The Kia Seltos is a compact SUV, but how does it ride compared to other compact SUVs on Indian roads?
And for a number of Indian buyers, the ride quality of a vehicle is a very important aspect as the roads in the country resemble a roller coaster with varying type and condition of roads. The question under inquiry is how well the Kia Seltos can do in real world driving, from smooth highways to potholed city road to rough country road. A lengthy read on the finer detail – suspension setup, cabin insulation, overall comfort, for driver and passengers alike. The discussion also comparisons riding quality of Seltos to its compact SUV segment rivals in terms of ground clearance, body roll and how much a balance riding quality to handling is maintained. Especially useful for potential buyers with comfort and practicality above all else in their daily driving experiences.
The Seltos does well in Indian roads, I must say. It has a firmer than average suspension that will offer good stability on the highway, but can feel a bit harsh over bad patches in the city.
The Seltos feels stiffer than my friend’s Creta. Sporty driving is great, but there are better choices out there for pure comfort.
I’ve taken my Seltos on some pretty rough roads and it’s held up well. It has a good enough ground clearance and doesn’t bottom out easily. You do definitely feel the bumps more than in some other SUVs, but yeah.
It’s a mixed bag as far as ride quality goes. The driver and front passenger find it comfortable, but the people in the back say it is too firm on long journeys.
In fact, I actually like the Seltos' ride more than softer SUVs. It’s planted a bit more and I feel better trusting it at higher speeds or cornering.
I think the Seltos is great for city driving. Small bumps are not a problem and the tight turn radius is a bonus in traffic. On really bad roads, it can be uncomfortable.
Both have been driven by me and I would say the Seltos handles better than the Creta but the Creta has a little more comfortable ride. Depending on your priority, comfort or handling.
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Discussions and Questions The Kia Seltos Is A Compact Suv But How Does It Ride Compared To Other Compact Suvs On Indian Roads
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