Hyundai Creta 2026 vs Kia Seltos 2026
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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
| 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
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 years / 150,000 km |
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.
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