Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 Diesel AT vs Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 DSG Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 Diesel AT and Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 DSG comparison based on the price, specification, fuel efficiency, features and more. Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 Diesel AT comes with a price of ₹18.71 Lakh and Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 DSG is priced at ₹17.36 Lakh. Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 Diesel AT equipped with 1493 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine whereas Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 DSG has1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC.

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Kia Seltos HTX 1.5 Diesel AT

Kia Seltos

Variant

₹ 18.71 Lakh

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Volkswagen Taigun GT 1.5 DSG

Volkswagen Taigun

₹ 17.36 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 18.71 Lakh

₹ 17.36 Lakh

EMI

₹34,546

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹32,062

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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User Rating

4.1

★

4.1

★

NCAP Rating

3

★

5

★

Colors

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Frunk Storage

—

—

Bootspace

433 litres

385 litres

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres

50 litres

Seating Capacity

5 Person

5 Person

Doors

5 Doors

5 Doors

No of Rows

2 Rows

2 Rows

Tank Capacity

—

—

CNG Tank Capacity (L/Kg)

—

—

Battery Charging

—

—

Performance on Alternate Fuel

—

—

City Mileage

—

—

Alternate Fuel

Electric Motor Assist

—

—

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

114 Bhp @ 4000 Rpm

148 Bhp @ 5000-6000 Rpm

Electric Motor

—

Range

—

—

AC Regular Charging

—

—

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD

AC Fast Charging

—

—

Driving Range

955 km

951 km

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

—

8.8 seconds

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Max Motor Performance

—

—

Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

—

8.8 seconds

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Transmission

Automatic (TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift

Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

BS6 Phase 2

Highway Mileage

—

—

Engine Type

1.5l CRDi VGT

1.5L TSI EVO With ACT

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

250 Nm @ 1500-2750 Rpm

250 Nm @ 1600-3500 Rpm

Engine

1493 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

1498 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Top Speed

—

—

Others

Idle Start/Stop

Idle Start/Stop

DC Fast Charging

—

—

Mileage (ARAI)

19.1 kmpl

19.01 kmpl

Battery

—

—

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

—

250 Nm @ 1600-3500 Rpm

Regenerative Braking

—

Idle Start/Stop

—

Acceleration

—

—

Width

1800 mm

1760 mm

Ground Clearance

—

188 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

—

188 mm

Height

1645 mm

1612 mm

Wheelbase

2610 mm

2651 mm

Length

4365 mm

4221 mm

Kerb Weight

—

1281 kg

Length*Width*Height

—

—

Front Suspension

McPherson Strut With Coil Spring

McPherson Suspension And Stabiliser Bar

Rear Suspension

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil Spring

Twist Beam Axle

Minimum Turning Radius

—

5.05 metres

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Power Assisted (Electric)

Spare Wheel

Steel

Space Saver

Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Four Wheel Steering

—

Front Brake Type

Disc

Disc

Front Tyres

215 / 60 R17

205 / 60 R16

Rear Tyres

215 / 60 R17

205 / 60 R16

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Drum

Tyre Construction

—

Radial - Tubeless

Spare Wheel & Tyre

—

—

Tyres

—

—

Steering

—

—

Additional Steering Features

—

—

Roof-mounted Antenna

Body-coloured Bumpers

Body Kit

Cladding - Black/Grey

Cladding - Black/Grey

Sunroof / Moonroof

Panoramic

Roof Rails

Antenna

Shark Fin Antenna

Shark Fin Antenna

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Rub-strips

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Remote

Engine Immobiliser

Split Third Row Seat

Seat Upholstery

Leatherette

Leatherette

Rear Armrest

Cup Holder

Cup Holder

Driver Seat Adjustment

8 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Seat Height Up / Down)

8 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down, Seat Height: Up / Down)

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Headrests

Front & Rear

Front & Rear

Ventilated Seat Type

Driver Armrest

Ventilated Seats

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Flat

Split Rear Seat

60:40

60:40

Second Row Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)

Third Row Seat Adjustment

—

—

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Bench

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down)

Front Seatback Pockets

Interiors

Dual Tone

Dual Tone

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)

Third Row Seat Type

Interior Colours

Black & Beige

—

Massage Seats

Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt

—

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

Lane Departure Warning

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Puncture Repair Kit

Airbags

6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

Seat Belt Warning

Rear Cross-traffic Assist

Child Seat Anchor Points

Rear Middle Head Rest

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Blind Spot Detection

Dashcam

Lane Departure Prevention

High-beam Assist

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

NCAP Rating

3 Star (Global NCAP)

5 Star (Global NCAP)

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

—

Bootlid Opener

Electric Tailgate Release

Electric Tailgate Release

Power Windows

Front & Rear

Front & Rear

Interior Door Handles

Silver

Painted

One Touch Down

All

Driver

Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

Front & Rear

Adjustable ORVMs

Auto Folding

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Rear Windshield Blind

Manual

One Touch Up

All

Driver

Rear Defogger

Interior Door Handles Finish

Silver

Painted

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

Body Coloured

Exterior Door Handles

Chrome

Body Coloured

Side Window Blinds

Rear - Manual

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Both Sides

—

Scuff Plates

Metallic

Rear Wiper

Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Front & Rear

Rain-sensing Wipers

Soft-close Door

Exterior Door Handles Finish

—

Body Coloured

Steering-mounted controls

Speakers

6

6

Voice Command

Gesture Control

iPod Compatibility

Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

Phone & Audio Streaming

Touchscreen Size

10.25 inch

10 inch

USB Compatibility

Display

Touch-screen Display

Touch-screen Display

GPS Navigation System

Head Unit Size

Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)

Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)

AM/FM Radio

Internal Hard Drive

Infotainment Screen Size

10.25 inch

10 inch

AUX Compatibility

Wireless Charger

Display Screen for Rear Passengers

Apple CarPlay

Wired

Wired

Android Auto

Wired

Wired

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

DVD Playback

—

Tweeters

—

—

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

Heads Up Display (HUD)

Instantaneous Consumption

Distance to Empty

Gear Indicator

Clock

Digital

Digital

Average Speed

Instrument Cluster

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Shift Indicator

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Analogue - Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

Tachometer

Digital

Analogue

Average Fuel Consumption

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

2 Trips Electronic

Door Ajar Warning

Warranty (In Kilometres)

Unlimited

100000

Warranty (In Years)

3

4

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

Battery Warranty (In Years)

Driver Armrest Storage

Third Row Cup Holders

—

Cup Holders Position

Front & Second Row

Front & Second Row

Cup Holders

Front & Rear

Front & Rear

Cooled Glovebox

Sunglass Holder

Umbrella Storage in Door

Heater

Cabin Boot Access

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - Internal Only

Manual - Internal Only

Front AC

Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Rear

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Co-Driver

Co-Driver

12V Power Outlets

1

Electronic Parking Brake

Auto Hold

Rear AC

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

Air Purifier

Air Conditioner

Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)

Yes (Automatic Climate Control)

Third Row AC Zone

—

—

Cruise Control

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders

—

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone

Automatic Climate Control

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Manual Tilt & Telescopic

Parking Assist

Reverse Camera With Guidance

Reverse Camera

Automatic Headlamps

Cornering Headlights

Active

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlights

LED

LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

Reading Lamp

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

Cabin Lamps Position

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

Rear Reading Lamp

Fog Lights

LED On Front

Halogen

Ambient Interior Lighting

Glovebox Lamp

Taillights

LED

LED

Light on Vanity Mirrors

Puddle Lamps

Ambient Interior Count

—

—

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Differential Lock

Electronic

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Ride Height Adjustment

Hill Hold Control

Hill Descent Control

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Four-Wheel-Drive

Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Kia Seltos

✓The 1.5 diesel engine with a 6-speed torque converter provides a smooth and efficient driving experience, making it ideal for long highway cruises.
✓The Seltos' interior has been upgraded with a striking dual-screen setup, premium touches, and smart connectivity features, making it tech-savvy and appealing.
✓The SUV offers generous and comfortable seating arrangements, making it accommodating for both the driver and passengers.
✓Rear AC vents, window blinds, and reclining rear backrest enhance the comfort for rear occupants.
✓The improved braking performance and safety enhancements contribute to a reliable driving experience.

Volkswagen Taigun

✓VW's styling & solid build quality is the USP.
✓5 star safety rating in G-NCAP for both adult & child protection.
✓Ventilated front seats add to the comfort.
✓1.5L TSI petrol engine is fun to drive.
✓DSG auto gearbox is best & quickest in the segment.
✓Good ride & handling balance.
✓Active cylinder tech helps in saving on fuel cost.

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