Kia Seltos vs Volkswagen Taigun

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Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos

X-Line(O) Diesel AT

21.82 lakh

Volkswagen Taigun

Volkswagen Taigun

GT Plus Sport 1.5 TSI DCT

19.47 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
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Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

116 hp at 4000 rpm
150 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Official Fuel Economy

17.8 kmpl
18.85 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

10.8 kmpl
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

14.3 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity

47 litres
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User Reported Mileage

–
13 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson suspension and stabiliser bar

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Twist beam axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
–

4 Wheel Steer

–

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R18
205/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R18
205/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
–

Turning Radius

–
5.05

Dimensions

Length

4460 mm
4221 mm

Width

1830 mm
1760 mm

Height

1635 mm
1612 mm

Wheelbase

2690 mm
2651 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

447 litres
385 - 1405 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
1320 kg

Comfort

Cup Holders

–

Launch Control

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Trunk Light

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Climate Control

2-zone
1-zone

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Third Row AC Vents

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Dead Pedal

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Driving Modes

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Door Pockets

–

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Driver Armrest Storage

Rear Power Outlet

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Heated ORVM

–

Rear AC Vents

Ambient Lighting

Push Button Start

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Glove Box

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Interior Lamps

–

Roof Grab Handles

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

–

Auto Parking

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
Driver Window Only

Front Seatback Pockets

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
Driver Window Only

Power Windows

Front and Rear
–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

UV Cut Glass

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Safety

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
Warning Only

Traction Control

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Side Airbag

Seat Belt Warning

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Hill Descent Control

–

High Beam Assist

–

Brake Assist (BA)

Heads Up Display

–

Central Locking

Child Safety Lock

–

BNCAP Rating

5
5

Hill Start Assist

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold
–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Curtain Airbag

Driver Attention Warning

–

Driver Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Passenger Airbag

Rear Defogger

Airbags

6
6

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Automatic Headlamps

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Automatic Wipers

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Exterior

Projector Headlamps

–

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Pop-Out Door Handle

Auto
–

Stop Lamp

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Roof Rails

Functional

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Front Fog Lamps

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Connected LED

LED taillights

Spoiler

–

LED headlamps

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED fog lamps

–

LED DRLs

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Rub Strips

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Interior

Tachometer

Digital
–

Average Speed

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Trip Meter

–

Distance to Empty

–

Speedometer

Digital
–

Gear Indicator

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Head-up Display

–

Shift Indicator

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Adjustable Rear Headrests

–

Third Row Seats

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Heated Seats

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Seat Count

5
5

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

–

Massage Seats

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Entertainment

MirrorLink

–

Satellite Navigation

On-board
–

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

USB Input

–

Branded Music System

Bose
–

CD Player

–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Voice Commands

Touchpad

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.09-inch Touchscreen

Audio System

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Web Browser

–

Speakers

8
6

Front USB port

2 Type C
–

Gesture Controls

–

AUX Input

–

Wireless Phone Charging

–

Video Player

–

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Driving Analytics

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Digital Key

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

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Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

SOS Button

–

Geo Fence

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I’m planning to buy the new VW Taigun Topline MT as my first car. I’m a first-time buyer with no driving experience, but I’m genuinely interested in learning to drive and want a manual transmission rather than an automatic. My annual usage will be around 5,000–7,000km, mostly a mix of city and highway driving, and I intend to keep the car for 10–12 years. Safety is one of my biggest priorities, followed by looks, driving enjoyment and long-term ownership costs. Would you recommend the Taigun Topline MT over alternatives like the Hyundai Creta SX MT, Kia Seltos HTX MT or Duster Adventure? I’m choosing the Taigun because I like its looks, features and driving experience, but I want an honest assessment rather than a recommendation based solely on performance or enthusiast appeal. Would you go ahead with this choice in my situation?

•9w

Should safety rating a major consideration for buying a car? I drive a 5 star rated car and I feel safe knowing the car I drive is sturdy and well built. Is it really safe or 5 star rating keeps my mind at peace. I feel it is not emphasized enough. Let's take Creta for example. It is the single most dominant mid size SUVs for a decade now but safety is not there as compared to seltos, Victoris, Elevate, Kushaq or Taigun. Creta still dominates. I understand it is going through a major facelift next year but why wait a decade and still do not have a 5 star rating, not even 4. Low safety rating is then but never tested is not an option. Shouldnt it be made mandatory? What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.

•12w

I am confused between Taigun 1.5 Sport and Seltos Diesel X-Line top model. I have owned the Polo AT and Vento AT in the past, so my love for Volkswagen is making this decision difficult.

•14w

I'm a Female, 5'1", small built, currently drive a Venue (Turbo) automatic, and a Wagon R. I'm looking for a mid size Petrol SUV, 1.5 L turbo, automatic for highway drives, safety (gncap) being my first priority (will retain venue for city driving). Some days I tend to drive 4-5 hrs without a break on Highways. 20-21L on road is my budget. ADAS 2, ambient lighting, illuminated buttons, hill assist, a great music system and seat and seatbelt height adjustments are a must too apart from all other features that I've got in my Venue. (My amazing Venue has never failed me, even in steep hilly terrains of HP and Uttarakhand or dry, scorching highways of Haryana, UP, 200-250 km nonstop with absolutely no engine heating, and that's what I expect from my new car too- never get me stranded ever; ) Love Harrier, hate tata dealerships; love xuv 7xo, hate Mahindra; Love Victoris, hate its rear styling; At present I'm left with Taigun, Seltos and Creta. Is there any SUV that fits my requirements? Thank you. P.S (some other cars I've driven long term are Indica, Indigo XL, Fiat Palio, Ford Figo, Grand Vitara 2010 (imported) etc.) No.of passengers-3- all small built.)

•15w

Dear Sir/Madam, I would appreciate your advice regarding the purchase of a compact SUV for my parents, who are around 65+ years old. The vehicle will mainly be used for commuting within a rural town, with occasional city drives and around 2 airport trips per year. My requirements are: Petrol automatic transmission Good interior space and comfortable seating for 5 passengers Good fuel efficiency Easy and stress-free ownership with long-term reliability Comfortable ride quality suitable for elderly passengers Good after-sales support (service centres of major brands are available within 20 km) I am considering models such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun/Kushaq, and similar compact SUVs. Could you please advise which would be the best choice considering space, efficiency, comfort, reliability, and long-term maintenance? Is the Honda Elevate still a good buy compared with the newer competitors? Currently using Dzire