Kia Seltos vs MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV (2026)
Kia Seltos (₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh) and MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV (₹25.70 Lakh – ₹27.80 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (August 2026).
- The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹14.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV.
- The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is the more powerful car, with 299 bhp against 158 bhp.
- The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 40 kmpl.
- Only the Kia Seltos has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Kia Seltos has the bigger boot: 447 litres vs 192 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Kia Seltos | MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh | ₹25.70 Lakh – ₹27.80 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L NA petrol / 1.5L turbo-petrol / 1.5L diesel | 1.5L NA petrol + 20.5 kWh battery (PHEV), 303 PS combined |
| Max power | 158 bhp | 299 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Hybrid |
| Transmissions | Manual, iMT, CVT, DCT, Torque Converter AT | DHT Automatic |
| Mileage (claimed) | ARAI figures for the 2026 gen not announced yet (engines carried over) | Up to 40 kmpl claimed (charge-sustaining) |
| Seating | 5 | 7 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 447 L | 192 L |
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Kia Seltos in short
The second-generation Seltos arrived in July 2026 as Kia India's most consequential launch of the year: bolder styling, dual 12.3-inch displays, up to Level 2+ ADAS with a built-in dashcam on the new GTX(O)/X-Line(O) trims, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating whose 31.70/32 adult score is the highest yet for an ICE car. The three familiar engines carry over — 115bhp petrol, 158bhp turbo-petrol, 116bhp diesel — across a restructured 12-trim walk. It renews its rivalry with the Hyundai Creta, and now also the Renault Duster and Nissan Tekton.
Full Seltos prices & variants →MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV in short
The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is India's first mainstream three-row plug-in hybrid: a 1.5L petrol engine plus a 20.5 kWh battery for 303 PS combined, 115 km of electric-only running and a claimed 1,100 km total range. At ₹25.70–27.80 lakh it costs SUV-flagship money, but for daily commutes it can run as a pure EV and still road-trip without charging anxiety.
Full Hector Tomahawk PHEV prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Seltos or Hector Tomahawk PHEV?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹14.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV. (Ex-showroom prices, August 2026.)
Seltos vs Hector Tomahawk PHEV — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Kia Seltos — 5 stars; MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Seltos or the Hector Tomahawk PHEV?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹14.70 Lakh lower than the MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV. The MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is the more powerful car, with 299 bhp against 158 bhp. The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 40 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.