Nissan Tekton or Kia Seltos? Which car will be a profitable transaction to buy? Learn the difference between the two

• There is a big difference between Nissan Tecton and Kia Seltos in engine, features and price.
• The Nissan Tecton can offer a powerful turbo-petrol option at a lower price.
• Kia Seltos is still a strong choice for diesel engine and premium features.

Indian SUV The demand for compact SUVs in the market has increased significantly. Keeping this growing demand in mind, Nissan is making a comeback in the market with its new Tekton SUV. The car will compete directly with the Kia Seltos. It is already one of the popular cars in this category. If you are thinking of buying a new car now and are confused between Tecton SUV or Kia Seltos, read this news. It is very important to understand the difference between the two before buying a car.

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Size of cars

Kia Seltos is bigger than Nissan Tecton in terms of length, width and wheelbase. Seltos look bigger and more premium on the road. On the other hand, Tecton offers higher ground clearance. Which makes it very easy to drive even on bad roads. Apart from this, the Tecton is expected to get a bigger boot space. This allows for more luggage space during long trips. (Photo Courtesy: Pinterest)

Engine and Performance

The Nissan Tecton will get two turbo petrol engines. The first will be a 1.0 liter turbo petrol engine, which will offer around 100 bhp of power. Along with this, it will get a 6-speed manual gearbox. The second will be a 1.3 liter turbo petrol engine, which will offer 160 bhp of power. This engine will be mated to a 6-speed manual and 7-speed wet clutch DCT automatic gearbox options.

The Kia Seltos is powered by a 1.5 liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, which offers 115 bhp of power. Apart from this, a 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine is also offered. Which gives a power of 150 bhp. It will get manual, CVT and DCT gearbox options. Unique to the Kia Seltos, it also has a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 115 bhp, with a choice of manual and torque converter automatic gearboxes. For customers who want a diesel engine, Kia Seltos can be a good option for now.

Features of cars

Both the cars are very modern and premium. Both will also get panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, ADAS safety features, ventilated seats and many advanced technology features. Kia Seltos offers extra features like head-up display (HUD) and more electric seat adjustment. On the other hand, Nissan Tecton has features like powered tailgate and powered front passenger seat.

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How much is the price?

Nissan Tecton will be a better option. Its starting price is around Rs 10.40 lakh. Its top model is priced around Rs 18.50 lakh. Whereas the price of Kia Seltos ranges from around Rs 11 lakh to Rs 22 lakh. If you want powerful features and a powerful engine at a low price, you can opt for the Tecton. So for those who want more features, diesel engine and brand value, Kia Seltos is an excellent SUV.