Kia Seltos pricing has been revealed and it comes in line with its rivals in the market. However, only few of its rivals comes with ADAS and other features. Closest rival to the Seltos in terms of features is the MG Astor. Let us see how the MG stacks up with the Kia Seltos in this comparison analysis
Specifications
| MG Astor | Kia Seltos | |
| Width | 1809mm | 1800mm |
| Length | 4323mm | 4365mm |
| Height | 1650mm | 1645mm |
| Engine Options | 1.5L N.A, 1.3L 220 Turbo | 1.5L N.A, 1.5L Diesel and 1.5L Turbo |
| Power | 108 BHP, 138 BHP | 113 BHP, 114 BHP, 158 BHP |
| Torque | 144nm , 220nm | 144nm, 250nm , 253nm |
| Transmission | MT, CVT and AT | iMT, CVT, DCT |
Kia Seltos Vs MG Astor Entry level Trim Comparison
Entry level options for both the variants cost about the same with about Rs. 8,000 between them. However we’ve picked manual transmission for both of the cars to make an apples to apples comparison.
| Features | MG Astor Style 1.5 (Rs 10.82 Lakhs) | Kia Seltos HTE 1.5 (Rs 10.90 Lakhs) |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | Yes | Yes |
| Auto AC | Yes | No |
| Rear Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering | Yes | No |
| 60:40 Split Rear Seats | Yes | No |
| Electronically Adjustable Mirrors | Yes | No |
| Turn Indicators on OVRMs | Yes | No |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | No |
| Headlights | LED projector | Halogen Projector |
| Tail Lights | LED | Halogen |
| DRLs | Yes | No |
| Touchscreen with Apple carplay Android auto | Yes | No |
| Touchscreen with Bluetooth | 10.1 Inch | No |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | No |
The MG Astor has more features like a big 10.1-inch touchscreen, Climate Control, and Full LED lights, making it the better choice. However, the Kia Seltos comes with 6 airbags as a standard safety feature. For those looking for an entry-level option with essential features, the MG Astor is a good pick because it has everything you need.
Kia Seltos Vs MG Astor Mid Spec Comparison
| Features | MG Astor Sharp 1.5 MT( 15.15 Lakhs) | Kia Seltos HTX MT(15.20 Lakhs) |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels | R17 Dual Tone Machined Alloys | R17 Alloy Wheels |
| Auto AC | Yes | Yes |
| Dual Zone Climate Control | No | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Electrically Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather | Leatherette |
| Rear Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering | Yes | Yes |
| 60:40 Split Rear Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Electronically Adjustable Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Turn Indicators on OVRMs | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
| Rear Windshield Blind | Yes | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Headlights | LED projector | LED |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED |
| Foglamps | Halogen | LED |
| Cornering Lights | Passive | No |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Semi Digital | Fully Digital |
| DRLs | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen with Apple Carplay Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen with Bluetooth | 10.1 Inch | 10.25 Inch |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 |
| Connected Features | iSmart with AI | Kia Connect with Alexa |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes |
This comparison highlights the striking similarity between the HTX variant of the Seltos and the Sharp variant of the MG, both in terms of features and price. Notably, both SUVs come equipped with desirable features such as a Panoramic Sunroof, 6 Airbags, and LED lights. However, the major distinction lies in the presence of Dual Zone Climate Control and a Fully Digital Instrument Cluster, which are exclusive to the Seltos and not available in the MG. Despite these differences, both vehicles offer a compelling package for potential buyers.
Kia Seltos Vs MG Astor Top Spec Comparison
| Features | MG Astor Savvy 1.3 Turbo( 18.69 Lakhs) | Kia Seltos HTX MT(19.99 Lakhs) |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | 6 Speed AT | 7 Speed DCT |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS Suite | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels | R17 Dual Tone Machined Alloys | R18 Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Auto AC | Yes | Yes |
| Dual Zone Climate Control | Yes | Yes |
| 360* Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Electrically Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather | Leatherette |
| Rear Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering | Yes | Yes |
| 60:40 Split Rear Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Electronically Adjustable Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Turn Indicators on OVRMs | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
| Rear Windshield Blind | Yes | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Headlights | LED projector | LED |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED |
| Sequential LED Turn Indicators | No | Yes |
| Foglamps | Halogen | LED |
| Cornering Lights | Passive | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Semi Digital | Full Digital Cluster with (10.25” inch) |
| DRLs | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen with Apple Carplay Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen with Bluetooth | 10.1 Inch | 10.25 Inch |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 6 | BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers |
| Heads Up Display | No | Yes |
| Connected Features | iSmart with AI | Kia Connect with Alexa |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes |
At first glance, both vehicles appear quite similar, as both offer an ADAS Level 2 suite with features such as Lane Keep Assist and Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, Emergency Braking to name a few. However, the top trim of the Kia Seltos stands out with its best-in-class features, including Ventilated Seats, a Fully Digital Instrument Cluster, a Premium Bose Sound System, 18-inch Rims, and a Heads-Up Display. Despite these impressive features, it comes with a premium price of Rs. 1.3 Lakhs more than the MG Astor.