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Kia Carens vs Kia Seltos

Should you buy Kia Carens or Kia Seltos? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Kia Carens price starts at Rs 10.52 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Kia Seltos price starts Rs 10.90 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Seltos has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carens has a mileage of 21 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Seltos has a mileage of 20.7 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Carens Vs Seltos

Key HighlightsKia CarensKia Seltos
On Road PriceRs.23,41,760*Rs.23,04,161*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)14931493
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Kia Carens vs Kia Seltos comparison

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        Kia Carens
        Kia Carens
        Rs19.94 Lakh*
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            Kia Seltos
            Kia Seltos
            Rs20.37 Lakh*
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          • X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR
            rs10.52 - 19.94 Lakh*
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            rs10.90 - 20.45 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.23,41,760*
          Rs.23,04,161*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.44,577/month
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          Rs.43,866/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.71,853
          Rs.36,372
          User Rating
          4.4
          Based on 418 Reviews
          4.5
          Based on 397 Reviews
          Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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          Rs.3,854.2
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          Brochure
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
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          CRDi VGT
          1.5l CRDi VGT
          Displacement (cc)
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          1493
          1493
          No. of Cylinders
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          114.41bhp@4000rpm
          114.41bhp@4000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          250Nm@1500-2750rpm
          250Nm@1500-2750rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          4
          4
          Fuel Supply System
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          CRDi
          CRDi
          Turbo Charger
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          YesYes
          Transmission Type
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          Automatic
          Automatic
          Gearbox
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          6-Speed
          6-Speed
          Drive Type
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          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Diesel
          Diesel
          Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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          16
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          Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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          19.1
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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          45
          50
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          BS VI 2.0
          BS VI 2.0
          Top Speed (kmph)
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          174
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          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          MacPherson Strut suspension
          MacPherson Strut suspension
          Rear Suspension
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          Rear twist beam
          Rear twist beam
          Steering Type
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          Electric
          Electric
          Steering Column
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          Tilt & Telescopic
          Tilt & Telescopic
          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Top Speed (Kmph)
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          174
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          Tyre Size
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          205/65 R16
          215/55 R18
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          NoNo
          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          16
          18
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          16
          18
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          4540
          4365
          Width (mm)
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          1800
          1800
          Height (mm)
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          1708
          1645
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          2780
          2610
          Seating Capacity
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          6
          5
          Boot Space (Litres)
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          210
          433
          No. of Doors
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          5
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          Yes
          2 Zone
          Air Quality Control
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          YesYes
          Remote Fuel Lid Opener
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          No
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          Accessory Power Outlet
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          YesYes
          Trunk Light
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          YesYes
          Vanity Mirror
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          YesYes
          Rear Reading Lamp
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Headrest
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          YesYes
          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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          YesYes
          Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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          YesYes
          Rear AC Vents
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          YesYes
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Cruise Control
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          YesYes
          Parking Sensors
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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          Yes
          Foldable Rear Seat
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          2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
          60:40 Split
          Engine Start Stop Button
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          YesYes
          Bottle Holder
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          Front & Rear Door
          Front & Rear Door
          Voice Commands
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          YesYes
          Paddle Shifters
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          YesYes
          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Central Console Armrest
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          With Storage
          With Storage
          Tailgate Ajar Warning
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          -
          Yes
          Hands-Free Tailgate
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          No
          Gear Shift Indicator
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          No
          Luggage Hook And Net
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          YesYes
          Additional Features
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          Power Windows (All Doors) with Switch Illumination, Umbrella Holder, 2nd Row Seat One Touch Easy Electric Tumble, Roof Flushed 2nd & 3rd Row Diffused AC Vents & 4 Stage Speed Control, Body Colored ORVMs, Easy Push Retractable Tray & Cup Holder, 2nd & 3rd Row Cup Holders with Cooling Function, Solar Glass - UV Cut, All windows auto up/down safety with Voice recognition, Auto Anti-glare (ECM) Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Controls, Walk-in Lever, Dashcam With Dual Camera, Driving Rear View Monitor with button
          Sunglass Holder,Auto Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Button,Driver Rear View Monitor,Retractable Roof Assist Handle,8-way Power Driver’s Seat Adjustment,Front Seat Back Pockets,Kia Connect with OTA Maps & System Update,Smart 20.32 cm (8.0”) Heads-Up Display
          Massage Seats
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          No
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          Memory Function Seats
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          No
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          One Touch Operating Power Window
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          All
          Driver's Window
          Autonomous Parking
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          No
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          Drive Modes
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          3
          3
          Idle Start Stop System
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Sunblind
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          YesYes
          Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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          No
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          Voice assisted sunroof
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          Yes
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          Drive Mode Types
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          NORMAL|ECO|SPORT
          Eco-Normal-Sport
          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Cup Holders
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Air Conditioner
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          YesYes
          Heater
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Steering
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          YesYes
          KeyLess Entry
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          YesYes
          Ventilated Seats
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          YesYes
          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          YesYes
          Electric Adjustable Seats
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          No
          Front
          Automatic Headlamps
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          Yes
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          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          YesYes
          Glove Box
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          YesYes
          Folding Table In The Rear
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          Yes
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          Dual Tone Dashboard
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          Yes
          -
          Additional Features
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          D-Cut Steering Wheel with Carens Logo, New Distinct Black High Gloss Dashboard with Spatial Print, Xclusive Two Tone Black and splendid Sage Green Interiors, Premium Head Lining, Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint, Luggage Board, Leatherette Wrapped Door Trims, Rear Doors Spot Lamp with Kia Logo Projection
          Front Map Lamp,Silver Painted Door Handles,High Mount Stop Lamp,Soft Touch Dashboard Garnish with Stitch Pattern,Sound Mood Lamps,All Black Interiors with Exclusive Sage Green Inserts,Leather Wrapped D-Cut Steering Wheel with Seltos Logo & Orange Stitching,Door Armrest and Door Center Leatherette Trim,Sporty Alloy Pedals,Premium Sliding Cup Holder Cover,Sporty All Black Roof Lining,Parcel Tray,Ambient Lighting,Blind View Monitor in Cluster
          Digital Cluster
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          YesYes
          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          10.25
          10.25
          Upholstery
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          Leatherette
          Leatherette
          Ambient Light Colour
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          64
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          Exterior
          Available Colors
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          Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens ColorsGlacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense RedAurora Black PearlXclusive Matte GraphiteImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity Gray+6 MoreSeltos Colors
          Body Type
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          Adjustable Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Rain Sensing Wiper
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Wiper
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Washer
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          YesYes
          Rear Window Defogger
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          YesYes
          Wheel Covers
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          NoNo
          Alloy Wheels
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          YesYes
          Rear Spoiler
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          YesYes
          Sun Roof
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          YesYes
          Side Stepper
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          No
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          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          YesYes
          Integrated Antenna
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          YesYes
          Chrome Grille
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          Yes
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          Chrome Garnish
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          Yes
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          Projector Headlamps
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          No
          Halogen Headlamps
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          NoNo
          Roof Rails
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          YesYes
          LED DRLs
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          YesYes
          LED Headlamps
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          YesYes
          LED Taillights
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          YesYes
          LED Fog Lamps
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          YesYes
          Additional Features
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          Body Colored Front & Rear Bumper, Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black), Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Black high glossy Surround Accents, Rear Bumper Garnish - Black high glossy with Diamond Knurling Pattern, Rear Skid Plate - ABP Color, Beltline - Chrome, Black high glossy Side Door Garnish, Body Colored Outisde Door Handles, Roof Rail Black Glossy, Crown Jewel LED Headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs with integrated turn signal, Ice Cube LED Fog Lamps, Dual Tone Crystal Cut Alloys with Black gloss centre cap
          Auto Light Control,Crown Jewel LED Headlamps with Star Map LED Sweeping Light Guide,Chrome Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black ORVM and Matt Graphite Outside Door Handle,Glossy Black Roof Rack,Front & Rear Mud Guard,Sequential LED Turn Indicators,Matt Graphite Radiator Grille with Knurled Glossy Black Surround,Chrome Beltline Garnish,Metal Scuff Plates with Seltos Logo,Glossy Black Front & Rear Skid Plates,Body Color Front & Rear Bumper Inserts,Solar Glass – UV Cut (Front Windshield, All Door Windows)
          Fog Lights
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          Front
          Front
          Antenna
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          Shark Fin
          Shark Fin
          Sunroof
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          Single Pane
          Panoramic
          Boot Opening
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          Electronic
          Electronic
          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          NoNo
          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          Powered & Folding
          Powered & Folding
          Tyre Size
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          205/65 R16
          215/55 R18
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          NoNo
          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          YesYes
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          YesYes
          Anti Theft Alarm
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          Yes
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          No. of Airbags
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          6
          6
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          NoNo
          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          YesYes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Traction Control
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          Yes
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          YesYes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          YesYes
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          With Guidedlines
          Anti Pinch Power Windows
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          All Windows
          Driver's Window
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          YesYes
          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          YesYes
          Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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          -
          Yes
          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          Driver and Passenger
          Driver and Passenger
          Blind Spot Monitor
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          -
          Yes
          Hill Descent Control
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          Yes
          -
          Hill Assist
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          YesYes
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          YesYes
          360 View Camera
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          Yes
          Curtain Airbag
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          YesYes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          ADAS
          Forward Collision Warning
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          NoYes
          Automatic Emergency Braking
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          No
          -
          Oncoming Lane Mitigation
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          No
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          Speed Assist System
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          No
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          Traffic Sign Recognition
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          No
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          Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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          NoYes
          Lane Departure Warning
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          NoYes
          Lane Keep Assist
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          NoYes
          Lane Departure Prevention Assist
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          No
          -
          Road Departure Mitigation System
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          No
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          Driver Attention Warning
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          NoYes
          Adaptive Cruise Control
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          NoYes
          Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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          NoYes
          Adaptive High Beam Assist
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          NoYes
          Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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          NoYes
          Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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          NoYes
          Advance Internet
          Live Location
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          YesYes
          Remote Immobiliser
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          YesYes
          Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
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          Yes
          -
          Engine Start Alarm
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          -
          Yes
          Remote Vehicle Status Check
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          YesYes
          Navigation With Live Traffic
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          YesYes
          Send POI to Vehicle From App
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          YesYes
          Live Weather
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          YesYes
          E-Call & I-Call
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          YesYes
          Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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          YesYes
          Google / Alexa Connectivity
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          YesYes
          Save Route/Place
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          Yes
          -
          SOS Button
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          Yes
          -
          RSA
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          Yes
          -
          Over Speeding Alert
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          YesYes
          Smartwatch App
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          -
          Yes
          Remote AC On/Off
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          YesYes
          Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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          Yes
          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          YesYes
          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          Yes
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          Wireless Phone Charging
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          YesYes
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen Size
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          10.25
          10.25
          Connectivity
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          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto
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          YesYes
          Apple Car Play
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          YesYes
          No. of Speakers
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          8
          4
          Rear Entertainment System
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          Yes
          -
          Additional Features
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          HD Touchscreen Navigation with Next Generation Kia Connect, Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus and Bacteria Protection, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports, BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers, Wireless Charger with Cooling Function
          BOSE Premium Sound system with 8 Speakers
          Usb Ports
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          YesYes
          Inbuilt Apps
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          -
          Amazon Alexa
          Tweeter
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          -
          4
          Rear Touchscreen
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          Yes
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          Rear Touch Screen Size
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          10.1 inch
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          Speakers
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear

          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons
          • Kia Carens

            • Looks unique, in a good way.
            • Good presence with generous exterior dimensions
            • Lots of practical elements integrated into the cabin
            • Available in 6- and 7-seater configurations
            • Turbo-petrol and diesel engine options
            • Automatic transmission option with both engines

            Kia Seltos

            • Upmarket cabin experience with soft-touch elements and dual 10.25-inch displays.
            • Some features from segments above, including panoramic sunroof, ADAS and dual-zone climate control.
            • Multiple engine options including a diesel with both manual and automatic options.
            • Segment-leading 1-5-litre turbo-petrol engine with 160PS
            • Aggressive looks with attractive lighting elements.
          • Kia Carens

            • Missing some premium features
            • Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
            • 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile

            Kia Seltos

            • Crash test is still pending, but is expected to be less than the 5 stars of Kushaq and Taigun.
            • Shallow boot limits the practicality of the space.

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          Questions & answers

          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Carens and Kia Seltos?
          A ) Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh & Kia Seltos price starts at ₹ 10.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carens is cheaper between these two cars.
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