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Shivam Gupta

•16h

Hi, need some genuine advice as I’m completely confused between these options: Kia Seltos HTK (O) Automatic Kia Seltos HTX (ADAS) Petrol NA Automatic Tata Sierra Adventure+ TGDi Petrol Automatic My usage is around 700 km/month, mostly Faridabad ↔ Gurgaon commute (city + some highway). Budget is not a constraint, but I’m struggling to decide: Tata Sierra feels more appealing for safety, size, and road presence Kia Seltos offers better features, refinement, and overall package in the same price range I also feel Seltos height/stance is slightly lower, which is making me lean toward Sierra — but I don’t want to regret missing out on Kia’s reliability & feature set. Looking for long-term ownership advice (5–7 years): Which one would you recommend and why? Is turbo petrol (Sierra) worth it over NA (Seltos) for my usage? Any real ownership insights would help a lot

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Your confusion is understandable because these cars appeal for very different reasons. Starting with the Tata Sierra, commenting on long term reliability is genuinely difficult because it is an all new product. You are absolutely right about its road presence. It looks bigger on the road because it is taller and wider, and that translates into a wider cabin and excellent seating comfort. Space and the sense of safety are clear strengths, and for someone who values size and presence, the Sierra naturally feels more desirable.

The Kia Seltos, however, is a far more rounded and proven package. As you correctly observed, it is priced lower and yet offers more features at the same price point. The 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with the CVT automatic is extremely smooth, refined and well suited for your Faridabad to Gurgaon commute. This powertrain has been around for a while now, is well understood and is known for being fuss free to own over the long term. For someone planning to keep the car for five to seven years, this matters a lot.

If road presence, cabin width and the appeal of something new matter more to you, the Sierra will satisfy emotionally. But if you are looking at this purely from a long term ownership perspective with refinement, reliability and peace of mind as priorities, the Seltos is the easier recommendation.

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Shivam Gupta

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Thanks, that helps a lot. One follow-up — if I slightly prioritize driving feel and long-term satisfaction over just peace of mind, would you still recommend the Seltos HTX NA, or is there a case to consider the turbo variants (either in Seltos or Sierra)? Also, how significant is the difference in real-world driving between NA and turbo for mostly city use

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Shubham Singh

•9h

I regularly service my Kia Seltos (December 2024 model). The current odometer reading is approximately 37,714 km. The last service was done at 28,000 km, so I understand that the next service is due at 38,000 km. However, due to Holi, I need to travel to my hometown and won’t be able to get the car serviced in Gurugram. I will be travelling approximately 500-600 km to Lucknow and have already scheduled a service appointment there. Could you please confirm whether it is safe to drive an additional 500-600 km beyond the 38,000 km service interval before getting the 4th service done?

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It is always recommended to stick to the prescribed service intervals, as they are defined after extensive testing and are important for the long-term health of the car, as well as for keeping the warranty intact. That said, real-world situations like travel plans do come up, and manufacturers do account for some buffer while defining service schedules.In your case, driving an additional 500 to 600 km beyond the 38,000 km service interval in your Kia Seltos should not be a problem, especially since you already have a service appointment scheduled in Lucknow. Service intervals are designed with a degree of redundancy, and a small overrun like this is generally acceptable. The sensible thing to do, which you have already planned, is to inform the dealership about the situation and get the service done at the earliest possible point after your journey.

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Viswanathan S

•2h

I have a 2015 manual diesel Creta SX(O) model for the past 10 years. Planning to buy an automatic car. Family of two, and I am 65. Only Bangalore city driving, averaging 100 km per month. What car similar to the Creta do you suggest? I do not mind waiting for six months.

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For your mostly city driving in Bangalore and an easy-to-live-with automatic, the Kia Seltos is a very good choice. It feels familiar but is larger, more spacious and better equipped than your old Creta, with a bigger boot as well.We recommend the 1.5 litre petrol with the IVT automatic. The gearbox is smooth and seamless, and the refined engine makes everyday driving effortless. The Hyundai Creta is also a good option, but the Seltos feels slightly more spacious and is a better value at a similar price. Plus, the Hyundai Creta is expected to be replaced early next year, and since you are willing to wait, this is something you can keep in mind before making a final decision.

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Ashish

•2w

Which car should I choose within a budget of 16 lakh? Family of 3-5 persons. Daily usage is 20 km. I like Victoris and 3XO, but I am exploring other options.

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If you plan to regularly travel with 5 passengers, the back seats of both the Maruti Victoris, especially the XUV 3XO, may be a bit tight for the three passengers. The Tata Sierra is one option you could consider, as it has a fantastic back seat that is wide and offers plenty of legroom.The new Kia Seltos is an even better option, as it offers a more powerful base 1.5-litre powertrain than the Sierra and a good back seat, too. If you want to play it safe, the Hyundai Creta is still the favourite among SUV buyers, a proven product with an affordable cost of ownership and good resale value.

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Posted on: 23 Feb 2026