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Tata Sierra launched: How does the base model compare to Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta

Tata Sierra vs Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta: Tata Motors has launched the Tata Sierra in India, taking on the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta in the mid-size SUV segment. Compare prices, specs, and features of the base models to see which SUV might suit you.

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Nov 26, 2025 03:04 PM IST

Tata Sierra vs Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta: Base Model Comparison

Tata Sierra vs Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta: Check out how the base models compare against each other.

Tata Sierra vs Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta: Tata Motors has launched its Sierra in India and is raring to put up a strong competition to Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta in the mid-size SUV segment. The Tata Sierra has a starting price tag of Rs 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom), which is more than the base variant prices of Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta. But take a look at the prices and specs of the base models of all three SUVs and decide if the newly launched Tata Sierra is for you.

	Tata Sierra Smart+	Kia Seltos HTE(O)	Hyundai Creta E
Price (ex-showroom)	Rs 11.49 lakh	Rs 10.79 lakh	Rs 10.72 lakh
Colour Options	3	7	7
Length	4340 mm	4365 mm	4330 mm
Width	1841 mm	1800 mm	1790 mm
Height	1715 mm	1620 mm	1635 mm
Ground clearance	205	190 mm	190
Boot space	622 litres	433 litres	433 litres
Air bags	6	6	4
Engine	1.5L Revotron	Smartstream G1.5	1.5 l MPi,
Engine capacity	1498	1497	1497
Max power	6000 rpm	6300 rpm	6300 rpm
Transmission	6 speed	6 speed	6 speed

The Tata Sierra Smart plus features

The Smart+ variant of the Tata Sierra 2025, which is the base trim, packs a practical mix of equipment for its entry-level position. On the exterior, it is fitted with bi-LED projector headlights, light saber-style LED DRLs and tail lamps, LED turn indicators, and follow-me-home headlamps. It also features electrically adjustable ORVMs with integrated indicators, flush door handles with welcome illumination, and an electric release for the tailgate.

Inside, the Smart+ keeps the focus on utility. It comes with a 4-inch digital driver display, rear AC vents, a front sliding armrest with storage, an 8-way extendable sunvisor and a prismatic IRVM. Power windows are provided for all doors, along with a tilt- and telescopic-adjustable steering wheel featuring an illuminated logo. The cabin also includes front lamps, a second-row reading light and two front USB ports (Type-A and Type-C 45W) for charging.

It also gets rear parking sensors, central locking and a perimetric alarm.

Hyundai Creta E features

The Hyundai Creta E Petrol serves as the entry-level variant in the new Creta lineup in India. It comes with a manual transmission only.

Despite its position as the starting variant, the Creta E Petrol carries the same safety package found across the range. It comes with four disc brakes, six airbags, ESP, a highline TPMS, ABS with EBD, a rear defogger and reverse parking sensors, ensuring a uniform safety experience throughout the lineup.

The SUV’s wide front bumper, cascade front grille, bi-functional projector headlamps, black plastic cladding and tidy dual-tone interior, combined with segment-leading fit and finish, add to its overall styling.

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Kia Seltos HTE (O) features

The Kia Seltos base model comes with a full digital cluster with a 4.2-inch color TFT MID and an 8 inch infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, along with steering-mounted audio controls and all-door speakers, front tweeters are standard in Seltos.

Rear-parking sensors, speed-sensing auto door locks, and impact-sensing auto door unlock are also part of the Seltos’ line-up of safety features.

It, however, comes with halogen projector headlamps, with star map LED DRLs and star map LED connected tail lamps.

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