MG Hector Plus vs Kia Seltos

Should you buy MG Hector Plus or Kia Seltos? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. MG Hector Plus price starts at Rs 17.50 Lakh ex-showroom for Style Diesel (Diesel) and Kia Seltos price starts Rs 10.90 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). Hector Plus has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Seltos has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Hector Plus has a mileage of 15.58 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Seltos has a mileage of 20.7 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Hector Plus Vs Seltos

Key Highlights	MG Hector Plus	Kia Seltos
On Road Price	Rs.27,76,298^*	Rs.24,08,973^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1956	1493
Transmission	Manual	Automatic

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MG Hector Plus
Rs23.41 Lakh^*
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Rs20.45 Lakh^*
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MG Hector Plus
Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM Diesel
17.50 - 23.67 Lakh^*
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Kia Seltos
X-Line Diesel AT
10.90 - 20.45 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM Diesel	X-Line Diesel AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.27,76,298^*	Rs.24,08,973^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.52,836/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.45,850/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,19,490	Rs.88,012
User Rating	4.3 Based on 143 Reviews	4.5 Based on 402 Reviews
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Sharp Pro SNOWSTORM Diesel

X-Line Diesel AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.27,76,298^*

Rs.24,08,973^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.52,836/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.45,850/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.1,19,490

Rs.88,012

User Rating

4.3

Based on 143 Reviews

4.5

Based on 402 Reviews

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	2.0L Turbocharged	1.5l CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	1956	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	167.67bhp@3750rpm	114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	350Nm@1750-2500rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	2WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.0L Turbocharged

1.5l CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

1956

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

167.67bhp@3750rpm

114.41bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	15.58	19.1
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	60	50
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	195	-
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

15.58

19.1

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	195	-
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4699	4365
Width (mm)	1835	1800
Height (mm)	1760	1645
Wheel Base (mm)	2750	2610
Seating Capacity	6	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	433
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Optional	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	No	No
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	Yes
Additional Features	-	Sunglass Holder,Auto Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Button,Driver Rear View Monitor,Retractable Roof Assist Handle,8-way Power Driver’s Seat Adjustment,Front Seat Back Pockets,Kia Connect with OTA Maps & System Update,Smart 20.32 cm (8.0”) Heads-Up Display
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	No	3
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types	-	Eco-Normal-Sport
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	No	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	"Rear Metallic Scuff Plates,Front Metallic Scuff Plates,8 ColorAmbient Lighting with Voice Coands,Leatherette Door Armrest & Dashboard Insert,Inside Door Handles Finish(Chrome),FrontAnd Rear Reading Lights(LED),2nd Row Seat Recline,Vanity Mirror Illumination,Sunglasses Holder,Seat Back Pocket,Dual Tone Argil Brown & Black Interior Theme,2nd Row Seats Front & Back Slide Adjustable,3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats"	Front Map Lamp,Silver Painted Door Handles,High Mount Stop Lamp,Soft Touch Dashboard Garnish with Stitch Pattern,Sound Mood Lamps,All Black Interiors with Exclusive Sage Green Inserts,Leather Wrapped D-Cut Steering Wheel with Seltos Logo & Orange Stitching,Door Armrest and Door Center Leatherette Trim,Sporty Alloy Pedals,Premium Sliding Cup Holder Cover,Sporty All Black Roof Lining,Parcel Tray,Ambient Lighting,Blind View Monitor in Cluster
Digital Cluster	Full	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	7	10.25
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	8	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Havana GreyCandy White With Starry BlackStarry BlackBlackStromAurora SilverGlaze RedDune BrownCandy WhiteGreen+4 MoreHector Plus Colours	Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense RedAurora Black PearlXclusive Matte GraphiteImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity Gray+6 MoreSeltos Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	No
Halogen Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Foglamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	-	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Chrome Insert in Front & Rear Skid Plates,Floating LightTurn Indicators,Projector Headlamps (LED),qTail Lamps(Full+Led),LED Blade Connected Tail Lights,Chrome Finish OnWindow Beltline,ChromeFinish On Outside Door Handles,Argyle-Inspired Diamond Mesh Grille,Side Body Cladding Finish(Chrome),Intelligent Turn Indicator	Auto Light Control,Crown Jewel LED Headlamps with Star Map LED Sweeping Light Guide,Chrome Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black ORVM and Matt Graphite Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black Roof Rack,Front & Rear Mud Guard,Sequential LED Turn Indicators,Matt Graphite Radiator Grille with Knurled Glossy Black Surround,Chrome Beltline Garnish,Metal Scuff Plates with Seltos Logo,Glossy Black Front & Rear Skid Plates,Body Color Front & Rear Bumper Inserts,Solar Glass – UV Cut (Front Windshield, All Door Windows)
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Dual Pane	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Automatic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Available Colours

Havana GreyCandy White With Starry BlackStarry BlackBlackStromAurora Silver+4 MoreHector Plus Colours

Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense Red+6 MoreSeltos Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	No	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	No	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	No	-
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	No	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	No	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	No	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Traffic Sign Recognition

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	-	Yes
Engine Start Alarm	Yes	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
Digital Car Key	Yes	-
Hinglish Voice Commands	Yes	-
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	Yes	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	Yes
Smartwatch App	Yes	Yes
Valet Mode	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	No	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	Yes	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14	10.25
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	8	4
Additional Features	"Premium Sound System By Infinity,Advanced UI with Widget customization of homescreen with multiple Homepages,Customisable Widget Color with 7 color palette for homepage of Infotainment screen,Amplifier,AC & Mood Light in Car Remote Control in (i-SmartApp),MG Discover App (Restaurant, Hotels & Things to Do Search),Birthday Wish on Headunit (With Customisable Date Option),Customisable Lock Screen Wallpaper"	BOSE Premium Sound system with 8 Speakers
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	i-SmartApp,JioSaavn,MG Discover App	Amazon Alexa
Tweeter	2	4
Subwoofer	1	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

MG Hector Plus
- Easy-to-drive petrol and diesel engines.
- Generous cabin space. Puts its wheelbase to good use, offering leg space even for occupants over 6ft tall
- Segment leading features like a giant touchscreen, connected car features, and 11 Autonomous Level 2 features
- Good ride comfort over bad roads
- Impressive cabin quality
Kia Seltos
- Upmarket cabin experience with soft-touch elements and dual 10.25-inch displays.
- Some features from segments above, including panoramic sunroof, ADAS and dual-zone climate control.
- Multiple engine options including a diesel with both manual and automatic options.
- Segment-leading 1-5-litre turbo-petrol engine with 160PS
- Aggressive looks with attractive lighting elements.

MG Hector Plus
- ADAS is limited to the top-spec trim only
- The lack of a diesel automatic powertrain
- Design, while distinctive, may not be to everyone’s taste. Styling may be too busy for some
- Large touchscreen is not ergonomic to use on the move
Kia Seltos
- Crash test is still pending, but is expected to be less than the 5 stars of Kushaq and Taigun.
- Shallow boot limits the practicality of the space.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between MG Hector Plus and Kia Seltos?

A ) MG Hector Plus price starts at ₹ 17.50 Lakh & Kia Seltos price starts at ₹ 10.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Seltos is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage MG Hector Plus and Kia Seltos?

A ) The mileage of Hector Plus is 15.58 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Seltos is 19.1 kmpl in New Delhi. Kia Seltos gives better mileage than MG Hector Plus.

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