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Hyundai Kona
Hyundai Kona
1.6 HEV GLS
₱1.528 Million
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Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos
1.5 LX
₱1.198 Million
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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of Hyundai Kona and Kia Seltos, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Hyundai Kona priced at ₱1.528 Million, while Kia Seltos is priced at ₱1.198 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Hyundai Kona houses 1580 engine whereas Kia Seltos engine displacement stands at 1499.

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Overview: Kona vs Seltos

Brand Hyundai Philippines Kia Philippines
SRP* ₱1.528 Million Hyundai Kona Price ₱1.198 Million Kia Seltos Price
Variant Kona 1.6 HEV GLS Seltos 1.5 LX
User Rating 4.19 Kona reviews 4.31 Seltos reviews
Fuel Type Hybrid Hybrid Cars in Philippines Gasoline Gasoline Cars in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Crossover Crossover Cars in Philippines SUV SUV Cars in Philippines

Key Features

Power 139 hp 113 hp
Transmission Type Dual Clutch IVT
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1580 cc 1499 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.19/5
32 reviews
4.31/5
32 reviews
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From The Experts

Things we like

Zippy powertrain: The Kona is equipped with a 2.0-litre engine mated to a 6-speed AT. The result is a powertrain that zips across the road with quick acceleration.

Great design: The car comes with an eye-catching design. The Kona is stylishly built and looks great from all angles.

Great mileage: Hyundai cars are known for their fuel efficiency. The Kona returns a mileage of around 20 kmpl which is great by all standards.

Ride comfort: With a well-balanced suspension setup and minimal body roll, the Kona offers excellent ride comfort. The understeer is negligible.

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Spacious cabin

Refined petrol engine

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Things we don't like

Plain interior: The interior of the Hyundai Kona looks rather plain compared to the striking exterior. The dashboard is far from exciting

Less legroom: Being a hatchback, the legroom on the back seat is a premium. Like most cars in its class, the Kona is suitable for four occupants, not five.

Smaller boot: The Kona accommodates lesser luggage compared to its rivals. The boot space of the Kona is just 19.2cft

Too much plastic: The Kona’s cabin has an abundance of hard plastic. While this may be acceptable for the price, it reduces the quality of the cabin.

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Steering response at higher speeds

Slightly stiff ride quality

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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4350 mm 4385 mm
Width 1825 mm 1800 mm
Height 1585 mm 1620 mm
Wheel Base 2660 mm 2630 mm
Ground Clearance 170 mm 190 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 50 L
Front Headroom -- 1017 mm
Rear Headroom -- 975 mm
Front Legroom -- 1051 mm
Rear Legroom -- 965 mm
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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Regenerative Braking Yes --
Number Of Motors 1 --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Engine 1.6L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Secondary Engine Fuel Type Electric --
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1580 cc 1499 cc
Power 139 hp 113 hp
Torque 144 Nm 144 Nm
RPM At Max Power 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes --
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Motor Driven Motor Driven Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Dual Clutch IVT
Gear Box 6-Speed Variable Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes --
Drive Type -- FWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 215/60 R17 215/60 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R17 R17
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes --
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes No
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No --
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Brake Assist -- Yes
Ebd -- Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Parking Distance Warning Parking Distance Warning
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone Dual Zone Single Zone Single Zone
Air Quality Control No --
Glove Box Cooling No No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats Yes No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes No
Cruise Control Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes No
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps No No
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger Yes No
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 6 6
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats 4-Way Front Passenger 4-Way Front Passenger Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats 8-Way Driver 8-Way Driver --
Seat Lumbar Support Yes No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No --
Leather Seats Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40 Split 60:40 Split 60:40 Split 60:40 Split
Seat Upholstery Leatherette Leatherette Fabric Fabric
Heated Seats - Front -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper No --
Rear Window Wiper Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Projector Halogen Projector
Daytime Running Lights LED LED Bulb Bulb
Taillight Type LED LED Bulb Bulb
Headlamps Washer No No
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail Yes No
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Sun Roof No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
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Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos?

Kona is priced at ₱1.528 Million and Seltos is priced at ₱1.198 Million. Hence Seltos is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos?

The Hyundai Kona has power of 139 hp with 144 Nm torque and Kia Seltos has power of 113 hp with 144 Nm torque. Thus making Kona the more powerful as compared to Seltos.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Kona vs Seltos?

The Kona comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , on the other hand the Seltos comes with a ground clearance of 190 mm , hence the Kia Seltos has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between Hyundai Kona vs Kia Seltos?

Kona safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Electric Parking Brake

Seltos safety features: Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Hyundai Kona and Kia Seltos both have same Safety Features.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Kona vs Seltos?

Kona comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps and Wireless Charger

Seltos comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Automatic Headlamps

The Hyundai Kona has higher number of comfort features than Seltos, hence Hyundai Kona is more comfortable than Kia Seltos.

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Which is bigger Kona or Seltos?

The Kona dimensions are 4350 mm length, 1825 mm width, 1585 mm height while the Seltos dimensions are 4385 mm length, 1800 mm width, 1620 mm height. Hence, the Seltos is more longer, Kona is more wider and Seltos is more higher.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in Kona

Zippy powertrain: The Kona is equipped with a 2.0-litre engine mated to a 6-speed AT. The result is a powertrain that zips across the road with quick acceleration.

Great design: The car comes with an eye-catching design. The Kona is stylishly built and looks great from all angles.

Great mileage: Hyundai cars are known for their fuel efficiency. The Kona returns a mileage of around 20 kmpl which is great by all standards.

Ride comfort: With a well-balanced suspension setup and minimal body roll, the Kona offers excellent ride comfort. The understeer is negligible.

Things we don't like in Kona

Plain interior: The interior of the Hyundai Kona looks rather plain compared to the striking exterior. The dashboard is far from exciting

Less legroom: Being a hatchback, the legroom on the back seat is a premium. Like most cars in its class, the Kona is suitable for four occupants, not five.

Smaller boot: The Kona accommodates lesser luggage compared to its rivals. The boot space of the Kona is just 19.2cft

Too much plastic: The Kona’s cabin has an abundance of hard plastic. While this may be acceptable for the price, it reduces the quality of the cabin.

Things we like in Seltos

Spacious cabin

Refined petrol engine

Things we don't like in Seltos

Steering response at higher speeds

Slightly stiff ride quality

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