Kia Seltos vs MG Hector

MG Hector Price starts at Rs. 14.00 Lakh which is Rs. 3.21 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Seltos priced at Rs. 10.79 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kia Seltos (Diesel Model) is 20.7 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of MG Hector (Diesel Model) is 15.58 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kia Seltos (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine , while MG Hector (Top Model) is powered by 1956 cc engine. The Comparison Kia Seltos X-Line Turbo DCT vs MG Hector Savvy Pro CVT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Seltos vs Hector

Key Highlights Seltos X-Line Turbo DCTHector Savvy Pro CVT
Engine Type Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi 1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled
Max Power 157.81bhp@5500rpm 141.04bhp@5000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 17.9 Kmpl 12.34 Kmpl

Seltos vs Hector Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Seltos X-Line Turbo DCTMG Hector Savvy Pro CVT
Rating
80 reviews
93 reviews
Brand Name Kia MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.81 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 20.76 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1482 cc 1451 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 157.81bhp@5500rpm 141.04bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed DCT CVT
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Colors
Kia Seltos Colors
MG Motor Hector Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 17.9 Kmpl 12.34 Kmpl
Tyre Size 215/55 R18 215/55 R18
Boot Space 433 Liters 587 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 38,312 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 40,159 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 19,512 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 76,612 Seltos Insurance Rs. 89,157 Hector Insurance
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Engine Type
Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi
1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
1482 cc
1451 cc
Max Power
157.81bhp@5500rpm
141.04bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
253Nm@1500-3500rpm
250Nm@1600-3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
CVT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
GDi
...
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
Eco-Normal-Sport
Eco,Normal,Sports

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
50 Liters
60 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
17.9 Kmpl
12.34 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
Parcel Tray
...
Rear Seat Headrest
4
...
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
8
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
433 Liters
587 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Parcel Tray
...
Rain Sensing Wiper
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4365*1800*1645 mm3
4699*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2750 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Sunglass Holder
Sunglasses Holder
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
3
No of Speakers
4
5
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
...
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
...
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
...
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Dual Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Electric Parking Brake, Front & Rear Defogger, Trumpet Horn, Bend CruiseAssistance (BCA) (Sub Function ofACC), Traffic JamAssist (TJA), Safe DistanceWarning (SDW), Intelligent Hydraulic Braking Assistance (IHBA),Intelligent Headlamp Control (IHC)
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
Smartwatch App
Live Location
Remote Immobiliser
...
Engine Start Alarm
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Digital Car Key
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
ECall And ICall
Over Speeding Alert
Valet Mode
...
Remote Ac On Off
Remote Door Lock Unlock

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Seltos
  • Still a very good looking Crossover
  • New DRLs and connected taillamps look fab
  • 18-inch alloys now in both X-line and GTX+ variants
  • ADAS 2.0
  • Panoramic sunroof and dual zone climate control
  • New more powerful turbo petrol
  • Plenty of drivetrain options including a diesel engine
MG Hector
  • Road presence
  • A large SUV that will get attention on the roads
  • Spacious and comfortable cabin
  • Ample space for six-footers
  • Loaded with features such as powered seats, front seat ventilation, 14” Touchscreen and ADAS — feels like money well spent
Kia Seltos
  • Prices will go up
  • Some could feel that the visual changes are not enough
MG Hector
  • No diesel-automatic option
  • Will put off buyers with high running
  • Petrol engine is not particularly fuel efficient
  • Not recommended for heavy city use

Is MG Hector Better Than Kia Seltos?

53% users have chosen MG Hector over Kia Seltos in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 286 users have also rated MG Hector and Kia Seltos on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Kia Seltos is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Hector Seltos
Mileage 3.5 3.8
Performance 3.9 4.4
Comfort 4.2 4.7
Maintenance 3.5 4.0
Safety 4.0 4.0
Features 4.1 4.7
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Which car is best between Kia Seltos vs MG Motor Hector?
As per the users experiences Kia Seltos is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your car. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Seltos vs MG Motor Hector?
The Kia Seltos is cheaper than MG Hector by Rs. 95,472.
Which car has better mileage Kia Seltos vs MG Motor Hector?
The Kia Seltos delivers better mileage 17.9 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Kia Seltos vs MG Motor Hector?
For the X-Line Turbo DCT version, 1482 cc Petrol engine of Seltos produces 157.81bhp@5500rpm of power and 253Nm@1500-3500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Savvy Pro CVT version, 1451 cc Petrol engine of Hector produces 141.04bhp@5000rpm of power and 250Nm@1600-3600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Seltos has better performance.

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