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•26w

I am confused between the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos because both are from sister brands and offer similar features. The Kia Seltos HTX Plus variant is available for ₹17.56 lakh, but I need to spend more on the Creta to get similar features. Help me clear the conflict.

•26w

Your confusion is justified, given that the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos are closely related products. However, you should know that the recently launched second-generation Seltos is built on a new-generation platform, while the Hyundai Creta continues the old platform. The next-gen Creta, which will also move to the new platform, will only arrive in 2027.

Till the next-gen Creta goes on sale, the Kia Seltos has the clear advantage with a more sophisticated platform that brings in greater tech, better refinement and the promise of enhanced safety too. Further, the new Seltos is also a fair bit larger than the Creta, giving it a big advantage in cabin space.

We suggest you go ahead with the Kia Seltos HTX Plus, which makes for a well-rounded package.

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•17w•

I am confused between kia seltos htk(o) petrol manual ya creta s(o) 2026 summer edition petrol manual.can u suggest anything

•26w•

I wanna buy Seltos but some critics saying that You cannot buy the spare parts easily of seltos There is High maintainenece of this Kia Seltos Should i buy Creta or Kia 🙏

•26w•

I have booked seltos 2026 hte petrol, i was planning to buy value for money varient after watching a few videos, car has not yet arrived so if i plan to buy a upper variant its the htk(o) ivt(cvt) variant It will be a jump of 5 lacs extra. I am way to confused! If spending like 17-18 lacs should i buy a ev instead of petrol ? My run is mostly in city 70% 30% highway 1200-1500 kms monthly. And occasionally like 4-5 times a year we travel outstation. Please help me.

•18w•

The Kia Seltos HTK Diesel AT would be a better choice for you as you cover around 18000 kms a year. The rupees two lakh would be recovered in a matter of 3.5 years. If 70% of your run is within the city a AT transmission is a must not just an afterthought. The petrol MT or CVT will not give you fuel efficiency figures in excess 10 kmpl if you are lucky and below 9 kmpl in heavy traffic. If budget is a constraint save up and buy later but do not buy the base variants which you will regret later.

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•4h

Hello Team, I currently own a 2013 Hyundai i20 Sportz CRDi and am planning to upgrade to a mid-size SUV. My budget is around Rs 20 lakh on-road in Kerala. My monthly running is approximately 700-800km, with occasional long drives, and I plan to keep the car for at least 10 years. I recently test drove the Duster 1.3-litre DCT automatic and was quite impressed with its driving dynamics and comfort. I really enjoyed the overall driving experience. Could you please share your insights on whether the Duster would be a good choice for long-term ownership, considering my usage and the fact that I plan to keep the car for 10 years? Also, are there any other alternatives in this budget that I should consider?

•1h

The Renault Duster actually sounds like a very good fit for your requirements. With just 700–800km of monthly running and occasional long drives, there is little reason to choose a diesel, and the 1.3-litre turbo-petrol gives you plenty of performance for both city use and highway trips. The Duster’s biggest strengths are its excellent balance of ride comfort and driving dynamics, along with 212mm of ground clearance.The 1.3 DCT is also a particularly good combination. It uses a wet-clutch DCT, and the gearbox is smooth enough in everyday driving while the engine provides strong performance when you are out on the highway.The only reservation is long-term ownership. This is a new-generation Duster, so there simply isn't enough 8 to 10 year Indian ownership data yet. The DCT is also mechanically more complex than a conventional torque converter, and Renault's service reach isn't as strong as Hyundai, Kia or Maruti.If you want alternatives, the Kia Seltos 1.5 IVT is the more conservative long-term choice, while the Skoda Kushaq 1.0 AT is worth considering if driving enjoyment is important.

I am planning to buy a car with an automatic transmission and have shortlisted two options: the Kia Seltos HTX IVT and Tata Sierra TGDI Adventure Plus. I am upgrading from a 2018 Maruti Ciaz 1.4-litre. Which one should I choose?

•16h

Go for the Kia Seltos HTX IVT. Coming from a Ciaz, this Kia car will feel like a significant upgrade in terms of refinement, comfort and overall ownership experience. The IVT automatic is smooth and well suited to everyday driving, and Kia's service network and reliability track record are strong. The Seltos also offers a more premium and well-finished cabin, better rear seat space and a more polished ownership experience overall.The Tata Sierra TGDI Adventure Plus is a very interesting product with a strong turbo petrol engine and a more rugged, characterful appeal. However, the turbo petrol is a newer powertrain with a shorter ownership track record, and Tata's service experience is still not quite as consistent as Kia's.The Seltos HTX IVT is the safer and more sensible upgrade from a Ciaz, offering a more refined and hassle-free ownership experience. The Tata Sierra is worth considering only if you specifically want a more rugged, characterful SUV and are willing to accept a slightly less proven ownership proposition.

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•1d

I am planning to buy a new crossover within a month and want to keep it for four to five years. My priorities are good resale value, decent highway acceleration and mileage. My budget is Rs 15-17.5 lakh, and I am considering only cars with a DCT, torque-converter, CVT or IVT automatic. I have shortlisted the Skoda Kushaq Signature, Hyundai Creta S(O), Kia Seltos HTK and Honda Elevate VX. I am also considering waiting for the new Elevate facelift in October. I was thinking of waiting for the Creta facelift as well, but it will take a few more months. I expect to drive 60% in the city, with occasional highway trips. I want a car that performs well on the highway, offers good overtaking ability and delivers decent mileage. I have driven Honda and Volkswagen sedans abroad. Which car would be the better fit for my needs?

•17h

Based on your requirements, the Skoda Kushaq Signature 1.0 TSI with the 8-speed torque converter automatic is the best fit. It offers strong mid-range performance for highway overtakes, a proven and reliable powertrain, and a driving experience that will feel familiar and engaging given your experience with VW group cars abroad. The torque converter automatic is smooth and well-suited to your 60% city usage, while still delivering the punch you want on the highway. This Skoda car also sits comfortably within your budget and is available immediately, which is important given your one-month timeline.The Hyundai Creta S(O) IVT and Kia Seltos HTK IVT are both excellent alternatives if you prioritise refinement and a more premium cabin experience. The IVT gearbox is exceptionally smooth in the city, but the naturally aspirated petrol engine does not offer the same mid-range punch as the Kushaq for highway overtakes. The Honda Elevate VX CVT is the most reliable long-term ownership proposition, but again, the naturally aspirated engine is not as strong on the highway.Waiting for the Elevate facelift in October is a reasonable option if you are not in a hurry, but the changes are expected to be incremental rather than transformative.Overall, the Kushaq Signature 1.0 TSI torque converter strikes the best balance between performance, reliability, driving enjoyment and immediate availability. It will deliver the highway performance you want while remaining easy to live with in the city.

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•1w

I have a Tata Nexon Creative AMT that is only a year old, but I have already had to replace the spark plugs four times and the ignition coil once. I am still facing engine misfires and vibrations inside the car. I am honestly fed up with Tata's service, as they have been unable to resolve the issue. I am therefore planning to sell the Nexon and buy a Kia Seltos with a manual transmission this time. My priority was safety earlier, and it remains my top priority. However, I now also want peace of mind and a hassle-free ownership experience. Would selling the Nexon and switching to the Seltos be a good decision?

•6d

Yes, it is a good decisionYes, it is a good decision to sell the Tata Nexon and move to the Seltos manual. The Nexon is generally a safe and well-engineered car, but if you are facing repeated engine issues and the service centre is unable to resolve them, it is understandable to lose confidence in the ownership experience. The Kia Seltos is a very well-rounded SUV with a strong safety package, a more refined ownership experience and a good service network. The manual transmission is also a good choice if you want to avoid any potential automatic gearbox-related issues. Overall, if peace of mind and a hassle-free ownership experience are your top priorities, the Seltos is a sensible upgrade.

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•2d

Which car should I buy among Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Petrol base or Kia Seltos petrol base? And also tell me if anyone has faced power issue or pickup issue while overtaking as I want the car for long term.

•2d

Between the two, the Seltos is the better choice, especially if you are looking at the base variant. It feels more premium, is the newer product and offers a more complete package even in its lower variants.The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol makes 115hp and 144Nm. It isn't a particularly powerful engine, but it is smooth and refined and is perfectly adequate for normal city driving.For overtaking, it won't have the punch of the Seltos turbo, but it isn't underpowered either. With a full load and during quick highway overtakes, you may need to plan ahead and use higher revs. The Grand Vitara's 1.5 petrol is also a smooth, simple powertrain, but its performance is more relaxed and the base variant is quite sparsely equipped.

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•2d

Hi, I am looking for a car under Rs 10 lakh for my parents. They go on outstation trips almost every month, covering around 400-500 km on a round trip. I am looking for something spacious yet elegant.

•2d

For your parents' usage pattern, the lower variants of the Maruti Suzuki Brezza manual are the most sensible recommendation. It is a genuinely spacious compact SUV with a comfortable rear seat, good ride quality and a naturally aspirated petrol engine that is well suited to long highway runs.Maruti's service network is a major advantage for outstation trips, and the Brezza's reliability and low maintenance costs make it a stress-free ownership proposition. It also has a mature, understated design that feels elegant without being flashy.

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