I am looking for a mid-size SUV with a diesel engine and an automatic transmission. I am confused between the Hyundai Creta and the new Kia Seltos. My running is mostly in the city, about 10 to 20 km daily. Please help.

Autocar India

•3h

Go for the Kia Seltos diesel automatic. It is essentially a more evolved version of the same package, using the same proven engine and gearbox as the Creta , but offering more space, a bigger boot and a noticeably more premium interior along with a longer feature list.

Importantly, unlike the older Seltos, the new one has a much more pliant and comfortable ride, so that is no longer a drawback. This makes it just as usable for your daily 10 to 20 km city driving while still being better overall.

The Hyundai Creta is still a solid, no-nonsense option with a comfortable cabin and proven track record, but it now feels like the more conservative choice rather than the best one, until the new Creta comes early next year.

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Prashanth

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Prashanth

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Hi sir my driving requirement is weekly two days office approximately 120kms so totally 480 kms per month and additional city drive for other purpose is 200kms. So totally 680kms per month plus occasionally high drive of 700 kms once in a three months Currently I have 11 year old verna(2015 make) planning to go for new kia SELTOS i am planning to go for desiel automatic but affrid of DPF. next best choice is petrol turbo DCT.. worried about city milage for big engine of 160 BHP.... Same time I saw some internet news that very soon govt is going to ban deisel cars usage in big cities like Bangalore.. Please suggest me which one I can go???thanks in advance for all genius people....

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•1d

I am planning to buy the Renault Duster Techno 1.3 DCT. I also have the option of the Kia Seltos, but I am confused between the two. I drive very rarely, in the city two or three times a month, and on highways once a month.

Autocar India

•4h

Opt for the Kia Seltos. With your very low usage, just a few city drives a month and occasional highway trips, you need something that is easy, refined and completely hassle-free every time you take it out, and the Seltos fits that role perfectly.It feels smooth and effortless to drive, especially in the city, and overall comes across as a more polished and well-rounded product, which matters more when the car is not used daily. It is the kind of car you can pick up after a gap, and it just feels familiar and easy to live with, without demanding too much from you.The Renault Duster 1.3 DCT is the more enthusiast-focused option with a stronger, more engaging driving experience, and you will enjoy it more on highways, but that strength only really comes into play if you drive often and value that engagement regularly.

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•6d

Is the Renault Duster E85 ready? What does it mean? I have watched a couple of videos on YouTube from Autocar itself and one other creator. Here are the links: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5838JDpbBWw and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUBLwrvlYbA&t=90s. I am confused about whether to buy the Duster, as ethanol blending will increase, but I really like the interior and exterior of the Kia Seltos. So, I am confused about which one to choose.

Autocar India

•5h

The point we’ve made is that Renault has already proven flex-fuel technology in markets like Brazil, where Renault cars routinely run on high-ethanol blends, so it can be introduced here when there’s a clear policy push and E85 fuel availability. For now, the new Duster’s engine for India is calibrated for E20, in line with our fuel roadmap, but the hardware is material-compliant for higher blends, so there’s some headroom built in.So, in short, the current India-spec Renault Duster is not a flex-fuel E85 vehicle and is not designed to run on E85 today. What it means is that when (and if) E85 becomes commercially relevant here, Renault can fairly quickly localise a proper flex-fuel engine for the Duster, rather than starting from scratch, because the tech already exists in its global portfolio.On your Duster vs Seltos dilemma: If you want a daily driver and won’t be doing too many long out-of-town runs, the Kia Seltos is the more complete package right now, with a better-finished cabin, more features and a roomier, more premium overall experience. The Duster will appeal more if you prioritise driving dynamics and rough-road ability, but purely from a comfort, interiors and family-car perspective, the Seltos edges it out.

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Sahil Kannangar

•2d

I am confused between the top-end turbo-petrol variants of the Tata Sierra and the Kia Seltos (2026). My usage will be primarily city driving in traffic, with occasional highway trips. I am looking for a feature-loaded car with a premium feel, good reliability, and strong after-sales service for long-term ownership.

Autocar India

•1d

Mostly city driving with the odd highway run and a strong focus on features, in that case, from your two, I would pick the Tata Sierra 1.5 turbo-petrol automatic in the top trim. It is feature-packed, with a refined and powerful engine, and its torque-converter automatic is smoother in city traffic than the Kia Seltos’ DCT.That said, Kia has a more consistent reputation for service in most cities, which is one of your main requirements. Tata’s service has improved, but dealer experience can vary by city, so check reviews in your area. If that is a concern, then the Seltos is a good alternative, packed with the feel-good features you asked for, like a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof. A trade-off to note for your city use: the DCT can hesitate a bit at slow speeds.Overall, for mostly city use and a feature-rich cabin, the Sierra turbo-petrol automatic in the top trim fits your brief.

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