Tata Sierra vs rivals: Dimensions comparison
Size plays a significant role in how spacious and road-confident an SUV feels. Tata has given the Sierra a noticeably larger stance compared to its rivals.
Model | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Wheelbase (mm) |
Tata Sierra | 4340 | 1841 | 1715 | 2730 |
Hyundai Creta | 4330 | 1790 | 1635 | 2610 |
Kia Seltos | 4365 | 1800 | 1645 | 2610 |
Honda Elevate | 4312 | 1790 | 1650 | 2650 |
Maruti Suzuki Victoris | 4360 | 1795 | 1655 | 2600 |
The Sierra stands out with:
- The widest cabin (1841 mm)
- The tallest body among the rivals (1715 mm)
- The longest wheelbase (2730 mm)
These attributes typically translate into better shoulder room, enhanced road presence, and superior rear-seat comfort. The Elevate and Seltos come close but don’t quite match the Sierra’s width or wheelbase.
Tata Sierra vs rivals: Engine specifications
Tata has offered the Sierra with three powertrains to take on some of its rivals, who also offer a similar set of engine options.
Model | Engine Options | Displacement |
Tata Sierra | 1.5L NA Revotron Petrol 1.5L TGDi Hyperion 1.5L Kryojet Diesel | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinder 1498 cc, 4 Cylinder 1497 cc, 4 Cylinder |
Hyundai Creta | 1.5l MPi petrol 1.5l U2 CRDi diesel 1.5l Turbo GDi petrol | 1497 cc, 4 Cylinder 1493 cc, 4 Cylinder 1482 cc, 4 Cylinder |
Kia Seltos | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi Petrol 1.5l CRDi VGT Diesel | 1497 cc 1482 cc 1493 cc |
Honda Elevate | Water Cooled Inline 4 Cylinder i-VTEC DOHC with VTC Petrol | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinder |
Maruti Suzuki Victoris | K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol K15C Petrol + CNG M15D Petrol (Strong Hybrid) | 1462 cc 1490 cc |
- The Sierra’s 1.5 TGDi is a segment-leading performer, matching the Seltos turbo almost one-to-one.
- The diesel option gives the Sierra a unique advantage over the Elevate.
- The Elevate’s naturally aspirated engine is smooth, but clearly tuned for relaxed driving.
Tata Sierra vs rivals: Fuel types
Here’s a comparison of the Tata Sierra with its rivals in terms of available fuel options.
Model | Fuel Type Options |
Tata Sierra | Petrol (NA), Petrol TGDi, Diesel |
Hyundai Creta | Petrol, Turbo-Petrol, Diesel |
Kia Seltos | Petrol, Petrol Turbo, Diesel |
Honda Elevate | Petrol |
Maruti Suzuki Victoris | Petrol |
- If you’re looking for a diesel SUV, your choices narrow to the Sierra, Creta, or Seltos.
- For multiple petrol flavours, both Sierra and Seltos give buyers variety.
Tata Sierra vs rivals: Key safety features comparison
The Tata Sierra features an extensive Level 2+ ADAS suite, complemented by multiple comfort and technology enhancements. The following points highlight some of its notable elements, but do not encompass the complete list of features available on the vehicle.
| Features | Tata Sierra | Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | Honda Elevate | Maruti Suzuki Victoris |
| Standard Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard across all variants) | 6 Airbags System (Dual Front i-SRS, Front Seats i-Side & Side Curtain) | 6 Airbags (Front, Side, and Curtain) |
| ADAS Level / Key Function | ADAS L2+ with 22 features including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping / centring, intelligent speed assist, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic functions, autonomous emergency braking and more. | Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS – FCW/FCA (car, cycle, pedestrian, junction), BCA/BCW, LKA/LDW, DAW, SCC with Stop & Go, SEW, LFA, HBA, LVDA, RCCA/RCCW. | ADAS Level 2 (19 features) – FCW/FCA incl. junction, lane keep & follow, SCC with Stop & Go, blind-spot & rear cross-traffic warning/avoidance, safe exit warning, HBA, driver attention warning, etc. | Honda Sensing ADAS – Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, auto high-beam, and lead-car departure notification. | Advanced Level 2 ADAS – FCW, AEB, lane keep assist, lane departure prevention/warning, adaptive cruise with curve speed reduction, blind-spot monitor with lane change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, HBA, vehicle sway warning. |
| 360° Camera System | 360° HD Surround View System with 4Sight blind-spot view, plus auto-dimming IRVM and front parking sensors. | Surround View Monitor and Blind-spot View Monitor, supported by the dashcam & driver rear-view monitor. | 360° camera with blind-spot view functions (on higher trims) as part of the ADAS suite. | Multi-angle rear camera with guidelines; LaneWatch side camera; 360° Surround Vision Camera offered as a paid accessory. | 360° HD view camera with 11 views plus front parking assist sensor that auto-activates the 360° view. Blind-spot monitoring via ADAS. |
| Parking sensors & TPMS | Rear parking sensors from base; front sensors from Adventure variant upwards; tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). | Front & rear parking sensors plus TPMS Highline. | Rear parking sensors and Highline TPMS within a robust safety pack; front sensors on higher trims. | Rear parking sensors as standard; TPMS available via Honda Connect telematics. | Front parking assist with auto 360 activation plus rear parking sensors; TPMS on higher trims. |
| Hill Assist / Descent | Hill ascent and hill descent control. | Hill Start Assist Control (HAC). | Hill Start Assist Control | Hill start assist. | Hill hold assist plus hill descent control on ALLGRIP variants. |
Tata Sierra vs rivals: Key comfort features comparison
Tata is positioning the new Sierra as a tech-loaded, comfort-focused flagship in the midsize SUV segment. To show where it stands, we’ve lined it up against its closest rivals:
| Features | Tata Sierra | Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | Honda Elevate | Maruti Suzuki Victoris |
| Sunroof | PanoraMax voice-assisted panoramic sunroof (claimed segment-largest). | Voice-enabled smart panoramic sunroof. | Dual-pane panoramic sunroof. | One-touch electric sunroof. | Panoramic sunroof. |
| Displays/cockpit | Horizon View triple-screen setup – 26.03 cm infotainment touchscreen, 26.03 cm digital cockpit and 31.24 cm passenger display, plus HypAR HUD on higher trims. | 20.32 cm (8.0") touchscreen infotainment system + 26.03 cm (10.25") HD audio video navigation system | 26.03 cm HD touchscreen with navigation + 26.04 cm full digital colour cluster on higher trims. | 26.03 cm (10.25") HD touchscreen, 17.7 cm (7") TFT MID. | 26.03 cm multi-information digital cluster plus SmartPlay Pro X touchscreen infotainment. |
| Audio & connected tech | JBL Black 12-speaker system with Dolby Atmos and SonicShaft soundbar; iRA connected car with 70+ features plus Arcade Suite with 25+ apps and Alexa support. | Bose 8-speaker system; Bluelink with 70+ connected features, home-to-car with Alexa and in-built JioSaavn streaming. | Bose 8-speaker system; Kia Connect telematics with 3-year subscription and OTA, Alexa skill, and dashcam on higher variants. | 8-speaker premium surround sound; Honda Connect with telematics, smartwatch and Alexa integration. | SmartPlay Pro X with in-built app store and internet-enabled features via Suzuki Connect; 64-colour ambient lighting to match media. |
| Seat comfort & convenience | Front ventilated seats; 6-way powered driver seat with memory and welcome function; boss-mode rear seat with extendable thigh support; leatherette upholstery. | Front ventilated seats; power driver & passenger seats (8-way) with driver memory; rear seat back table, 60:40 split rear seat with recline. | Front ventilated seats; 8-way powered driver seat; rear door sunshades; reclining rear seats. | Height-adjustable front seats and 60:40 split rear seat; no ventilated or powered seats. | Ventilated front seats and an 8-way powered driver's seat; plush leatherette seats; a gesture-controlled powered tailgate for easy access. |
| Climate & air quality | Dual-zone fully automatic temperature control; BreatheIQ air purifier with AQI display. | Dual-zone automatic temperature control with touch panel. | Dual-zone fully automatic AC plus Smart Pure air purifier with virus & bacteria protection. | Fully automatic climate control with MAX COOL mode and PM2.5 cabin air-purifying filter. | Auto Purify with PM2.5 display; automatic climate control noted in features list. |
| Other standout tech/safety | All-wheel disc brakes, 360° HD SVS, rear occupant alert, rear window sunshade, powered tailgate with gesture control, HypAR HUD, SOS e-call/b-call. | Surround View Monitor & Blind-spot View Monitor with dashcam, rear wireless charger, rear sunshade, and seat-back table. | HUD (select trims), drive & traction modes, dual-camera dashcam, solar glass, rain-sensing wipers. | LaneWatch camera, multi-angle rear camera, remote engine start, and auto-dimming IRVM. | Smart-powered tailgate with gesture control, ALLGRIP Select AWD (specific variants), strong-hybrid option, underbody S-CNG, 64-colour ambient lighting. |
What sets the Sierra apart?
1. Cabin width and presence
The Sierra feels like the largest vehicle in this comparison thanks to its width and wheelbase. These two measurements often influence comfort more than length alone.
2. Turbo-Petrol output
At 160 PS, the Sierra TGDi matches the best in the segment, competing neck and neck with the Seltos T-GDi.
3. Distinctive colour philosophy
Unlike rivals, the Sierra treats colours as part of the SUV’s “experience identity,” not just as paint choices.
4. Design heritage
The upright stance and panoramic-inspired silhouette bring back the charm of the original Sierra; something no rival can replicate.
Final thoughts: Which one should you pick?
Choosing between the Tata Sierra and its established rivals depends largely on what you value.
- If you want the widest cabin, multiple engine choices, and bold styling, the Sierra clearly stands out.
- If you seek feature richness, ADAS, and refined turbo-performance, the Kia Seltos remains a top contender.
- If fuel efficiency and hybrid technology are the top priorities, the Grand Vitara is unmatched.
- If you prefer Honda reliability, clean design, and a smooth, naturally aspirated engine, the Elevate is an ideal choice.
In many ways, the new Tata Sierra resets expectations in this segment. It doesn’t just return as a nameplate – it returns as a statement. With its unique combination of size, powertrains, and design ethos, it offers buyers a refreshing alternative to the established players.
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