MG Astor vs Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta vs VW Taigun vs Skoda Kushaq vs Nissan Kicks | Autocar India

We've got a colourful line-up of SUVs and it's not only to do with Holi! This is the big one - the mega midsize SUV comparison. We've got together the MG Astor, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Nissan Kicks to help you find the mid-size SUV that suits your needs best. Nikhil Bhatia and Gavin D'Souza have the full story.

Camerapersons: Anand Malepu, Shreyans Chordia, Pradeep Bhondave, Mritunjay Chakraborty
Drone: Armand Muchhala
Editor: Mohit Sharma

0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - The contenders
2:17 - Engines and gearboxes
3:18 - Suspension, ground clearance and brakes
3:44 - MG Astor performance, ride and handling
6:32 - MG Astor ADAS features
7:25 - Volkswagen Taigun performance, ride and handling
10:32 - Skoda Kushaq performance, ride and handling
12:56 - Hyundai Creta performance, ride and handling
15:21 - Kia Seltos performance, ride and handling
18:35 - Nissan Kicks performance, ride and handling
21:18 - Braking performance
21:27 - Safety features
22:19 - Design and dimensions
23:39 - MG Astor interior
23:58 - Volkswagen Taigun interior
24:33 - Skoda Kushaq interior
25:10 - Hyundai Creta interior
25:45 - Kia Seltos interior
26:21 - Nissan Kicks interior
27:01 - Features
28:43 - Infotainment systems
29:27 - Rear seats
29:34 - MG Astor rear seat
30:23 - VW Taigun rear seat
31:11 - Skoda Kushaq rear seat
31:45 - Hyundai Creta rear seat
32:35 - Kia Seltos rear seat space
33:25 - Nissan Kicks rear seat
34:12 - Seating for three at the back
34:45 - Boot Capacity
35:36 - Fuel efficiency
36:10 - Price
36:30 - Warranty and maintenance packages
36:38 - Waiting periods
36:51 - Verdict
39:01 - Behind the scenes!

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Chapters below!
0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - The contenders
2:17 - Engines and gearboxes
3:18 - Suspension, ground clearance and brakes
3:44 - MG Astor performance, ride and handling
6:32 - MG Astor ADAS features
7:25 - Volkswagen Taigun performance, ride and handling
10:32 - Skoda Kushaq performance, ride and handling
12:56 - Hyundai Creta performance, ride and handling
15:21 - Kia Seltos performance, ride and handling
18:35 - Nissan Kicks performance, ride and handling
21:18 - Braking performance
21:27 - Safety features
22:19 - Design and dimensions
23:39 - MG Astor interior
23:58 - Volkswagen Taigun interior
24:33 - Skoda Kushaq interior
25:10 - Hyundai Creta interior
25:45 - Kia Seltos interior
26:21 - Nissan Kicks interior
27:01 - Features
28:43 - Infotainment systems
29:27 - Rear seats
29:34 - MG Astor rear seat
30:23 - VW Taigun rear seat
31:11 - Skoda Kushaq rear seat
31:45 - Hyundai Creta rear seat
32:35 - Kia Seltos rear seat space
33:25 - Nissan Kicks rear seat
34:12 - Seating for three at the back
34:45 - Boot Capacity
35:36 - Fuel efficiency
36:10 - Price
36:30 - Warranty and maintenance packages
36:38 - Waiting periods
36:51 - Verdict
39:01 - Behind the scenes!

[devesh]

I moved from Creta to Taigun. Taigun feels a lot more fun to drive. 90% of the time I drive alone and it's compact form and peppy ride is such a delight! Now if only petrol could become cheaper 🤪

[bornvin]

Definitely Nissan Kicks stands out with its turbo engine highest horse power and high ground clearance. It is one of the underdogs against it peers. i am using Nissan kicks for the last 3 years and i can confirm that it has a very good build quality and very rugged SUV ..In the last 3 years, I had 0 issues, low maintenance cost and comfortable with very good safety features.... What more can anyone ask for..

[varunsurya]

I will go for Kushaq. Seems most appropriate mid size SUV.👍

[jebybenzy]

Kicks is one hidden gem. Onlly legends who have driven it will know it.... 🔥

[gokulpillai]

I did the comparison 5 months ago 😀 and went with kicks manual, I guess everyone will have their preferences, I do lot of highway drives and it's perfect for that, the extra ground clearance for kicks is great, the manual feels lot faster as well, it does lack the interior which the other cars have but I prefer the way it drives over the extra features

[nevin]

The most underrated car
Nissan Kicks is the best 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[sudirsankr]

Nissan should play bit smart here . Launch new KICKS with full options CVT at around Rs15.50L and this will sell like a hot cake. Many people who comes to buy MAGNITE sees the KICKS at the showroom and NISSAN should lure them by launching 2022 model and price it just below the Creta .

[rashmiranjanbaral]

Shows why Creta is still selling in huge nos after all dese years. Each car have their one usps. Can’t go wrong with either of these. Choose what ur heart says.✌️

[devanshkanoria]

Brought taigun GT plus two months back covered about 3500+ KMs, reaaaallly happy with the car, offers much better handling than Koreans due to stiff suspension

[arnovsarkar]

Nissan Kicks 1.3 L Turbo CVT looks the most VFM car for me with over 1 L discount.

[RamachandranSrinivasan]

I own exact same Kicks CVT Gray colour. I had initially booked Seltos HTX+ IVT without even knowing about Kicks and I was waiting for Two months for the delivery. In the meantime, I wanted to Test Drive SCross which I liked from its appearance. But stumbled upon nearby Autorelli Nissan Showroom for Magnite Test Drive; they told waiting period was 4-6 months. I was disappointed and while turning back saw a big monster inside. The lady told me it is Kicks and they had CVT for Test Drive (I was looking only for automatic). I just took it for few KMs and the driving dynamics, handling, suspension, overall engine response to my tunes, I didn't know that it was the biggest and the most powerful Mercedes Engine (GLA class ₹45 lakhs range). It's I-SVPT suspension, dominating 17 inch diamond cut alloy wheels, good road presence made me to rethink. After another Test Drive with my wife, I cancelled Seltos went with Kicks. It is giving mileage 12-13 kmpl while driving within City at 2000 RPM and 19 KMPL on highways.

[guruprasadkm]

The most underrated and most value for money of this lot is surely Nissan Kicks. Excellent driving dynamice, stability, engaging performance, superb steering, top notch NVH and last but not the least, a true tried and tested engine (same on entry level Mercedez too).

[aleembagwan]

I test drove all these but must say Kicks is a pleasure to drive. Cancelled Seltos and booked Kicks. Afterall how much features we need and use and for how long.
So far satisfied with the beast.

[Frankster]

Test drove all the cars except the Astor, and went with the Kicks Turbo Petrol XV premium. It delivers immense power off the line, like in the video. True the automatic lacks punch at the top end, but shifting it to manual makes it an amazing car to drive. I have been finding excuses to drive the car everyday.. Its a joy! Yes, the interiors are drab..but i dont mind it.. Its functional and works for me, especially at such a low price point compared to the others. I kept up with an Audi A8 on the highway at over 120kmph without breaking a sweat.

[deepanshu]

go for nissan kicks if you want good ride quality and very reliable. 3years so far no issues in car

[ldnoida]

Nissan Kicks is the under dog. Longest, widest, highest ground clearance, best ride and handling. But Indians want Air Purifiers and Sunroofs!

[ayushzaveri]

If I'm spending 18-20 lacs on a new car, I'll definitely go for the Taigun. It handles well, has great fuel economy and a better pickup than others and nothing really beats German engineering

[dipeshbasu]

I get all the necessary features in my manual kicks top variant 1.3 turbo xv pre option. A 360 camera, cruise control cornering fog lamps, rain sensing vipers, rear defogger idle stop, full leatherite good ac etc that too at 14.2 lac ex showroom . Show me a single manufacturer who is providing a top variant turbo at this price point … plus a ground clearance of 210mm and a solid build quality and japanese nissan gtr dna mirror coating tech together with a gem of an engine even used in merc benz a200. I am not sure why people are missing on this japanese gem for some gimmicky low build quality, no use features…

For sunshades i can buy a sun shades for rs 50. Have enough space in the car to keep different items… its a no nonsense go anywhere car … you will stand out for its sheer size which is biggest in the segment…

A sunroof reduces safety if a car topples . We dont live in europe to enjoy a sunroof in this hot weather. Kicks has a usable roof rails capable of carrying 100kilo load…. Truely made for India… sadly Nissan is not good at marketing and gimmicky features… and how come creta is a new car . Its an old car facelifted.

[krishnasahu]

IMO Astor is by far the best in the segment and offer value for money car whether its their base or top feature are very good as per the price they're coming. for a customer it comer handy when you get best feature at the price you're paying.