The two Korean cousins, Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos have gained massive popularity in India. Hyundai Creta has been the top-selling compact SUV at one time and remains close to that position. Launched in 2019, Kia Seltos soon outshined every other contender including Hyundai Creta. Ever since Hyundai facelifted Hyundai Creta in 2020, its rivalry with Kia Seltos has taken an interesting turn. Keep reading, as we lay before you how well these two Korean compact SUVs perform against each other.
Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: Dimensions
Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | |
Length | 4300 mm | 4315 mm |
Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Height | 1635 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Boot Space | 433 L | 433 L |
Clearly, Kia Seltos is slightly bigger than Hyundai Creta in every parameter, and the difference doesn’t end at size only. While Hyundai Creta looks sufficiently classy, Kia Seltos looks more stylish than Hyundai Creta and appears snazzier due to perfectly placed and proportioned ornamentation.
Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: Interiors and Tech Features
Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | |
Infotainment system | 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
Wireless charger | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated front seats | Yes | Yes |
Powered driver’s seat | Yes | Yes |
Air purifier | Yes | Yes |
Rear window blinds | Yes | Yes |
Drive or terrain modes | Yes | Yes |
Remote engine start | Yes | Yes |
Paddle shifters | Yes | No |
Ambient lighting | No | Yes |
Tilt / Telescopic steering adjust | Yes / No | Yes / Yes |
Sunroof | Panoramic | Regular |
Heads-up display | No | Yes |
It’s a tight competition in the feature department. As most features are available in both, each car is offering some perks over another one. Kia Seltos’s advantage over Hyundai Creta includes ambient lighting and easing off the driver’s job with its heads-up display and telescopic adjustment for steering along with tilt. However, instead of the standard sunroof which is there in Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta has a massive panoramic sunroof on offer. While Hyundai Creta is missing a heads-up display and telescopic adjustment, it is smoothening the driving experience with paddle shifters.
Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: Safety Features
Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | |
Front parking sensors | No | Yes |
Rear parking sensors | Yes | Yes |
Airbags | 6 | 6 |
Electronic parking brake | Yes | No |
ABS, EBD, and ESC | Yes | Yes |
Blind Spot indicator | No | Yes |
Parking camera | Rear | 360-Degree |
Auto headlamps/ Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes / No | Yes / Yes |
Tyre pressure monitor | Yes | Yes |
Both cars are sufficiently safe with their six airbags, rear parking sensors, TPMS, ABS, EBD, and ESC. Kia Seltos has the advantage of a 360-degree parking camera whereas Hyundai Creta has just the rear one. Moreover, with the availability of a blind spot indicator, front parking sensors, and rain-sensing wipers, Kia Seltos seems to slightly lead in the safety race. However, Hyundai Creta is not too far behind and has an electronic parking brake on offer that Kia Seltos is missing.
Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: Powertrains
Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | |
Engine | 1.5L petrol engine 1.5L diesel engine 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine | 1.5L petrol engine 1.5L diesel engine 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine |
Power | 115 PS 115 PS 140 PS | 115 PS 115 PS 140 PS |
Torque | 144 Nm 250 Nm 242 Nm | 144 Nm 250 Nm 242 Nm |
Transmission | * 6-Speed Manual for petrol and diesel engine * CVT for 1.5L petrol * 6-Speed torque converter for 1.5L diesel * 7-Speed DCT for 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine | * 6-Speed Manual for all three engines * 6-Speed iMT and CVT and for 1.5L petrol * 6-Speed torque converter for 1.5L diesel * 7-Speed DCT for 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine |
Mileage | 17 km/l for petrol 21 km/l for diesel | 16.8 km/l for petrol 21 km/l for diesel |
Since both cars have the same engines, power and torque remain the same. Nevertheless, everyone likes to have more options, and Kia Seltos has an upper hand here. All the options available in Hyundai Creta are there in Kia Seltos. Moreover, Kia Seltos offers a 6-Speed iMT transmission for the 1.5L petrol engine and a 6-Speed manual transmission for the 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine. In terms of mileage, Hyundai Creta has a slight advantage of 0.2km/l over Kia Seltos for petrol-powered variants.
Hyundai Creta vs Kia Seltos: Price & Conclusion
Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | |
Entry-level (Ex-Showroom) | ₹10.16 – 13.34 lakhs | ₹9.95 – 12.29 lakhs |
Mid-level (Ex-Showroom) | ₹14.13 – 16.37 lakhs | ₹13.19 – 15.99 lakhs |
Top-level (Ex-Showroom) | ₹16.57 – 17.87 lakhs | ₹16.75 – 18.10 lakhs |
Used car prices (starting) | ₹7.30 lakhs | ₹14.84 lakhs |
The prices of homeland cousins don’t differ much. In their respective price brackets, Hyundai Creta has 19 variants and Kia Seltos has 18 variants.
The rivalry seems fairly tight in every department. Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, both are amply loaded with features to keep your ride smooth, comfortable, and convenient. With a couple of additional driving perks, Kia Seltos offers you a better driving experience, however a big panoramic sunroof tips the popularity scale in favour of Hyundai Creta.
FAQs
Which transmission options are available in Kia Seltos?
The Transmission options available in Kia Seltos are a 6-Speed manual or CVT, 6-Speed iMT, and 7-Speed DCT, and 6-Speed torque converter.
Does Kia Seltos have a panoramic Sunroof?
No, Kia Seltos has only a standard sunroof.
How Safe is Hyundai Creta?
Hyundai Creta is an amply safe car. It has six airbags, ABS, EBD, ESC, TPMS, rear parking sensors, and an electronic parking brake.
Among Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, which one is more powerful?
Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta have the same engines. A 1.5L petrol engine produces 115 PS, a 1.5L diesel engine produces 115 PS, and a 1.4L turbocharged engine produces 140 PS.
Does Hyundai Creta have Lane-watch cameras?
No, the Hyundai Creta doesn't have a lane-watch cameras.
