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.
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.
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.
