Comparing the Hyundai Exter and the Kia Seltos side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai Exter is available at ₹649,000, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Exter comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 83 PS @ 6000 rpm and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.2 kmpl for the Hyundai Exter versus 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | Standard 12V system | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L Kappa Petrol | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 19.2 kmpl | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed Manual | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 391 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 912 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3815 mm, 1710 mm, 1631 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Digital display) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with 4.2-inch Color TFT MID | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop | Yes - Smart Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Semi-Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters (Top trims) | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof with Voice Command | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Type-C Fast Charger (Front) + 12V Socket | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Supported (System and Smartphone integration) | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature H-LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Power Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | H-Signature LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/65 R15 (Top) | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Dual Tone Alloy (Top) | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) |
| Brake Assist | Available (Integrated with ESC) | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline/Digital | Yes |
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| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
