Kia Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

Kia has recently unveiled the new-generation Seltos ahead of its price announcement in January 2026, while Maruti Suzuki’s Victoris is already on sale in the Indian market. The two SUVs arrive at different stages but target the same midsize segment with new platforms, updated technologies and expanded safety suites. This comparison looks at how the upcoming Kia Seltos stacks up against the already-available Maruti Suzuki Victoris across design, features, powertrains and safety.

The new Seltos adopts updated front, side and rear profiles with a wider grille, squarish LED headlamps, vertically aligned DRLs, thicker cladding, flush-fitting door handles and full-width L-shaped LED tail-lamps. It rides on 18-inch alloy wheels.

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The Victoris features LED projector headlamps, LED fog lamps, black body cladding and two alloy wheel designs. Maruti has positioned the CNG tank under the body to increase boot capacity.

Kia has introduced a horizontal dashboard layout in the Seltos with dual 12.3-inch screens for instrumentation and infotainment. Cabin features include a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, reclining second-row seats, 64-colour ambient lighting, Bose audio, Digital Key 2 and OTA updates.

The Victoris offers a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 8-speaker Infinity Harman 5.1 system with Dolby Atmos, a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, ventilated front seats and multiple connected features through Suzuki Connect.

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The new Kia Seltos will continue with three engine choices for the Indian market: a 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 113.4bhp and 144Nm of torque, a 1.5L turbo-petrol engine delivering 157.8bhp and 253Nm of torque and a 1.5L diesel engine generating 114.4 bhpand 250Nm. These engines are paired with a range of transmission options that include a 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT, IVT, 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and a 6-speed torque-converter automatic, depending on the variant.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is offered with multiple powertrain configurations: a 1.5L Smart Hybrid petrol engine that produces 101.64bhp and 139Nm of torque, available with both manual and automatic transmissions, as well as in AllGrip (AWD) and S-CNG versions. The model also comes with a 1.5L Strong Hybrid powertrain rated at 91.18bhp and 122Nm, paired with an e-CVT and capable of operating in EV mode under certain conditions. The AllGrip Select variant adds terrain modes such as Auto, Snow, Sport and Lock, along with hill descent control, while the Strong Hybrid version offers Normal, Eco and Power drive modes.

Kia will offer eight variants of the Seltos: HTE, HTK, HTX, GTX, HTE (O), HTK (O), HTX (A) and GTX (A). An X-Line styling pack is available exclusively on GTX and GTX (A), featuring dark accents, unique interior trim and 18-inch black alloys.

Maruti Suzuki offers the Victoris across multiple configurations including Smart Hybrid, Strong Hybrid, AllGrip Select 4x4 and S-CNG. Colour options include seven monotone and three dual-tone finishes.

The Seltos is equipped with 24 standard safety features, including six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-start assist and rear occupant alert. It also features Level 2 ADAS with 21 functions such as forward collision warning, lane keep assist, smart cruise control, blind view monitor and a 360-degree camera.

The Victoris also incorporates Level 2 ADAS, offering functions such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with all-speed following, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, high beam assist, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. It includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, hill hold assist, TPMS, a 360-degree HD camera and ISOFIX mounts. The SUV carries a 5-star rating in both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP.