Kia Seltos vs Tata Curvv (2026)
Kia Seltos (₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh) and Tata Curvv (₹9.99 Lakh – ₹18.99 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹1.01 Lakh lower than the Kia Seltos.
- The Kia Seltos is the more powerful car, with 158 bhp against 123 bhp.
- The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 18.4 kmpl.
- The Tata Curvv has the bigger boot: 500 litres vs 447 litres.
Specification Comparison
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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 →Tata Curvv in short
The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.
Full Curvv prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Seltos or Curvv?
The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹1.01 Lakh lower than the Kia Seltos. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Seltos vs Curvv — which is safer?
The Kia Seltos scores 5 stars and the Tata Curvv scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the Seltos or the Curvv?
The Tata Curvv is more affordable — it starts ₹1.01 Lakh lower than the Kia Seltos. The Kia Seltos is the more powerful car, with 158 bhp against 123 bhp. The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 18.4 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.