Kia Seltos vs MG Hector - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Seltos vs MG Hector Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Seltos and MG Hector Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Kia Seltos

10.99 Lakh

MG Hector

11.99 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Kia Seltos

  • Very handsome design, rivaling Sierra on some aspects
  • Two Petrol and 1 diesel engine on offer
  • The Turbo GDi is quite powerful with 160 hp
  • Kia's Fit and Finish are better than most of its rivals, same expected with the new 2026 Seltos

MG Hector

  • The new starting price is almost 2 lakhs off
  • Swipe based gestures are way more safer than touch screens, if they work
  • 170 HP Diesel is in class of its own
  • Way more comfortable than its established rivals
  • Level 2 ADAS, 6 Airbags, Sunroof, All bells and whistles are there
Engine and Performance

The Kia Seltos HTE is powered by a smartstream g1.5 engine producing a maximum power of 113bhp@6300rpm and maximum torque of 144Nm@4500rpm. The MG Hector Style 5Str is powered by a 1.5 l turbocharged intercooled engine producing a maximum power of 141.04bhp@5000rpm and maximum torque of 250Nm@1600-3600rpm.

Max Power
113bhp@6300rpm
141.04bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
144Nm@4500rpm
250Nm@1600-3600rpm
Displacement
1497 cc
1451 cc
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
Engine Type
SmartStream G1.5
1.5 L Turbocharged Intercooled
Fuel Specifications

The MG Hector Style 5Str runs on Petrol and delivers a mileage of 13.79 kmpl.

Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol Mileage (ARAI)
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13.79 kmpl
Dimensions and Design

The Kia Seltos HTE has a height of 1635 mm, length measures 4460 mm, width is 1830 mm. The MG Hector Style 5Str has a height of 1760 mm, length measures 4699 mm, width is 1835 mm.

Body Type
SUV
SUV
Height
1635 mm
1760 mm
Length
4460 mm
4699 mm
Wheelbase
2690 mm
2750 mm
Width
1830 mm
1835 mm
Interior Specifications

The Kia Seltos HTE offers a boot space of 447 Litres. The MG Hector Style 5Str offers a boot space of 587 Litres.

Boot Space
447 Litres
587 Litres
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

The Kia Seltos HTE offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. Kia Seltos HTE runs on tyres sized 205/65 R16. The MG Hector Style 5Str offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. MG Hector Style 5Str runs on tyres sized 215/60 R17.

Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
205/65 R16
215/60 R17
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Covers
Wheel Size
16
17 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Kia Seltos HTE uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Disc at the rear. The MG Hector Style 5Str uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Disc at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Safety Features

The Kia Seltos HTE comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Central Locking, and and many more. The MG Hector Style 5Str comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, and and many more.

360 View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Anti Theft Device
-
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
-
Interior Features

The Kia Seltos HTE includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The MG Hector Style 5Str includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay & 7 Year Extended warranty
-
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Kia Seltos HTE offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, and and many more. For comfort, the MG Hector Style 5Str offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headlamps
-
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height only
-
Air Conditioner
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Kia Seltos HTE offers Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, Touchscreen, and and many more. In terms of infotainment, the MG Hector Style 5Str offers Radio, Bluetooth Connectivity, and Usb Ports.

Android Auto
Antenna
Shark Fin
Micro Type
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Digital Cluster Size
4.2 Inch
3.5 Inch
Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos

HTE

10.99 Lakh

MG Hector
MG Hector

Style 5Str

11.99 Lakh