Comparing the Hyundai i20 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 i20 is available at ₹704,000, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai i20 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 16 kmpl for the Hyundai i20 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 | 12V Standard | — |
| 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 with Dual VTVT | 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 | 16 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 | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 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 / IVT (CVT) | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 311 l | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display | 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 or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation | 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 | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Bose Premium 7-speaker system | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Available via Bluelink | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Available with Cooling Pad | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut 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 | Yes | 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
