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Hyundai i20 vs Kia Seltos

In 2026 when choosing between the Hyundai i20 and Kia Seltos, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Hyundai i20 Price starts at Rs. 5.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Era Petrol Manual, Kia Seltos Price starts at Rs. 10.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE. i20: 1197 cc engine, 16 to 17.75 kmpl mileage. Seltos: 1482 cc engine, 17.9 to 20.7 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
i20 vs Seltos Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS I20 Seltos
BrandHyundaiKia
Price₹ 5.99 Lakhs₹ 10.99 Lakhs
Mileage16 to 17.75 kmpl17.9 to 20.7 kmpl
Engine Capacity1197 cc1482 cc
TransmissionManual, automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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i20
Hyundai i20
Era Petrol Manual
₹5.99 Lakhs*
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Seltos
Kia Seltos
HTE
₹10.99 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
1.2 l KappaSmartStream G1.5
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm113 bhp @ 6300-144 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Front Tyres
185 / 70 R14205 / 65 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Front Suspension
McPherson StrutMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam AxleCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
185 / 70 R14205 / 65 R16
Length
3995 mm4460 mm
Wheelbase
2580 mm2690 mm
Height
1505 mm1635 mm
Width
1775 mm1830 mm
Bootspace
311 L447 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 litres47 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Parking Assist
NoReverse Camera with Guidance
Air Purifier
No-
Air Conditioner
Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)Manual
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoYes
Trip Meter
2 Trips ElectronicElectronic 2 Trips
Tachometer
Digital-
Gear Indicator
No-
Average Speed
YesYes
Heads Up Display (HUD)
NoNo
Door Ajar Warning
Yes-
Clock
Digital-
Child Safety Lock
YesYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
YesYes
Central Locking
Manual Key-OperatedKeyless
Body-Coloured Bumpers
YesYes
Body Kit
NoCladding - Body Coloured
Power Windows
Front Only Power WindowsFront & Rear
Rain-sensing Wipers
No-
Door Pockets
Front & RearFront & Rear
Rear Defogger
NoNo
Rear Wiper
No-
Driver Armrest Storage
YesYes
Sunglass Holder
YesYes
Cup Holders
Cupholders in Front Only-
Cornering Headlights
NoNo
Headlights
HalogenLED
Headlight Height Adjuster
YesYes
Fog Lights
No-
Follow me home headlamps
YesYes
Puddle Lamps
No-
Ambient Interior Lighting
NoNo
AM/FM Radio
No-
Wireless Charger
NoNo
Smart Connectivity
NoAndroid Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Bluetooth Compatibility
NoPhone Calls & Audio Streaming
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
No-
GPS Navigation System
No-
Voice Command
No-
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
NoNo
Check Vehicle Status Via App
NoNo
Remote Car Lock/Unlock Via app
NoNo
Geo-Fence
NoNo
Find My Car
NoNo
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NoNo
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Child Seat Anchor Points
YesYes
Puncture Repair Kit
NoNo
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
NCAP Rating
3 Star (Global NCAP)Not Tested
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
YesNo
Hill Hold Control
YesYes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
NoYes
Brake Assist (BA)
NoYes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Rear Armrest
NoNo
Split Rear Seat
NoNo
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Seat Upholstery
FabricFabric
Folding Rear Seat
FlatNo
Front Seatback Pockets
YesNo
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Driver Armrest
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹6,58,260₹12,75,869
Ex-Showroom Price
₹5,99,001₹10,99,000
RTO
₹23,960₹1,21,900
Insurance
₹34,799₹54,469
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹14,148₹27,423
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Stylish exterior designTypically loaded with featuresMultiple engine options

Cons

Expensive towards the top end variantsContinues to have low ground clearenceCould have had a larger boot space
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