Kia Seltos vs Tata Sierra (2026)
Kia Seltos (₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh) and Tata Sierra (₹11.49 Lakh – ₹21.29 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (September 2026).
- The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Tata Sierra.
- The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 21.3 kmpl.
- The Tata Sierra has the bigger boot: 622 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 Sierra in short
The Sierra revives Tata's most loved nameplate as a boxy midsize SUV that squares up to the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Tata's own Curvv. Launched in November 2025 with deliveries from January 2026, it offers three 1.5L engines — a 105 bhp petrol, a 158 bhp Hyperion turbo-petrol and a 116 bhp Kryojet diesel — a segment-huge 622-litre boot, and a full 5-star Bharat NCAP rating with six airbags standard.
Full Sierra prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Seltos or Sierra?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Tata Sierra. (Ex-showroom prices, September 2026.)
Seltos vs Sierra — which is safer?
The Kia Seltos scores 5 stars and the Tata Sierra scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the Seltos or the Sierra?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹0.49 Lakh lower than the Tata Sierra. The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 21.3 kmpl. The Tata Sierra has the bigger boot: 622 litres vs 447 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.