Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Hyundai ALCAZAR side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Seltos is available at ₹1,372,000, while the Hyundai ALCAZAR is priced at ₹1,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Hyundai ALCAZAR's 1482 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 160 PS @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 17.5 kmpl for the Hyundai ALCAZAR. 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 | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 1482 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 1.5L Turbo GDi Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 17.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 160 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 253 Nm @ 1500–3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | 6-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 180 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 4560 mm, 1800 mm, 1710mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Available with Bluelink buttons |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | 8-way power driver seat & 6-way power passenger seat |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation & Bluelink |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Available for 2nd and 3rd row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Premium Dual Tone Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | Voice-enabled Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Multiple Type-C fast chargers |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available for 1st and 2nd row |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard with Silver Skid Plates |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED DRLs & Sequential Turn Indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | LED Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Quad-Beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Puddle Lamps |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 215/60 R17 (Mid) / 215/55 R18 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Diamond Cut Alloys |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze | Titan Black MatteTitan BlackStarry NightAtlas White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
