Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700

Should you buy Kia Seltos or Mahindra XUV700? 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 Seltos price starts at Rs 11.13 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (O) (Petrol) and Mahindra XUV700 price starts Rs 13.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX 5Str (Petrol). Seltos has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while XUV700 has 2198 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Seltos has a mileage of 20.7 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the XUV700 has a mileage of 17 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Seltos Vs XUV700

Key Highlights	Kia Seltos	Mahindra XUV700
On Road Price	Rs.24,16,004^*	Rs.30,49,969^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1493	2198
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Kia Seltos
Rs20.51 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XUV700
Rs25.74 Lakh^*
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Kia Seltos
X-Line Diesel AT
20.51 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XUV700
AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD
25.74 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	X-Line Diesel AT	AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.24,16,004^*	Rs.30,49,969^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.45,978/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.58,053/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.88,233	Rs.1,28,482
User Rating	4.5 Based on 416 Reviews	4.6 Based on 1046 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

X-Line Diesel AT

AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.24,16,004^*

Rs.30,49,969^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.45,978/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.58,053/month

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Insurance

Rs.88,233

Rs.1,28,482

User Rating

4.5

Based on 416 Reviews

4.6

Based on 1046 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.5l CRDi VGT	mHAWK
Displacement (cc)	1493	2198
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	114.41bhp@4000rpm	182bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	250Nm@1500-2750rpm	450Nm@1750-2800rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	CRDi	-
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	2WD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.5l CRDi VGT

mHAWK

Displacement (cc)

1493

2198

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

114.41bhp@4000rpm

182bhp@3500rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	19.1	16.57
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	50	60
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

19.1

16.57

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Multi-link, Solid Axle
Steering Type	Electric	-
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Solid Disc
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Multi-link, Solid Axle

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4365	4695
Width (mm)	1800	1890
Height (mm)	1645	1755
Wheel Base (mm)	2610	2750
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	240
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	433	240
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	-
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	No
Gear Shift Indicator	No	No
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes
Battery Saver	-	Yes
Additional Features	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	Air dam, 6-Way Power seat with Memory and Welcome retract, Intelli Control, Co-driver Ergo lever, Passive Keyless Entry, Memory function for ORVM, Zip Zap Zoom Drive Modes
Massage Seats	-	No
Memory Function Seats	-	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	3	4
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco-Normal-Sport	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	-	No
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Additional Features	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	USB in 1st and C-Type in 2nd row, Smart Clean Zone, Vanity Mirror illumination
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	10.25	10.25
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense RedAurora Black PearlXclusive Matte GraphiteImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity Gray+6 MoreSeltos Colours	Everest WhiteElectic Blue DtDazzling Silver DtMidnight BlackRed Rage DtDazzling SilverElectric BlueRed RageDeep ForestMidnight Black Dt+9 MoreXUV700 Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	-	Yes
Chrome Garnish	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	No	-
Halogen Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	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)	Electric Smart Door handles, Diamond Cut Alloy, LED Clear-view Headlamps with Auto Booster
Fog Lights	Front	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Convertible Top	-	No
Sunroof	Panoramic	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Size	215/55 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
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Exterior

Available Colours

Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense Red+6 MoreSeltos Colours

Everest WhiteElectic Blue DtDazzling Silver DtMidnight BlackRed Rage Dt+9 MoreXUV700 Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	Driver
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	No
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	Yes	-
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	-
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	Yes	-
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Traffic Sign Recognition

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	Yes	-
Engine Start Alarm	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	-
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	Yes	-
Live Weather	Yes	-
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	-
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	-
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	No
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	10.25
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	12
Additional Features	BOSE Premium Sound system with 8 Speakers	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AdrenoX Connect with 1 yr free subscription, 3D Audio with 12 Speakers
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	Amazon Alexa	-
Tweeter	4	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

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.
Mahindra XUV700
- Lot of variants and powertrain options
- Very capable engine options
- AWD with diesel engine
- Ride quality is very comfortable
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Long safety list, with 7 airbags
- ADAS has been tuned for Indian road conditions

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.
Mahindra XUV700
- Not a fun to drive SUV
- Petrol engine gives effortless power, but not exciting
- Some quality issue in the cabin
- Strange missing features like auto-dimming IRVM
- Boot space behind 3rd row

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV700?

A ) Kia Seltos price starts at ₹ 11.13 Lakh & Mahindra XUV700 price starts at ₹ 13.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Seltos is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV700?

A ) The mileage of Seltos is 19.1 kmpl & the mileage of XUV700 is 16.57 kmpl. Kia Seltos gives better mileage than Mahindra XUV700.

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