I’ve shortlisted the Kia Seltos to exchange my 2016 Creta diesel MT, however I’m confused about whether or not I ought to go for diesel-automatic, turbo petrol-DCT or petrol-IVT; the latter being over Rs 3 lakh cheaper than the opposite two. My each day utilization is round 25km inside Mumbai metropolis which incorporates bumper-to-bumper visitors. Should I go for a Grand Vitara hybrid as a substitute?

Rohit B, Mumbai

Autocar India says: Since your utilization is primarily inside the metropolis, the Seltos IVT is the best selection. Sure, it may not be as thrilling because the turbo-petrol iteration, however it’s easy and has greater than sufficient pep to make fast progress, each within the metropolis and out on the freeway. Kia does not provide the Seltos petrol-IVT iteration within the top-spec trims, nonetheless the HTX variant (costliest petrol IVT) packs in a number of feel-good options like LED lights, panoramic sunroof, touchscreen and extra, which make it a compelling proposition.

The Grand Vitara hybrid, then again, can be rather more fuel-efficient. However, between the 2, the Seltos is extra spacious, has a greater cabin atmosphere and high quality, in addition to a bigger boot. Also, your restricted utilization does not warrant a hybrid, and you’ll have to cowl a number of thousand kilometres earlier than breaking even the preliminary premium you pay for a hybrid.

Also See:

Kia Seltos facelift assessment: Small adjustments add up

Kia Seltos facelift video assessment

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara assessment: Creta’s most severe rival but

2022 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara video assessment

Elevate vs Seltos vs Creta vs Grand Vitara vs Taigun: Midsize SUV comparability video