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Basic Info Hyundai Kona Electric Premium Dual ToneKia Seltos X-Line Turbo DCT
Rating
42 reviews
71 reviews
Brand Name Hyundai Kia
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 24.03 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.44 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1482 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 134.1bhp 157.81bhp@5500rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 7-Speed DCT
Drive Type FWD 2WD
Colors
Hyundai Kona Electric Colors
Kia Seltos Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 17.9 Kmpl
Tyre Size 215/55 R17 215/55 R18
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 46,485 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 39,558 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 96,830 Kona Electric Insurance Rs. 88,012 Seltos Insurance
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Engine Type
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Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi
Motor Power
100 kW
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Engine Displacement
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1482 cc
Battery Capacity
39.2 kWh
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Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM)
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Max Power
134.1bhp
157.81bhp@5500rpm
Range
452 km/charge
...
Max Torque
395Nm
253Nm@1500-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
Battery Warranty
8 Years or 160000 km
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No Of Cylinders
...
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
7-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
FWD
2WD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
...
GDi
Turbo Charger
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Regenerative Braking
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Drive Mode Types
ECO, ECO+, Comfort & Sport
Eco-Normal-Sport
Charging Time
19 h - AC - 2.8 kW (0-100%)
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Fast Charging
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Charging Port
CCS-II
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Charging Time (A.C)
6 H 10 Min (7.2 kW AC)
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Charging Time (D.C)
57 Mins (50 kW DC)
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Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
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50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
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17.9 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
215/55 R17
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
Premium black interiors,Soft touch pad on dashboard,Inside door handles-metal paint,Metal pedals,Digital instrument cluster with supervision,IC light adjustment (rheostat),Seat back pockets,Electro chromic mirro,Rear ventilation duct (under front seats),Driver & passenger side vanity mirror with illumination,Sunglass holder,LED map lamps,Rear parcel tray
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
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Body colored(Bumpers,Outside door mirrors,Outside door handles),Rear skid plate,Intermittent variable front wiper
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,Dual Sports Exhaust,Solar Glass – UV Cut (Front Windshield, All Door Windows)
Rain Sensing Wiper
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Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4180*1800*1570 mm3
4365*1800*1645 mm3
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2610 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
10-way power driver seat with lumbar support,Front seat adjustable headrest with sliding function,Button type shift-by-wire technology
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
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
Battery Saver
...
Additional Entertainment Features
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BOSE Premium Sound system with 8 Speakers
Automatic Climate Control
Available
2 Zone
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
3
No of Speakers
4
4
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
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Tachometer
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
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Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Single Pane
Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle stability management (VSM),Virtual engine sound system,Electronic dual shell horn,Electric parking brake with auto hold
VSM (Vehicle Stability Management),ESS (Emergency Stop Signal),Front & Rear All Seat 3 Point Seat Belts,Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold,Dual Shell Horn,Safe Exit Warning
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Forward Collision Warning
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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keep Assist
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Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Google / Alexa Connectivity
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Smartwatch App
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Live Location
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Remote Immobiliser
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Engine Start Alarm
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Remote Vehicle Status Check
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Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hyundai Kona Electric
  • Cool and quiet cabin experience
  • exciting performance
  • quick fast charge times
  • good range.
Kia Seltos
  • Still a very good looking Crossover
  • new DRLs and connected taillamps look fab. 18-inch alloys now in both X-line and GTX+ variants
  • ADAS 2.0
  • panoramic sunroof and dual zone climate control. New more powerful turbo petrol. Plenty of drivetrain options including a diesel engine.
Hyundai Kona Electric
  • Driving experience isn't the most exciting
  • not the most spacious
  • pricey.
Kia Seltos
  • Prices will go up. Some could feel that the visual changes are not enough.

Is Hyundai Kona Electric Better Than Kia Seltos?

100% users have chosen Hyundai Kona Electric over Kia Seltos in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 218 users have also rated Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Seltos on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Hyundai Kona Electric is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your car. But Kia Seltos is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Seltos Kona Electric
Mileage 4.0 3.9
Performance 4.1 4.4
Comfort 4.0 4.8
Maintenance 3.7 4.1
Safety 3.9 4.1
Features 4.1 4.9
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What is the differences between normal premium and dual tone premium in Hyundai Kona?
  • Hyundai Kona Electric is available in two variants with the exact same specifications: Premium and Premium Dual-Tone. With the dual-tone variant you get dual paint option with a black colour roof for a premium of Rs 20,000.
Q. Which is better MG Motor ZS EV or Hyundai Kona Electric?
  • Hyundai Kona Electric gets a 39.2kWh battery pack along with a claimed range of 452km (Modified Indian Driving Cycle - MIDC). The motor generates 136PS of power and 395Nm of torque which takes the EV from 0-to-100kmph in 9.7 seconds while the top speed stands at 154kmph. On the other hand, MG ZS EV gets a 44.5kWh battery which offers an ARAI certified range of 340km. The electric motor makes 143PS and 353Nm of torque. Claimed acceleration from 0-100kmph is in 8.5s. Both EVs offers an extensive list of features and offers and comfortable drive, however, selecting one would depend on your preference of the brand, design and features, quality and accessibility. We would suggest you to take a test drive for a better understanding of comfort and compatibility. Follow the link for dealership detail.Read More: - MG ZS EV: First Drive Review - 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric India First Drive Review - Hyundai Kona vs MG ZS EV

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Kia Seltos FAQs

Which car is best between Hyundai Kona Electric vs Kia Seltos?
As per the users experiences Hyundai Kona Electric is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your car. But Kia Seltos is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper Hyundai Kona Electric vs Kia Seltos?
The Kia Seltos is cheaper than Hyundai Kona Electric by Rs. 3.58 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Hyundai Kona Electric vs Kia Seltos?
As per the users experiences the Hyundai Kona Electric has better performance.

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