Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos

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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1493 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

116 hp at 4000 rpm
116 hp at 4000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

19.1 kmpl
17.8 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
47 litres

User Reported Mileage

17.32 kmpl
–

City Fuel Economy as Tested

–
10.8 kmpl

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

–
14.3 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R18
215/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4330 mm
4460 mm

Width

1790 mm
1830 mm

Height

1635 mm
1635 mm

Wheelbase

2610 mm
2690 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

433 litres
447 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Door Pockets

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Cabin Boot Access

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Glovebox

Cup Holders

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
All

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Roof Grab Handles

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
LED

Foldable Seatback Table

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Front Seatback Pockets

Interior Lamps

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Sunglass Holder

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

2-zone
2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Heated ORVM

–

Glove Box

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dual Tone Horn

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Driver Airbag

Door Ajar Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

Lane Departure Avoidance

Lane Keep Assist

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Side Airbag

Dashcam

Curtain Airbag

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Boot Open Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Passenger Airbag

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

High Beam Assist

Heads Up Display

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Video Recording

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Overspeed Warning

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Front Collision Avoidance

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

BNCAP Rating

–
5

Driver Attention Warning

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

LED DRLs

Projector Headlamps

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

LED headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

LED fog lamps

LED taillights

Illuminated Logo

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

–

Puddle Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

Spoiler

Connected LED

Cornering Headlights

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Scuff Plates

–

Rub Strips

–

Roof Rails

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Pop-Out Door Handle

–
Auto

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

Branded Music System

Bose
Bose

Front USB port

Type C
2 Type C

Inbuilt Music App

–

CD Player

Speakers

8
8

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
2 Type C

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wired
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wired
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Connected Car Features

Geo Fence

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Emergency Call Button

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Find My Car

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Live Location Sharing

Anti Theft Immobilisation

Live Traffic Updates On App

Summon Mode

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

Over the air (OTA) updates

Smart Drive Information

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

Digital Key

Driving Analytics

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Questions you may find useful

•4d

I am thinking to buy either Seltos or Creta for my father. Which one do you suggest?

•1w

Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: they’re in the same segment at similar prices, but which one do you actually prefer? Which would you pick, and what makes it better?

•1w

I live in Bangalore and am planning to buy my first car. I prefer a low maintenance, reliable and smooth everyday drive. It should be a family-friendly car with a spacious cabin, comfortable rear seats and a spacious boot. My usage will be relatively low, with city driving once or twice a week and a highway road trip once every couple of months. As a first-time car buyer, I also value ease of driving, predictable ownership costs and hassle-free after-sales service. The cars that I am currently considering include Kia Seltos, Skoda Slavia and Hyundai Creta. My budget is somewhere around Rs. 17 lakh (all inclusive). I am eligible for a BH number plate. Would appreciate your advice before making a final decision.

•1w

I am using a 2019 Kia Seltos 1.5 petrol Manual NA and am happy with this car. I am planning to change the car. I am considering buying the Duster hybrid now and am also considering waiting for Seltos/Creta hybrid by the end of 2027. We are a family of 3 so the current Seltos is perfect. I use an HTK variant as we are not into extra features. I am a driving enthusiast and have an inherent passion for fast acceleration, perfect handling and highly engaging car that is also easy to maintain and extremely reliable over a period of 7-years. What should I do? I also have a garage limitation of 1700mm height for any car.

•1w

Creta vs Seltos. Same segment, similar prices, but which one do you guys actually like? Which would you pick and what makes it better??