Kia Seltos vs Skoda Rapid

Skoda Rapid Price starts at Rs. 11.99 Lakh which is Rs. 99,100 costlier than base model of Kia Seltos priced at Rs. 11.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Skoda Rapid (Petrol Model) is 16.24 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kia Seltos (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine , while Skoda Rapid (Top Model) is powered by 999 cc cc engine. The Comparison Kia Seltos GTX (O) Diesel AT vs Skoda Rapid 1.0 TSI Matte Edition AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Seltos vs Rapid

Key Highlights Seltos GTX (O) Diesel ATRapid 1.0 TSI Matte Edition AT
Engine Type 1.5l CRDi VGT 1.0L TSI Petrol
Max Power 114bhp@4000rpm 108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 16.24 Kmpl

Seltos vs Rapid Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Seltos GTX (O) Diesel ATSkoda Rapid 1.0 TSI Matte Edition AT
Rating
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Brand Name Kia Skoda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 21.82 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.49 Lakh
Engine Displacement 1493 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars Sedan,Mid_Size_SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 114bhp@4000rpm 108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6 Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Colors
Kia Seltos Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 16.24 Kmpl
Tyre Size 215/55 R18 195/55 R16
Boot Space 447 Liters 460 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) ... 116 mm
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
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Rs. 42,208 @ 10.5% (60 months)
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Insurance Rs. 93,054 Seltos Insurance ...
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Displacement
1493 cc
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Engine Type
1.5l CRDi VGT
1.0L TSI Petrol
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
999 cc
Max Power
114bhp@4000rpm
108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
175nm@1750-4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
6 Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
Valve Configuration
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DOHC
Paddle Shift
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Fuel Supply System
CRDI
Direct Injection
Kerb Weight
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1139-1169 Kg
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
ECO | NORMAL | SPORTS
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
47 Liters
55 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
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16.24 Kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
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Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
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Suspension Front
McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabaliser
Suspension Rear
6
Compound link crank-axle
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
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5.3
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
195/55 R16
Wheel Size
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Alloy Wheel Size
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R16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
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Ventilated Seats
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Additional Interior Features
Rear Parcel Shelf
Chrome décor for interior door handles,Chrome décor for gear-shift selector, locking button of handbrake,Chrome trim on air conditioning vents and duct sliders,Chrome trim on steering wheel,Dual tone Tellur Grey Interiors,Piano Black décor on the gear-shift console,SuperSport flat bottom steering wheel with black stitching,Premium black leatherette upholstery with Alcantara inserts,Handbrake lever with leatherette cover base,Multi-function display (MFD) of Travelling time, Distance travelled, Average speed, Immediate consumption, Average consumption, Travel distance before refuelling, Service Interval, Outside temperature, Clock,Reading spot lamps at the rear,Illumination of luggage compartment,Illumination of glovebox,Stainless steel scuff plates with Rapid inscriptio
Digital Cluster Size
12.3
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Upholstery
Leatherette
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Interior Lighting
Ambient light
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Fabric Upholstery
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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Air Conditioner
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Ambient Light Colour
64
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Glove Box
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Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
4
Boot Space
447 Liters
460 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
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Remote
Additional Exterior Features
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Glossy Black radiator grille,Glossy Black door handles,Glossy Black exterior mirrors,Body colour bumpers,Glossy Black décor on B-pillar,Bolt caps,Quartz cut headlights with chrome eyelashes,Projector lens technology,Rear diffuser,Glossy Black body side moulding,Glossy Black front spoiler,Glossy Black tailgate spoiler,Glossy Black trunk lip garnish
Wheel Covers
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ORVM
Powered & Folding
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Automatic Driving Lights
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Integrated Antenna
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LED DRLs
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LED Fog Lamps
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LED Taillights
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Sun Roof
Panoramic
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Projector Headlamps
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Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
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Outside Rear View Mirror
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Turn Indicator in ORVM
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
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LED Headlamps
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Ground Clearance (Laden)
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116 mm
Length*Width*Height
4460*1830*1635 mm3
4413*1699*1466 mm3
Wheelbase
2690 mm
2552 mm
No. Of Doors
5
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In Car Entertainment (Audio)
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Large Format Display, SD/MMC Data Card Reader
Addtional Comfort Features
Sunglass holder
Climatronic - automatic air conditioning with electronic regulation of cabin temperature,Adjustable dual rear air conditioning vents on rear centre console,Dust and pollen filter,USB Air purifier,Tinted windows and windscreen,Dead pedal for footrest,Front sun visors,Vanity mirror in front passenger side sun visor,Rear windscreen sunblind,Foldable roof handles, for front and rear passengers,Storage compartment in the front and rear doors,Storage pockets behind the front seats,SmartClip card holder,Coat hook on rear roof handles and B-pillars,Retaining strip on the driver sun visor
USB Charger
Front & Rear
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Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
16.51 cm Drive Audio Player central infotainment system,GSM telephone preparation with Bluetooth
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
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Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
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One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Drive Modes
3
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No of Speakers
8
4
Adjustable Steering
4
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Android Auto
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Apple CarPlay
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Bluetooth
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USB Ports
Available
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Additional Features
Rear Parcel Shelf
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No of Tweeter
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Power Windows
Front & Rear
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Speakers
Front & Rear
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
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Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
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Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
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Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
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Subwoofer
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Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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Engine Start Stop Button
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Rear ACVents
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Touchscreen
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
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Paddle Shifters
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Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
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Low Fuel Warning Lamp
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Adjustable Headrest
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Clock
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Powered Seats
Front
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Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
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AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
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Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
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Speakers Rear
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Automatic Headlamps
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Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
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Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
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Door Pockets
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Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
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Front Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
2
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
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Blind Spot Monitor
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Hill Descent Control
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Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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360 View Camera
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Curtain Airbag
Available
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Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
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Speed Alert
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Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
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Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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Seat Belts
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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No of Airbags
6
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Brake Assist (BA)
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Traction Control System (TCS)
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Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Child Safety Lock
Driver Airbag
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Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
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Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Both
Rear Wash Wiper
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Day Night IRVM
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Keyless Entry
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Passenger Airbag
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Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
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Side Airbag
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Forward Collision Warning
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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keep Assist
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Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Inbuilt Apps
Kia Connect 2.0
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Over Speeding Alert
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Seltos
  • Looks aggressive and has strong road presence.
  • Cabin space is accommodating for a family of 5.
  • 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX, rear camera, TPMS and a lot more safety as standard. Higher variants add ADAS, 360-degree camera and more!
  • Variety of engines and transmissions means there’s a Seltos for different use cases.
  • Interior feels well built. Solid fitment quality.
  • Feature-rich: 30-inch panoramic display, 8-speaker BOSE music system, ventilated front seats, powered driver’s seat with memory, panoramic sunroof and a lot more.
Skoda Rapid
  • Build quality. Peppy and efficient turbo-petrol engine. New 6-speed torque converter has no power lag. Ride and handling.
Kia Seltos
  • Styling isn’t as sleek, sporty and understated as the previous car. This car looks more polarising vs the universal likeability of the predecessor.
  • Plastic panels used throughout the cabin can scratch easily.
  • Some minor feature misses: Powered tailgate, boss lever to adjust co-driver’s seat, rear seat ventilation (like the Syros)
Skoda Rapid
  • Missing modern features. Transmission too eager for slow daily commutes and weak infotainment package.
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Q. Which on to buy as a first car, Yaris, Nexon and Rapid?
  • All these cars are good enough to go for. The Yaris definitely has more going for it than just the Toyota badge. In fact, the Yaris has done a good job of cutting out a niche for itself. It sets itself apart by setting new expectations for safety features in the segment and even offers many segment firsts. What’s special here is that the focus is heavily on the experience of luxury. The cabin insulation, the premium interior trim/upholstery quality, and the sublime ride comfort make this a great car for a wide range of buyers. Yes, it isn’t the most driver-centric car and there have been a few misses, in terms of features and in the sense of space. But these aren’t deal-breakers, especially since you get a rich in-cabin experience in the tradeoff and there isn't any compromise on usability. In fact, if you wanted the Corolla Altis and didn’t have the budget for it, the Yaris matches the experience on most counts and even betters it on some (ride, for example).The Tata Nexon has become an even stronger contender than before. With the revised looks, more powerful engine and added features, it surely needs to be on the top of your consideration list. If you will be tackling bad road conditions and want a spacious car with good power performance, you may go for Tata Nexon. If we talk about Skoda Rapid, it misses out on some creature comforts and space when you compare it to its rivals but it undercuts most of them in price too. And if you are worried about reliability issues, Skoda is offering a 1 lakh kilometer warranty package with road-side assistance, included in the price of the car. Our recommendation is that you must definitely check out the Rapid if you list driving pleasure in the top three things you consider before buying a new car. It will offer you great performance, and decent fuel efficiency as well. You may compare all these cars accordingly. Do take a test drive in order to get better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.
Q. Which one should I buy Rapid, Tigor or Altroz?
  • Selecting a perfect car would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, ride quality, features required, usage of the car, maintenance costs, etc. The Rapid would be a good option if you are looking for a compact sedan for everyday usability and occasional road trips. Driving dynamics as well as a lot of everyday practical features and yes, that 1-litre engine really changes that equation more than the spec sheet would suggest. Both in terms of everyday driveability as well as being exciting when the road opens up, while still staying efficient. Whereas, if you are looking for an stylish and affordable sub-4 meter sedan with a host of convenience features then the Tigor would be a better pick. As for the Altroz, while it does not manage to set a new standard in the segment, it will fit right into the mix with a long feature list, sharp looks and a comfortable ride. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Tata Altroz 2019 Petrol & Diesel: First Drive - Skoda Rapid 1.0 TSI: Road Test Review
Q. Is the maintenance cost for Skoda Rapid Onyx petrol automatic more elevated than Honda city petrol automatic?
  • The estimated maintenance cost of Skoda Rapid for 5 years is Rs. 35,128, whereas, the maintenance cost of Honda City for 5 years is Rs. 14,082. Comparatively, Honda cars are cheaper to maintain. Moreover, we would suggest you to get in touch with the authorized service centers for more information on the same.
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Kia Seltos Vs Skoda Rapid FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Seltos vs Skoda Rapid?
As per the users experiences Kia Seltos is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and maintenance in your car. But Skoda Rapid is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper Kia Seltos vs Skoda Rapid?
The Skoda Rapid is cheaper than Kia Seltos by ₹8.33 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Seltos vs Skoda Rapid?
For the GTX (O) Diesel AT version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Seltos produces 114bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque. Whereas for the 1.0 TSI Matte Edition AT version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Rapid produces 108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm of power and 175nm@1750-4000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Seltos has better performance.

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