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Hyundai Creta 2026 vs Kia Seltos 2026

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Hyundai Creta
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63/100 Beseyat Score

Hyundai Creta — best value, most efficient

Hyundai Creta 63
Kia Seltos 63
best value · Hyundai Creta most powerful · Kia Seltos most efficient · Hyundai Creta longest warranty · Kia Seltos

The true 5-year cost estimate

Hyundai Creta 2026 costs about 7,207 SAR less to own over 5 years.

Hyundai Creta 2026 Kia Seltos 2026
Estimated 5-year total cost 58,172 SAR (970 SAR per month) 65,379 SAR (1,090 SAR per month)
Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) 2,565 SAR 2,642 SAR
Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) 1,380 SAR – 3,450 SAR 1,564 SAR – 3,909 SAR
Projected value after 3 years (retention) 46,854 SAR (68%) 53,088 SAR (68%)

All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03

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Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta
2026
69,000 SAR
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Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos
2026
78,180 SAR
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Beseyat Score /100 63 63
Price & ownership
Price range 69,000 SAR – 118,450 SAR 78,180 SAR – 105,415 SAR
Used market price 60,500 – 75,000 SAR (2024) 64,000 – 75,000 SAR (2024)
Engine
Fuel type Petrol Petrol
Displacement 1.5 L 1.6 L
Cylinders 4 4
Power 115 hp 121 hp
Torque 144 Nm 151 Nm
Battery capacity
Electric range
Performance
0–100 km/h 11.8 s 11.5 s
Top speed 175 km/h 180 km/h
Transmission CVT CVT
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (FWD) Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Fuel economy
Fuel economy 17.0 km/L 16.5 km/L
Tank capacity 50 L 50 L
Dimensions
Length 4,330 mm 4,365 mm
Width 1,790 mm 1,800 mm
Height 1,635 mm 1,645 mm
Wheelbase 2,610 mm 2,630 mm
Boot capacity 433 L 433 L
Weight 1,230 kg 1,290 kg
Ground clearance 190 mm 183 mm
Seats 5 5
Doors 5 5
Safety
Airbags 6 6
NCAP rating
ADAS systems 3
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
3
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Blind-spot collision warning
Features
Key features
  • 10.25-inch touchscreen
  • Panoramic sunroof (top trims)
  • Rear camera
  • Automatic climate control
  • Dual 10.25-inch displays (facelift)
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
  • Sunroof (top trims)
  • Rear A/C vents
Warranty
Warranty 3 years / 100,000 km 5 years / 150,000 km

Beseyat AI analysis

The Hyundai Creta 2026 starts at SAR 69,000, undercutting the Kia Seltos 2026 by over SAR 9,000. While both share the same boot space, six airbags, and a Beseyat Score of 63/100, the Creta offers slightly better fuel efficiency at 17 km/L versus 16.5 km/L. However, the Seltos counters with a more powerful 121 hp engine and a significantly longer warranty of 5 years or 150,000 km.

Budget-conscious Saudi buyers will appreciate

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer. · Generated on: 2026-07-14

FAQs about this comparison

Which is cheaper, Hyundai Creta 2026 or Kia Seltos 2026?

Hyundai Creta 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 69,000 SAR versus 78,180 SAR for Kia Seltos 2026 — a difference of about 9,180 SAR (list prices; offers vary).

Which costs less in fuel?

At 20,000 km per year, Hyundai Creta 2026 costs roughly 2,565 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 2,642 SAR for Kia Seltos 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).

Roughly how much is the insurance premium?

Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Hyundai Creta 2026 between 1,380 SAR and 3,450 SAR, and Kia Seltos 2026 between 1,564 SAR and 3,909 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.

Which scores higher on Beseyat?

Hyundai Creta 2026 and Kia Seltos 2026 are tied at 63/100 on the Beseyat Score — compare the category rows to break the tie.

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer.

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