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Kia Seltos price in Pherzawl
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₹12.35 - ₹22.34 Lakh
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Asked by: Abhinav Sharmaon Jan 16, 2026
I am planning to buy a new compact SUV with a budget of 15L. My yearly running would be around 10k kms (50% bumper-to-bumper and 50% highways). I am confused between Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi AMT and the Hyundai Creta EX (O) (both petrol). Please suggest a better option (not particularly from these two). I felt Brezza's interior isn't good enough, but it beats Creta petrol in mileage. Haven't considered Tata or Mahindra because of the reliability factor.
Between the two options you have selected, you can pick the Hyundai Creta. It has better interiors and is more spacious, too. Hyundai Creta's 1.5-litre engine is a refined unit and performs well for everyday usage. It is also the most efficient unit among the ones being offered on Creta. In our real-world mileage test, the mileage was not significantly different for Brezza and Creta.
The other option you can consider is from Hyundai's sister brand Kia, the Setos, which was launched recently, offers more space, a fresh cabin and the latest tech. The looks are a little polarizing, but if you don't mind it, the Kia Seltos can be a better bet.
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Asked by: Sumanth kagathi prakash guptaon Jan 16, 2026
I want to upgrade to a new automatic car primarily for city driving in Bangalore, with occasional highway trips. My budget is ₹15 to 17 lakh. Should I choose the Kia Seltos or Tata Sierra, or is there a better option?
The powertrain to pick in the Tata Sierra lineup is the 1.5 Turbo Petrol with AT, but for that, you will have to pay around 21 lakhs. Within your budget, you can consider the Kia Seltos HTK CVT. The 1.5-litre petrol engine is a smooth and refined one, and the CVT on offer is one of the smoothest gearboxes in the segment. While CVTs have a rubber band effect, it's not that apparent in city driving, where it feels smooth. Seltos is now bigger than earlier and has decent features too.
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Asked by: Gyanenderon Jan 15, 2026
I am planning to buy a new car within a budget of Rs 20-22 lakh. My preference is Honda/Toyota/Kia, and Mahindra cars. Should I go for 7XO/Seltos or should I wait for upcoming models from Toyota or Honda? Please suggest. Also suggest between 7XO and Seltos.
The Mahindra XUV 7XO is a good option to consider. It is spacious, comfortable, and has a strong set of features. The 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy, and the automatic gearbox is smooth too. The new suspension gives it an excellent ride, and the feature set is vast, too.
The Kia Seltos is another option worth considering, but it has a much bolder design. The interior is high quality, but the overall space isn't better than the Mahindra car. Between the two, the Mahindra XUV 7XO would be our recommendation.
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Asked by: Jerryon Jan 14, 2026
I am planning to buy a new automatic car with a budget of ₹16.5 lakh. I am considering the Hyundai Creta EX optional IVT, Kia Seltos HTE optional, and Maruti Victoris VXi AT. Are these good options, or should I consider any other car?
The Kia Seltos HTE(O) is the pick of the three models on your shortlist. Its engine and gearbox (shared with the Creta) are very smooth and refined, and what also sets it apart is its spacious cabin, which is the roomiest of the three.
This Kia car also delivers the best ride comfort of the three SUVs. The HTE(O) gets its share of goodies, too, like a slick 10.25-inch touchscreen and digital dials, and will make you feel like you got the most for your money.
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Asked by: PMon Jan 13, 2026
Looking to upgrade. I am confused between the Kia Seltos HTE (O) IVT and the Maruti Grand Vitara Delta AT. I liked Seltos overall as a product; however, worried about the maintenance & higher spares cost. Please advise with respect to Seltos mileage & maintenance cost. Can accomodate upto 20% higher mileage & maintenance cost. Please advise.
If mileage and maintenance cost are the only reasons you are holding back on the Kia, we would not worry about that too much. The Maruti brand has a general reputation and image of low maintenance. However, the Kia Seltos's service costs are not very high, and the brand has a decent reputation for reliability.
We will be doing a detailed maintenance cost study in a few months, but it will be safe to say that the overall cost will be within the ballpark of the Grand Vitara. As for mileage, we have yet to test the new Kia Seltos, but it should be close (between 20% to 30%) of the Grand Vitara, which returned 11.6kpl in the city and 15.3kpl on the highway in our standard test cycle.
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Asked by: Ashwanion Jan 13, 2026
I am planning to buy an automatic car with a budget of up to ₹20 lakh (maximum). My priorities are automatic engine, safety and comfort. I am confused between the new-generation Kia Seltos and the Honda Elevate. Should I wait for the upcoming Taigun and Elevate facelifts?
The Kia Seltos is a very good all-rounder, and the new-generation car has had focused improvements in ride quality and rear seat space, so this should meet your requirements for a comfortable car. Safety equipment is good, with features like six airbags and ESC standard across the range. The car has not been crash tested by GNCAP or BNCAP yet.
The Volkswagen Taigun has secured a 5-star GNCAP rating, and the facelift should secure the same too. However, in terms of comfort, it would rank behind the Seltos and will take a few months to arrive, with the Honda Elevate being later still. Thus, on the whole, we think the Kia Seltos is a good buy that you can happily go ahead with.
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Asked by: Aarti Kon Jan 13, 2026
Hi, I am looking for a mid-size automatic SUV mainly for city use. It should comfortably seat 5 adults and offer decent boot space. My budget is ₹10-15 lakh on-road. I like the Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara, and I am not keen on Mahindra or Tata vehicles. Which one would you recommend?
You should know at the outset that both these SUVs will only be available in their base and lower variants at your budget of Rs 10-15 lakh on road; top variants cost more than Rs 20 lakh. But with that in mind, of your shortlisted two, we would recommend the Kia Seltos.
While the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is efficient and smooth, its rear seat feels too cramped for five, and its boot is not huge, either. The Kia Seltos, being a much larger car, offers noticeably more rear-seat space and a bigger boot. It's also better built and has more modern tech on the inside.
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Asked by: Rajeshon Jan 13, 2026
I would like to buy a new family car or SUV within a maximum budget of 21 lakh (on-road). Petrol automatic is the preferred choice. Which one will be the best option to buy, considering good travel comfort and features? Sunroof is not considered.
We would recommend the Kia Seltos or the Tata Sierra, as they will meet your requirements for travel comfort and features very well. With the Sierra, you should look at the turbo direct-injection petrol, as this engine is very refined and delivers good performance, too. Within your budget, you will get the Adventure Plus variant, which will be well-equipped.
In the case of the Kia Seltos, the new car has made improvements in ride quality and rear space, so this too will meet your comfort requirements. As for engine choice, we would recommend the naturally aspirated 1.5-litre engine with the CVT gearbox, as it is smooth and refined, while not outright quick. It will do the job just fine.
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Asked by: Nandan Ramaswamyon Jan 13, 2026
I own a 2020 Hector (manual, petrol). My daily usage is predominantly within Bangalore city, with 6-8 long highway drives per year. I am happy with the comfort of the Hector, but it is not fun to drive at all. I'd like advice on a 5-seater petrol SUV (manual or automatic), that offers better features and driving experience than Hector. The cost of ownership is also important to me. I have seen the Tata Sierra, and I did not like what I saw. I am looking at changing my car in the next 1-2 months. Kindly help.
Since you are looking for a petrol SUV, we would recommend the new Kia Seltos. It is a well-rounded package and is fun to drive. This Kia car also offers a spacious and well-equipped cabin, and the ride quality is comfortable, too. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and smooth, but of the two gearboxes available, we would recommend the 7-speed DCT auto.
The reason is that Kia doesn't offer a manual gearbox with this engine, but instead an iMT, which is a semi-automatic 'clutchless' manual, wherein you shift gears without needing to use a clutch pedal. While good in theory and certainly a relief for your right foot, it's not great for enthusiastic driving and tends to slow your progress; a proper automatic is ultimately a better bet.
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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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