Comparing the Tata Altroz Racer 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 Tata Altroz Racer is available at ₹948,999, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Tata Altroz Racer comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 120 PS @ 5500 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 kmpl for the Tata Altroz Racer 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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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine | 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 | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 19 kmpl | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 120 PS @ 5500 rpm | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Smart-Key Passive Engine Push Start/Stop Button | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 345 l | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1036 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2501 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electric power-assisted steering with manual Tilt adjustments | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Manual day/night anti-glare interior rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Keyless remote entry with speed-sensing auto door lock capabilities | Yes |
| Climate Control | Fully Automatic Climate Control system featuring an integrated "Xpress Cool" rapid drop utility | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) fully digital color driver's instrumentation console display | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Segment-first 3-stage front-row ventilated seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) high-definition touchscreen console utilizing a smooth UI skin with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Smart proximity key fob access | Yes - Smart Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Comfort power window operation across front and rear doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing cabin cooling ducts | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium full leatherette black upholstery with dual contrast racing stripes and special "Racer" headrest embossing | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Advanced 8-Speaker surround system tuned by HARMAN | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted single-pane electric sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | High-output front and rear Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Multi-lingual voice recognition assistant controlling media, navigation, and sunroof configurations | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Built-in inductive smartphone wireless charging pad | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Sporty front and rear bumper profiles featuring specialized dual-tip exposed functional exhaust ends | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated sharp LED Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front fog lamps | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | Sleek automatic projector LED headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors finished in high-gloss black with integrated side turn blinkers | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Integrated rear window wiper assembly with glass heating defogger grid lines | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Clear-lens split LED taillight array | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/60 R16 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 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 | Electronic hydraulic brake actuation assist. | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Advanced Electronic Stability Control with Electronic Traction Control | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Active Hill Hold Control logic system | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Standard rear seat safety anchors | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree high-definition surround-view parking camera matrix offering a live blind-view display | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided reverse distance sensors | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Intelligent real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Atomic OrangePure GreyAvenue White | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
