Let's compare Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Seltos HTE (O) vs Hyundai Creta E

Compare Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Seltos HTE (O) vs Hyundai Creta E price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Seltos HTE (O)
Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25)
Hyundai Creta E
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Seltos HTE (O)

Price

₹ 12.31 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 22,737/month

Hyundai Creta E

Price

₹ 12.24 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 22,609/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Hyundai Creta feels light on the pocket compared to Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) by ₹6,932.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Suv

Suv

Length

4365 mm +35

4330 mm

Width

1800 mm +10

1790 mm

Height

1620 mm

1635 mm +15

WheelBase

2610 mm

2610 mm

Ground Clearance

190 mm

190 mm

Seating Capacity

5

5

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 Liters

50 Liters

Boot Space

433 Liters

433 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

17.14 Km/l

17.4 +0.26

Range

857 Kms +7

850 Kms

Engine Type

G1.5 Mpi

1.5l Mpi

Powertrain Assistance

No

No

Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders

4

4

Displacement

1497 cc

1497 cc

Max Power

113 bhp @ 6300 rpm

113 bhp @ 6300 rpm

Max Torque

144 Nm @ 4500 rpm +0.2

143.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm

Transmission Type

MT

MT

Gear Box

6-Speed Manual

6-Manual

Drive Type

FWD

FWD

Top Speed

174

195 +21

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

--

Yes

Turning Radius

5.3

5.3

Front Suspension

McPherson Strut with Coil Spring

McPherson strut with coil spring

Rear Suspension

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle With Coil Spring

Coupled torsion beam axle

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc

Disc

Safety & Security

Airbags

6

6

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

Yes

--

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

Yes

No

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Child Lock

--

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Manual

Manual

Request Sensors

Yes

--

Push Button Start

No

No

Cruise Control

No

No

Keyless Entry

Yes

--

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

--

Climate Control

--

--

Rear AC Vents

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

--

Rear Armrest

No

Yes

Rear Cup Holders

--

Yes

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

No

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Steel Rims

Steel Rims

Fog Lights

No

No

Tyre Size

205 / 55 R16

205 / 65 R16

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

Headlight Type

Projector

Projector

Tailgate

Manual

Manual

Roof Rails

No

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

8 inch

--

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

No

No

Speakers

6

--

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

No

Telematics

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

No

Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Vs Hyundai Creta Colors
Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Aurora Black Pearl

Aurora Black Pearl

Hyundai Creta Abyss Black

Abyss Black

Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Aurora Black Pearl

Aurora Black Pearl

Hyundai Creta Abyss Black

Abyss Black

Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Vs Hyundai Creta Expert Opinions
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Kia Seltos 1st Gen (2019-25) Vs Hyundai Creta FAQs

The Seltos is a 5-seater compact SUV. It offers good headroom and legroom for front and rear passengers, making it comfortable for small families or groups of friends. Boot space is 433 litres, enough for weekend luggage or groceries.

Mileage depends on the engine and transmission. Petrol versions deliver around 17-18 kmpl under mixed conditions; diesel trims push closer to 19-20 kmpl in highway use. Variants with turbo petrol will be slightly lower.

Using a petrol version with ~17.9 kmpl and assuming petrol at ₹102 per litre: Fuel cost per km ≈ ₹6.00 (₹102 ÷ 17.0-18 kmpl)

The Seltos measures about 4365 mm in length, 1800 mm width, and 1645 mm in height. Ground clearance is decent. Being a compact SUVs' upper mid-SUV segment, parking in tight lanes or old colonies might need care, but in most modern apartments or shopping complexes, it’s manageable.

If you want a stylish SUV with good features, strong after-sales, multiple engine options, and you drive a mix of city + highway, the Seltos makes a strong case. It's good for young families, professionals who want presence without going full luxury, or people wanting a reliable SUV with resale value.

You have multiple engine choices: ~1.5-litre petrol (NA), a 1.5-litre turbo petrol (higher power), and diesel options. Transmission choices include manual, automatic, IVT, DCT depending on engine/variant.

Yes, the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta are like cousins who went to different fashion schools. Both sit on the same platform, share engines, and are built under the Hyundai-Kia umbrella. But Seltos is tuned for a sportier, tech-forward feel while Creta goes for softer ride comfort and mass appeal. If Creta is the “practical elder brother,” the Seltos is the “stylish cousin” with a sharper suit.

The Hyundai Creta is priced between ₹11.11 lakh and ₹20.92 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on variant, fuel type (petrol/diesel), and automatic vs manual gearbox.

Hyundai Creta measures 4.330 m in length, 1.790 m in width, 1.635 m in height (≈ 14.20 ft x 5.87 ft x 5.36 ft). The wheelbase is 2,610 mm, which helps with legroom for back-seaters. Ground clearance is 190 mm (nice if you hate scraping speed breakers).

The Creta offers multiple engines: petrol (1.5-litre NA), a 1.4-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel, depending on variant. Mileage ranges from ≈ 17.4 kmpl to ~21.8 kmpl depending on fuel & transmission.

If you want an SUV that’s stylish, well-loaded, confident on the road (yes, Lord Creta memes are a thing), and gives you good ground clearance, big boot, and highway comfort, Creta is for you. It’s great for small families, professionals who travel, or people who want the image without going full luxury-SUV. If you’re someone who only needs a hatchback for very tight city parking, or wants lowest possible running cost, Creta might feel like “overkill” (and yes, some of the “chhapri” memes come from seeing people park huge SUVs where a small hatchback would do). But for many buyers, that size + road presence + features justify it.

Because Creta has become a status symbol. It’s seen everywhere, sometimes over-parked, sometimes used for flashy selfies. “Lord Creta” jokes come from people treating the SUV like royalty on roads, or behaving like “I own this road because I drive Creta.” It’s humor but also signals what some people value: image + presence. If that matters to you, Creta gives you that.
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