
17.9 kmpl
14.50 - 16.30 kmpl
Top Speed
190 kmph
190 kmph
0-100 kmph
8.9 sec
11.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Eco, City, Sport (plus Terrain Modes: Normal, Rough, Wet)

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4365 mm
4668 mm
Width
1800 mm
1922 mm
Height
1645 mm
1795 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance
190 mm
205 mm
Kerb Weight
1405 kg
1750 - 1825 kg
Seating Capacity
5
6
Boot / Fuel Tank
433 L
420 L (3rd Row Folded) / 73 L (All Seats Up)

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Semi-Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod and Coil Spring
Brakes (Front)
Disc
Disc
Brakes (Rear)
Disc
Disc
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
235/65 R17 (Lower) / 245/55 R19 (Top)
Wheel Type
Crystal Cut Alloy
Alloy

Safety & Warranty

NCAP Rating
3 Stars (Global NCAP - Pre-Facelift)
5 Star (Global NCAP / Bharat NCAP)
Airbags
6
7
Warranty
3
3
Service Interval
10000 km
15,000 km / 1 Year

Features & Comfort

ABS
EBD
ESP
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control
ADAS (Level 1/2)
Blind Spot Monitor
360 Camera
TPMS
Sunroof
Cruise Control
Ventilated Seats
Wireless Charging
Connected Car Tech

About

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos 2026 delivers premium compact SUV appeal with sharper styling, powerful engines and a tech-loaded cabin that stands out in India's competitive mid-size segment.

Key Design Highlights

Aggressive front fascia features a wider grille, vertical LED headlights with "Digital Tiger Face" DRLs, and new 18-inch alloys for strong road presence. Rear gets a full-width connected LED taillamp bar and sculpted bumper; dimensions measure around 4.36m length with 190mm ground clearance for good urban and highway usability. Available in 10+ colour options including dual-tones.

Engine Lineup and Performance

Three 1.5L engines: NA petrol (115hp/144Nm), 1.5L turbo-petrol (158hp/253Nm) and turbo-diesel (115hp/250Nm). Pairings include 6MT, iMT, CVT, 7DCT or 6AT; turbo variants offer punchy acceleration (0-100kmph in ~9s) and highway composure. Claimed mileage: 17-20 kmpl across fuels.

Interior Features

Modern dual 12.3-inch screens (infotainment + digital cluster), panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, powered driver seat, 64-colour ambient lighting, Bose audio, wireless charging and OTA updates create an upmarket vibe. Rear space fits three adults comfortably with recline function; 433L boot expands via 60:40 split.

Safety and ADAS

Six airbags, ESC, 360-camera, all-disc brakes standard on higher trims; Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise, lane-keep, AEB, blind-spot monitoring) on GTX+/X-Line variants.

Pricing and Positioning

Ex-showroom from ₹11-21 lakh; competes with Hyundai Creta and rivals via premium features and Korean build quality. Ideal for style-conscious families seeking versatility over basic SUVs.

Tata Safari (2026 Facelift)

Tata Safari 2026 facelift is a flagship 6/7-seater SUV with bold styling, powerful engines, Level 2+ ADAS and premium features, targeting large families who want commanding presence and top safety. The update adds a 1.5L petrol engine alongside diesel, refined interiors and enhanced tech across 36 variants (Smart to Fearless+).

Key Design Highlights

Muscular 4661x1904x1786mm body with split-LED lamps, connected DRLs, 19-inch alloys, panoramic sunroof, roof rails and 200mm ground clearance; 680L boot (6-seater). New Frost White dual-tone paint option.

Engine Lineup and Performance

1.5L turbo-petrol (170PS/280Nm) or 2.0L Kryotec diesel (170PS/350Nm); 6MT or 6AT; FWD layout with Eco/City/Sport modes. ARAI 14-16kmpl diesel, 16-18kmpl petrol; refined highway cruiser.

Interior Features

14.5-inch Samsung OLED touchscreen + 10.25-inch cluster, 10-JBL/Dolby Atmos speakers, ventilated/power seats (boss mode), dual-zone AC, gesture tailgate, wireless charging, HUD, 65W USB-C and Alexa connectivity. Captain seats or bench option with recline, armrests, sunblinds.

Safety and ADAS

7 airbags (incl. knee), all-disc brakes, 360-camera, TPMS, ESC; 22-function Level 2+ ADAS (adaptive cruise with stop/go, AEB, lane-keep, blind-spot, traffic sign, high-beam assist). 5-star Bharat/Global NCAP.

Pricing and Positioning

Ex-showroom ₹15.5-26.5 lakh; petrol from ₹17.5 lakh adds variety vs diesel-only rivals like XUV700/Innova; loaded with luxury/safety at value pricing. Ultimate choice for spacious, safe family adventures.

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