Kia Seltos vs Tata Harrier (2026)
Kia Seltos (₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh) and Tata Harrier (₹13.00 Lakh – ₹26.11 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier.
- The Tata Harrier is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 158 bhp.
- The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl.
- The Kia Seltos has the bigger boot: 447 litres vs 445 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 Harrier in short
The Harrier is Tata's flagship five-seat SUV, built on the OMEGA architecture derived from Land Rover's D8 platform. The facelifted cabin brings a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Level 2 ADAS and a 5-star Bharat NCAP score, and since 2026 the 170 PS Kryotec diesel is joined by a 168 bhp 1.5L Hyperion turbo-petrol — ending the Harrier's diesel-only era. It battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector and Jeep Compass.
Full Harrier prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Seltos or Harrier?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Seltos vs Harrier — which is safer?
The Kia Seltos scores 5 stars and the Tata Harrier scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the Seltos or the Harrier?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the Tata Harrier. The Tata Harrier is the more powerful car, with 168 bhp against 158 bhp. The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 16.8 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.