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Kia Seltos

X-Line Turbo DCT

Vehicle 1
Kia Seltos

10.89 Lakh - 20.3 Lakh

Ex-Showroom Price

Tata Sierra

Empowered+ (Expected)

Vehicle 2
Tata Sierra

15 Lakh - 25 Lakh

Ex-Showroom Price

Resale Value Projection (3 Years)

Est. Value (30k KM)
6.58 Lakh – 7.27 Lakh
8.89 Lakh – 9.83 Lakh

Basic Info

Price
10.89 Lakh - 20.3 Lakh
15 Lakh - 25 Lakh
Fuel Type
petrol
petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Available Colors
Pewter Olive, Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, Aurora Black Pearl, Imperial Blue, Intense Red
Sierra Dust, Glacier White, Daytona Grey

Engine & Performance

Engine Capacity
1482
1497
Max Power
160 bhp
168 bhp
Max Torque
253 Nm
280 Nm
Mileage (Claimed)
17.9 kmpl
16 kmpl
Top Speed
190 kmph
180 kmph
0-100 kmph
8.9 sec
9.0 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Eco, City, Sport

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4365 mm
4340 mm
Width
1800 mm
1841 mm
Height
1645 mm
1715 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2730 mm
Ground Clearance
190 mm
205 mm
Kerb Weight
1405 kg
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot / Fuel Tank
433 L
450 L

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Semi-Independent Twist Beam
Brakes (Front)
Disc
Disc
Brakes (Rear)
Disc
Disc
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
235/60 R18
Wheel Type
Crystal Cut Alloy
Alloy

Safety & Warranty

NCAP Rating
3 Stars (Global NCAP - Pre-Facelift)
5 Stars (Expected)
Airbags
6
6
Warranty
3
3
Service Interval
10000 km
15000 km

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 Sierra

Tata Sierra 2026 is the revived iconic SUV that blends retro-modern design with modern tech and family practicality, launched late 2025 to compete in the compact SUV segment. It targets nostalgia-driven buyers who want distinctive boxy styling, strong road presence and versatile performance against Creta/Seltos rivals.

Key Design Highlights

Boxy, upright silhouette with signature rounded headlamps, thick C-pillar and large glasshouse; 205mm ground clearance handles rough roads well. Gloss black cladding, connected LED light bars front/rear, dual-tone roof and 18-inch alloys on higher trims give premium urban SUV appeal. Length around 4.3m with 622L boot space.

Engine Lineup and Performance

Three engines: 1.5L NA petrol (105-118bhp/145Nm), 1.5L turbo-petrol (158-170bhp/280Nm) and 1.5L turbo-diesel (116bhp/260-280Nm). Pairings include 6MT, 6DCA/AT; FWD layout with drive modes (Eco/City/Sport) and claimed 15-20kmpl efficiency. Punchy turbo variants suit highways; top speed ~190kmph.

Interior Features

Triple-screen setup (12.3-inch infotainment + cluster + AC panel), panoramic sunroof, ventilated/power seats, JBL 12-speaker audio, wireless charging and OTA updates create a premium cabin. Rear AC vents, reclining bench, air purifier and powered tailgate add family comfort; even base Smart+ gets keyless entry, electronic parking brake.

Safety and ADAS

Six airbags, all-disc brakes, 360-camera, ESC, hill-hold/descent; top Accomplished variants pack Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise, lane-keep, AEB). Robust build from Tata's latest platform.

Pricing and Positioning

Ex-showroom ₹11.49-21.29 lakh across 24 variants (Smart+, Pure, Adventure, Accomplished). Value-packed even at base; ideal for style-conscious families seeking unique design over cookie-cutter SUVs.

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