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Kia Seltos vs Volkswagen Polo Comparison

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Seltos vs Polo Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSeltosPolo
Price11 L4.99 L
Power1497 CCN/A
ClassSUVHatchback
Mileage17 - 21 KM/LN/A
Seltos
Kia Seltos
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11 L
Polo
Volkswagen Polo
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹4.99 L
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Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
Kia Seltos
Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
11 L
Pace
Volkswagen Polo
Pace
4.99 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.7
8.1
Value For Money8.756.50
Significance8.756.50
Styling8.758.25
Comfort8.759.00
Safety8.508.75
Merit Or Usp9.008.00

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream G1.51.0L MPI Engine, 3-Cylinder In-line
Displacement (CC)1497 CC999 CC
No. of Cylinders43
Power113 bhp @ 6300 rpm75 bhp @ 6200 rpm
Torque144 Nm @4500 rpm95 Nm @ 3000-4300 rpm
Top Speed190N/A
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.710.5
No. of Gears65
Drive Train2WDFWD
Turbocharger YesN/A
Emissions StandardBS6N/A
Length4460 mm3971 mm
Width1830 mm1682 mm
Height1635 mm1469 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2469 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight1400 KG1015 KG
Boot Space433 L295 L
No. of Doors55
No. of Rows2N/A
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity50.045.0
Mileage ARAI17.00 KM/L18.78 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/LN/A
Mileage - Highway19.00 KM/LN/A
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringMcpherson Strut With Stabiliser Bar
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil SpringSemi-independent Trailing Arm
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDrum
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & Telescopic1
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsDiamond Cut Alloy Wheels RAZOR
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless
Front Tyre Size215 / 60 R17175/70 R15
Rear Tyre Size215 / 60 R17175/70 R15
Spare Wheel TypeSteelN/A
Spare Wheel Size16 InchesN/A

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic Yes
Front ACDual ZoneNA
Heater Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button YesNA
Power Windows YesNA
Remote Engine Start YesNA
Cooled Glovebox YesNA
Adjustable ORVMs YesNA
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger YesNA
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingRemoteNA
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableNA
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableNA
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteNA
Rear ArmrestAvailable with Cup Holders No
Folding Rear Seat YesNA
Split Rear Seat60:40 SplitNA
Front Seatback Pockets YesNA
Headrests YesNA
Ventilated SeatsFront and RearNA
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts YesNA
No. of Airbags6NA
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag YesNA
ABS Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Hill Descent Control YesNA
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) YesNA
Blind Spot Monitoring YesNA
Lane Assist YesNA
Forward Collision Warning YesNA
Auto Emergency Braking YesNA
Driver Drowsiness Detection YesNA
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking Sensors YesNA
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking AssistanceRear View CameraNA
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Light TypeLEDHalogen
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) YesNA
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog Lamps YesNA
Ambient Lighting YesNA
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cabin Lamps YesNA
Sunroof YesNA
Roof Rails YesNA
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM Adjustments YesNA
Rear Spoiler YesNA
Skid Plates YesNA
Instrument ClusterSemi-DigitalNA
Trip Meter YesNA
Average Speed YesNA
Clock YesNA
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
Tachometer YesNA
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
SpeakersNA No

Pros Cons of Kia Seltos

Pros

  • The turbo-petrol engine is incredibly fast
  • A solid, up-to-date safety suite
  • The dual 12.3-inch screens
  • Still offers a proper diesel engine

Cons

  • Stiff suspension on broken city roads
  • The turbo-petrol engine has lower fuel economy
  • Top-spec GTX and X-Line variants are very expensive
  • Rear headroom is slightly tight for tall passengers

Verdict

The Kia Seltos is one apt car that offers a powertrain combination for literally every type of buyer, whether you want cheap daily commutes with the NA petrol, high mileage with the diesel, or aggressive speed with the turbo-petrol. Kia also listened to the consumer base and fixed its biggest flaw by securing a five-star crash safety rating. The only real downside is the firm ride quality over bad roads. But if you can live with feeling a few bumps in the city, the Kia Seltos gets most of the other driving essentials right.

As Seshan concludes,

“The new-gen Seltos raises the bar. It’s bolder and more distinctive.”

Pros Cons of Volkswagen Polo

Pros

  • TSI technology boosts performance
  • The petrol engine is efficient
  • Driving dynamics remain unchanged and that’s a big plus

Cons

  • Design remains unchanged
  • A Diesel engine could have been advantageous as it opens up to a new set of buyers
  • There are no new features on the car

Verdict

The Polo remains at the top of the table when it comes to driving experience in the premium hatchback segment. Volkswagen have got everything right with the car but the addition of features would have been helpful.

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