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5w

I am confused between buying Skoda Kylaq and Kia Seltos. Please suggest.

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5w

Buy the Kia Seltos. It is simply easier to live with for most buyers, thanks to a much wider service network and many more variant and powertrain choices, including good automatics across a wider price range. For daily city runs with the odd highway trip, the Seltos will feel like the more complete package and it has a more spacious and premium cabin. 

The Skoda Kylaq will suit you only if you really enjoy driving. It feels tighter and more confidence inspiring on the move, and the steering has more feel. If you plan long, frequent road trips and care more about how it drives than gadgets, that’s where the Kylaq shines. The flip side is fewer dealers and fewer variant choices.

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5w

Kylaq is best choice

4w

Kia Seltos is the best option. In this current scenario Kia is captured the Market.

4w

Good recommendation 👍

5w

I have kia 2026 seltos one can compare it with any best car on road i have made long road trips it’s diesel automatic and i took 22.8 km per litre on highway ride is so good i had skoda ,ford, Maruti suzuki , Honda, but my opinion is that kia 2026 I repeat 2026 model are ultimate

5w

Better go for Kulaq, The Kia Seltos is built with low-quality parts, resulting in frequent noises and repeated problems. This raises serious concerns about its durability and overall quality.

5w

I am owner of Kia from 2019 October (petrol naturally aspirated manual) so probably the first batch of cars. Except for a stiff suspension there are no complaints / issues till date. Done aprox 80K on the odometer. Never had any break down and no issues what so ever. Service cost aprox 8K. Hope this helps you in making your decision.

5w

Currently I am using Ritz diesel car from past 14 years and now I am planning to buy SUV Diesel version. Which car can be preferred for good mileage, new technologies and safety

5w

Never compare German car with a cheap Korean car.. Go for skoda if you want world class driving experience.

5w

I am confused between maruti suzuki Brezza and kias seltos.please guide me

5w

i drive honda jazz manual petrol transmission ..i drive in bangalore with stop and go traffic...with 80% drive in city ... i am planning to buy a automatic compact suv... i am considering elevate cvt / xuv 3xo AT PETROL TGDI, kylaq at... which one to pick for long ownership

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Hi, we live in Thane, and my commute is around 12 km on alternate days. Our budget is Rs. 20-25 lakh, and we’re looking for an automatic car. We’re open to both petrol and EV options. Based on reliability, comfort, mileage/running costs, and after-sales service, which cars would you recommend? Thanks!

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With a 12km alternate-day commute and a Rs 20-25 lakh budget, you are in a sweet spot where both petrol automatics and electric cars make sense. The decision really comes down to your usage pattern and ownership priorities.If you have a dedicated parking space with charging access, an EV is a very strong option. The Hyundai Creta Electric is the most sensible recommendation here. It is a well-rounded EV with good range, a spacious cabin and a mature ownership experience. Your running costs will be significantly lower than those of a petrol car, and the short daily commute plays perfectly to an EV's strengths. Another good option is the newly launched Tata Sierra EV, though unless you stretch your budget, you might have to settle for the smaller 63kWh battery.If charging is not practical, a petrol automatic is the safer long-term choice. The Kia Seltos IVT is the recommendation here. It is a comfortable, well-equipped and reliable midsize SUV with a smooth automatic gearbox that is well-suited to city driving. Kia's after-sales network is strong in Thane, and the Seltos strikes a good balance between comfort, features, and peace of mind in ownership.

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Hi, I booked the new Kia Seltos CVT when its ex-showroom price was 13.41 lakh. At the time of booking, the dealer promised delivery by 30 June, but due to delays, the delivery has now been pushed to the first week of August. Since July 2026, the price of my variant has increased by 30,000. At the time of booking, I received a 10,000 insurance discount and a 10,000 accessories discount. Since the car will now be delivered in August, can I expect any additional discounts or offers? Or should I wait until the festive season in October? I'm quite confused.

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2h

If you are happy with the Kia Seltos and the price, take delivery now. The Seltos is a strong all-rounder, and the IVT is a smooth, reliable gearbox for city use. The Rs 30,000 price increase is unfortunate, but it is not unusual for manufacturers to increase prices periodically, and waiting for a festive offer is not guaranteed to offset that increase. Kia’s festive offers are usually modest, and there is no certainty that a bigger discount will appear in October. You already have Rs 20,000 in discounts, which is a reasonable deal on a popular model. If you are still unsure, ask the dealer to honour the original price or offer additional accessories to compensate for the delay. If they refuse, and you are not in a hurry, you can wait until October, but do not expect a significantly better deal. The Seltos is a new car, and the price is unlikely to drop in the near term. Take delivery now and start enjoying the car.

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I'm planning to buy an automatic SUV with a budget of around 18-20 lakh. My monthly running is around 500km, with a mix of city and highway driving. My priorities are fuel efficiency, comfort and safety. Which SUV would you recommend, and why?

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3h

With a budget of Rs 18-20 lakh, a monthly running of around 500 km and a mix of city and highway driving, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient option. The strong hybrid system delivers excellent fuel efficiency in both city and highway conditions, while the automatic gearbox is smooth and easy to live with. The Victoris also offers a comfortable ride, good rear-seat space and a strong safety package, though at your budget, you are looking at an entry-level trim.For your running, the Kia Seltos IVT is a better alternative. It isn't as efficient as the Victoris Hybrid but offers a more premium and feature-rich cabin. The IVT gearbox is seamless in operation, and the 1.5-litre NA engine is very refined, making it a very relaxed car to drive in the city.The Tata Sierra is also worth considering if comfort and space are your top priorities. It offers a very comfortable ride and a spacious cabin.Overall, if fuel efficiency is your absolute top priority, then the Victoris Hybrid is a solid choice. But otherwise, the Kia car is a more rounded package with a good balance of fuel efficiency, comfort, features, safety and long-term ownership experience.

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