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Asked by: Vijay Khannaon Jan 12, 2026
I am planning to buy either a Hyundai Creta or a Kia Seltos with an overall budget of ₹20 lakh. Which one is the better option, or should I consider something entirely new?
If you are in the market for an SUV to buy right away, we suggest you go for the Kia Seltos. While the two SUVs are closely related, the recently launched Seltos is based on a new-gen platform and comes with advancements in safety, tech and refinement, and is also significantly more spacious. The next-gen Hyundai Creta that will be based on the same platform is about a year away from launch.
What also makes the new Setlos' case stronger is the fact that pricing is very tempting, being about at par with the now gen-old Creta.
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Asked by: Amit Aroraon Jan 12, 2026
I am planning to buy the Kia Seltos HTX variant with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. I am confused between choosing the manual transmission or the IVT automatic. I have been driving manual cars for 15+ years, and my monthly driving is around 500km, mostly within the city. Please advise which transmission would suit me better. Also, does Kia’s IVT have issues similar to a DCT?
The Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 petrol with a CVT automatic transmission (IVT) is a good option for you since you drive quite a bit in the city. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is refined, and the IVT gearbox is seamless and responsive. Also, a CVT gives you more convenience than a manual, and it will be more reliable than a dual-clutch transmission (DCT), too.
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Asked by: Nishanton Jan 11, 2026
I am confused between the Sierra Pure 1.5 NA petrol MT and the Victoris VXI MT/AT. My priorities are safety and reliability, and my annual driving is around 8,000km. I have test-driven the Victoris AT and found it very smooth, but rear-seat headroom and shoulder room felt limited compared to the Sierra. Since the Sierra is a new model, I am unsure about its performance and long-term reliability. Please advise.
Purely as a chauffeur-driven car, the Tata Sierra 1.5 NA petrol MT is an excellent choice for its easy-going, refined nature and a very comfortable cabin. However, its engine performance is lacklustre, and the Maruti Suzuki Victoris will feel much better in comparison. Maruti's petrol engine is nicer, drivability is better, and it is likely to be more fuel efficient, too.
If rear seat space is your priority, you could consider the Hyundai Creta 1.5 Petrol MT or Kia Seltos 1.5 Petrol instead, which are more spacious than the Victoris. Out of these, the Kia is newer and a touch more spacious than the Creta, hence it is the one that gets our vote.
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Asked by: Arindamon Jan 11, 2026
My brother wants to buy a new car with a strict budget of ₹20 lakh. The budget cannot be extended any further. His daily driving is within the city, with highway use being very rare. He drives about 45km every day. He is 5 feet 11 inches tall, and we are a family of four. Please recommend a suitable car within this budget.
The new Kia Seltos with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and IVT (automatic) is the one to get. It feels thoroughly modern, offers the latest features and technology, and is more spacious and comfortable than before. The Petrol-IVT combination works seamlessly and delivers a smooth driving experience. This powertrain is available across a wide price band, hence you will certainly find more than one variant within your budget.
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Asked by: Rajeshon Jan 11, 2026
I currently own an i20 and am planning to upgrade to a midsize SUV. I have shortlisted the base variants of the Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos, but I am concerned about power delivery. Between the two, which offers better pickup with a naturally aspirated engine and better value for money?
The base variants of both the Tata Sierra and Seltos come with naturally aspirated 1.5-litre engines. If you are looking for performance and good power delivery, the Seltos' 1.5 engine is better.
In fact, the Tata 1.5 NA engine is the weak link in the Sierra, as performance and power delivery are sluggish and nowhere near as responsive as the Kia Seltos’ engine.
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Asked by: Kakakon Jan 10, 2026
I am planning to buy a new SUV. I am considering the Creta or Seltos, and if I look at a 7-seater, the XUV 7XO or Scorpio N. Which is better between the Creta and Seltos, and between the Scorpio N and XUV 7XO?
Between the Hyundai Creta and Seltos, both cars offer the same engine and gearbox options. However, the Kia Seltos is all-new, features a larger body, more cabin space, and feels a notch up in quality as well.
Your choice of seven-seaters isn’t as similar. The Mahindra Scorpio N is built on a body-on-frame chassis, which means it's very tough and can take a lot of beating, but it's nowhere near as comfortable as the XUV 7XO, which has a larger cabin and far more features.
The biggest difference between the two is ride quality: the Scorpio N, a tall-riding SUV, rocks from side to side and is quite bumpy on rough roads. In contrast, the Mahindra XUV 7XO, with its updated suspension, feels incredibly refined and comfortable. It softens the bumps and feels very stable at high speeds. So if you don’t travel on really bad roads, the XUV 7XO is a far better option.
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Asked by: Deep Kumar Dimrion Jan 9, 2026
I am planning to upgrade my car and am considering the Maruti Victoris, Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder or Kia Seltos, with a maximum budget of ₹16 lakh. I am not an enthusiastic driver and only need essential features such as a large infotainment system, alloy wheels and leatherette seats. Features like a sunroof, turbo engine or head-up display are not necessary. Which car and which variant should I opt for with a petrol manual transmission?
The Kia Seltos is the best pick of the models on your shortlist. It's got a refined petrol engine and smooth manual gearbox, and delivers better performance on the whole. What also works in the Seltos' favour is its comfier ride quality. Further, the Seltos is a larger vehicle and offers significantly more passenger space.
Within Rs 16 lakh, you could get the Seltos 1.5 MT HTK that gets features like a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and part-leatherette seats.
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Asked by: Samir Shahon Jan 8, 2026
Hi Autocar Team, I am planning to replace my Honda BR-V CVT and have shortlisted the Kia Seltos CVT, Kia Seltos Turbo DCT, and Tata Sierra Turbo Petrol AT, all in top-end trims. My daily driving involves about 30km of bumper-to-bumper traffic in Mumbai, with around 7,500km driven annually, along with a couple of highway trips of about 400km each. The car will mostly be chauffeur-driven in the city, so rear-seat comfort is important. My budget is ₹25 lakh. Please suggest the most suitable option.
The Kia Seltos CVT is the ideal choice for your daily commute in bumper-to-bumper traffic. The transmission is seamless, power delivery is adequate for your occasional highway trips, and the drive experience will be smooth and comfortable. Fuel efficiency will also likely be better than any other turbo-petrol option, as turbo cars generally consume a lot more fuel (than NA engines) in stop-go conditions.
The Tata Sierra delivers excellent ride comfort, the backseat is very comfortable, and its turbo-AT combination delivers strong performance. But the Kia car edges ahead in terms of finesse and quality.
If fuel efficiency isn't a concern, then another option you could consider is the new Mahindra XUV 7XO. The turbo-petrol AT combination is smooth, performance is stronger than the Kia and Tata car. Besides having a very spacious and comfortable backseat, this Mahindra car also gets a rear-seat ventilation function, which you might find useful.
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Asked by: Avinashon Jan 7, 2026
I have a family of four and am looking for a petrol automatic SUV, preferably with a DCT. My options include the Seltos, Sierra, Harrier and 7XO. My annual running is around 6,000km, so I do not want to overspend, but also do not want to compromise on features.
If you want to choose a DCT, your best bet is the Kia Seltos or Hyundai Creta. Both get the 1.5L Turbo Petrol engine, which produces 160 hp and is paired with a 7-speed DCT, but the Creta gets this combination in a higher variant than the Seltos.
The Kia Seltos was launched very recently, so it has a fresher look, is bigger in size and offers all modern features. Even the lower variants of this Kia car have decent features. Tata Sierra gets the DCT with the naturally aspirated engine, which is not our top pick and Harrier and XUV 7XO don't get the DCT.
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Asked by: Charanpal Surion Jan 6, 2026
I am confused between the 1.5 NA with IVT and the 1.5 turbo with 7-speed DCT. My usage will be mainly in the city, but after 1.5 years, it will be around 70% highway driving between Gurgaon and Delhi, with the rest in the city. I prefer a jerk-free drive, reliability, and a good overall driving experience.
While you haven't specified which car you are buying, we assume this choice is for either the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, or Kia Carens Clavis. Whichever the case, given your usage and requirements, we recommend the 1.5 IVT.
The Hyundai/Kia CVT gearbox, which uses a chain drive, feels more robust and responsive than others that use a belt-drive system, and the 115hp 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine feels more than sufficient for city or highway use. Yes, of course, the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol is more powerful and more exciting, but the 7-speed DCT gearbox is simply too jerky in low-speed use, which becomes frustrating after a while. In the long run, this gearbox will likely require more maintenance than the IVT, too.
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