Tata Harrier vs Kia Seltos

Autocar India
Tata Harrier

Tata Harrier

Fearless Ultra Stealth 2.0 Diesel AT

26.11 lakh

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos

X-Line(O) Diesel AT

21.82 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1956 cc
1493 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

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

170 hp at 3750 rpm
116 hp at 4000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

–
250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
–

Terrain Modes

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
47 litres

Official Fuel Economy

–
17.8 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

–
10.8 kmpl

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

–
14.3 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Semi Independent Twist Blade
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

19 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

245/55 R19
215/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

245/55 R19
215/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4605 mm
4460 mm

Width

1922 mm
1830 mm

Height

1718 mm
1635 mm

Wheelbase

2741 mm
2690 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

445 litres
447 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Cooled Glovebox

Door Pockets

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Dead Pedal

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
All

Cup Holders

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
All

Cooled Storage

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Cooled Cup Holders

Powered Tailgate

Yes (Gesture Control)
–

Comfort Headrest

–

Climate Control

2-zone
2-zone

Push Button Start

Rear AC Vents

Cabin Boot Access

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Hands-free Boot Opening

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Heated ORVM

12 Volt Port

–

Foldable Seatback Table

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Interior Lamps

Keyless Entry

Launch Control

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Driving Modes

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Rear Power Outlet

Trunk Light

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Auto Parking

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light
Front Passenger Only

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Roof Grab Handles

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Remote Locking

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Acoustic Windshield

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Window Sun Shades

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Rear Reading Lamp

LED

Third Row AC Vents

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Safety

Automatic Wipers

Blind Spot Monitor

Side Airbag

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold
Yes with Autohold

Lane Departure Avoidance

Lane Keep Assist

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Door Ajar Warning

–

High Beam Assist

Seat Belt Warning

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Hill Start Assist

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Hill Descent Control

Automatic Headlamps

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Speed Assist System

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Electronic Stability Control

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
Driver's Window Only

Front Collision Avoidance

Traction Control

Airbags

7
6

Overspeed Warning

–

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Passenger Airbag

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Curtain Airbag

Adaptive Cruise Control

Driver Airbag

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Driver Attention Warning

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Defogger

Brake Fade Support

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Video Recording

–

Heads Up Display

Dual Tone Horn

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Brake Assist (BA)

BNCAP Rating

–
5

Dashcam

–

Exterior

Illuminated Logo

–

LED taillights

Stop Lamp

Projector Headlamps

Wheel Arch Cladding

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

LED headlamps

ORVM turn indicators

–

Roof Rails

Rub Strips

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

LED fog lamps

LED DRLs

Spoiler

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Cornering Headlights

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Connected LED

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Body Coloured Bumpers

Pop-Out Door Handle

–
Auto

Puddle Lamps

–

Interior

Trip Meter

Gear Indicator

Distance to Empty

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Average Speed

Average Fuel Consumption

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Instantaneous Consumption

Low Fuel Level Warning

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Heated Seats

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Adjustable Front Headrests

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Ottoman Seats

–

Massage Seats

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Driver's Seat Memory

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Seat Count

5
5

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Entertainment

Branded Music System

JBL
Bose

Speakers

10
8

AUX Input

Second Row USB port

Type A and Type C
2 Type C

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
On-board

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Gesture Controls

Rear Entertainment Screens

CD Player

MirrorLink

Display

14.5-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Voice Commands

Alexa

Video Player

Front Passenger Screen

–

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

USB Input

Web Browser

Touchpad

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
2 Type C

Inbuilt Music App

–

Wireless Phone Charging

Steering Phone Controls

Audio System

Steering Audio Controls

Connected Car Features

App Details

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Summon Mode

–

Driving Analytics

Emergency Call Button

–

Find and Book Parking Slot

–

Find My Car

Alexa Compatibility

–

In Car Payment

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Geo Fence

–

Phone App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Remote Engine Start/Stop

Smart Drive Information

–

Live Location Sharing

SOS Button

–

Digital Key

Over the air (OTA) updates

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Location Based Services

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

Hi, I'm planning for a reliable car for my family for long term ownership. Mostly, I drive within the city with monthly average of 300-500 km and take 2-3 long trips in a year. I had shortlisted Seltos HTX petrol. However, I'm getting recommendations to go with Harrier base under my budget. Should I opt with Seltos or Harrier?

•10w

Tata Harrier Diesel Automatic Adventure Plus Dark Edition or new Kia Seltos Diesel Automatic GTX with ADAS? Both fall in the same price range. Which would be the better buy for long-term ownership? I may keep the car for at least 10 years, and most of my usage will be on highways. The Harrier is bigger and more powerful, but I have some concerns about Tata's overall quality, especially the electricals, service and small niggles. Which of the two would be the better choice?

•14w

I m planning to buy a new Diesel Car/SUV for highway and long drive 80% city drive 20% Approx running 3000 km per month. Currently having creta diesel running 2.0 lac km in 5 years Pls guide . Budget is approx 18 lac ex showroom Option mahindra 7XO, TATA SIERRA, TATA HAREER, HYUNDAI CERTA, KIA SELTOS

•14w

want to buy a new Diesel SUV/Car Budget 18 Lac Ex Show Room, purpose long running on Highway 80%, 20% city, 3000 Km per Month currently using Creta Diesel- happy with services and performance pls guide from the options Mahindra 7XO, Tata Sierra , Tata Hareer, Hyundai Kia Creta, Seltos

•16w

I am looking to buy a car in the Rs 20-30 lakh budget. My driving is mostly in the city, and I cover around 50km every weekday, with occasional driving on Saturdays. I want a car with good after-sales service and decent fuel efficiency for city use. Most of my commute is along the Coastal Road from Bandra East to Fort in Mumbai. I am considering the Kia Seltos 2026 X-Line and the Tata Harrier EV, but I'm open to other suggestions if there's a better option in this price range. I have already ruled out the Honda Elevate, Toyota Hyryder, Honda City, and I don't want to buy a Maruti Suzuki.