Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700

Mahindra XUV700 Price starts at Rs. 13.66 Lakh which is Rs. 2.67 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Seltos priced at Rs. 10.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mahindra XUV700 (Diesel Model) is 16.57 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kia Seltos (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine , while Mahindra XUV700 (Top Model) is powered by 2198 cc cc engine. The Comparison Kia Seltos X-Line A TGDi DCT vs Mahindra XUV700 AX7 Diesel AT Luxury Pack AWD BSVI can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Seltos vs XUV700

Key Highlights Seltos X-Line A TGDi DCTXUV700 AX7 Diesel AT Luxury Pack AWD BSVI
Engine Type Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi ...
Max Power 158bhp@5500rpm ...

Seltos vs XUV700 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Seltos X-Line A TGDi DCTMahindra XUV700 AX7 Diesel AT Luxury Pack AWD BSVI
Rating
54 reviews
235 reviews
Brand Name Kia Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 26.18 Lakh
Engine Displacement 1482 cc ...
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 158bhp@5500rpm ...
No Of Cylinders 4 ...
Transmission Automatic ...
Gearbox 7-Speed ...
Drive Type 2WD ...
Colors
Kia Seltos Colors
Fuel Type Petrol ...
Tyre Size 215/55 R18 ...
Boot Space 447 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes ...
Cruise Control Yes ...
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front ...
EMI
Rs. 38,670 @ 10.5% (60 months)
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Insurance Rs. 86,323 Seltos Insurance ...
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Engine Type
Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi
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Engine Displacement
1482 cc
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Max Power
158bhp@5500rpm
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Max Torque
253Nm@1500-3500rpm
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Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
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No Of Cylinders
4
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Transmission
Automatic
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Gearbox
7-Speed
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Valves Per Cylinder
4
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Drive Type
2WD
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Paddle Shift
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Fuel Supply System
GDI
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Turbo Charger
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Drive Mode Types
ECO | NORMAL | SPORTS
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Fuel Capacity
50 Liters
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Suspension Front
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Suspension Rear
6
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Brakes Front
Disc
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Brakes Rear
Disc
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Steering Type
Electric
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Tyre Size
215/55 R18
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Wheel Size
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Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
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Ventilated Seats
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Additional Interior Features
Rear Parcel Shelf
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
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Digital Cluster
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Air Conditioner
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Ambient Light Colour
64
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Seating Capacity
5
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Doors
5
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Boot Space
447 Liters
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Alloy Wheels
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Rear Spoiler
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Roof Rails
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Length*Width*Height
4460*1830*1635 mm3
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Wheelbase
2690 mm
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Addtional Comfort Features
Sunglass holder
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USB Charger
Front & Rear
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Central Control Armrest
Available
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Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
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Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
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Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
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One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
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Drive Modes
3
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No of Speakers
8
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AC
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Rear AC Ducts
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Heater
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Power Steering
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Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
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Steering Mounted Audio Control
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Cruise Control
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Adjustable Driver Seat
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Heated Seat Front
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Heated Seats Rear
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Lumbar Support
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Wireless Phone Charging
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Subwoofer
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Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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Engine Start Stop Button
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Rear ACVents
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Tachometer
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
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Adjustable Headrest
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Seat Belt Warning
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Push Ignition
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AM/FM Radio
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Touch-screen Display
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Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
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Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
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12V Power Outlets
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Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
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Sunroof
Panoramic
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Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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Blind Spot Monitor
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Hill Descent Control
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Hill Assist
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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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360 View Camera
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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No of Airbags
6
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Brake Assist (BA)
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Traction Control System (TCS)
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Engine Immobilizer
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Central Locking
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Child Safety Lock
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Rear Wash Wiper
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Keyless Entry
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Rear Defogger
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Rear Camera
3
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Forward Collision Warning
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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keep Assist
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Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Over Speeding Alert
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Seltos
  • Looks aggressive and has strong road presence.
  • Cabin space is accommodating for a family of 5.
  • 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX, rear camera, TPMS and a lot more safety as standard. Higher variants add ADAS, 360-degree camera and more!
  • Variety of engines and transmissions means there’s a Seltos for different use cases.
  • Interior feels well built. Solid fitment quality.
  • Feature-rich: 30-inch panoramic display, 8-speaker BOSE music system, ventilated front seats, powered driver’s seat with memory, panoramic sunroof and a lot more.
Mahindra XUV700
  • Sharp design elements
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • Clean dashboard layout
  • Powerful drivetrain options, AWD & diesel options
Kia Seltos
  • Styling isn’t as sleek, sporty and understated as the previous car. This car looks more polarising vs the universal likeability of the predecessor.
  • Plastic panels used throughout the cabin can scratch easily.
  • Some minor feature misses: Powered tailgate, boss lever to adjust co-driver’s seat, rear seat ventilation (like the Syros)
Mahindra XUV700
  • Long waiting period
  • Performance isn't the most exciting
  • Silly feature omissions
  • Noisy diesel, cabin quality in some areas
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a best buy jeep compass or xuv 700
  • Both the Mahindra XUV700 and the Jeep Compass are strong contenders in the premium SUV space, each catering to different priorities. The XUV700 stands out for its aggressive pricing, powerful engine options, advanced features such as ADAS, and the flexibility of both 5- and 7-seat configurations, making it an excellent choice for families and those seeking value for money. On the other hand, the Jeep Compass offers a more premium cabin experience, robust build quality, refined driving dynamics, and capable all-wheel-drive options, making it well-suited for buyers who prioritise comfort, sophistication, and off-road ability. We recommend considering your usage requirements and budget before making the final decision.
Q. Which car is better XUV 700 or Tata safari or MG Hector Plus?
  • Choosing the right vehicle depends highly on one's preferences. All Three cars are good in their own forte. If we talk about seating comfort, families will appreciate the second row in Mahindra XUV 700 as the wide cabin and flat floor make it welcoming for three. Getting to the third row is easy in XUV too, due to the one-touch tumble function, there is a generous amount of foot room under the second row. But the under-thigh support is lacking. On the other hand, in MG Hector Plus, given the amount of width, knee room and headroom on offer, adults can be accommodated here easily, but like its rival XUV 700, the lack of under-thigh support in Hector Plus would make longer journeys tiresome. Additionally, access to the third row isn’t very convenient either. However, Tata Safari is a well-balanced 7-seater SUV with a great balance of design, comfort, performance, safety and practicality. Whereas, the XUV700 comes across as a very sensible, usable and family-friendly machine that packs potent engines and incredible segment-first safety technology. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is better, XUV700 or Scorpio Classic?
  • Xuv700 known as comfort scorpio classic for pwer n rugged . both are best in their class
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  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Mahindra XUV700 has an impressive road presence, the Cabin feels premium, the space is impressive, the ride is comfortable, the feature list is long and impressive and finally both the petrol and diesel engine options along with their transmissions are very capable. On the other hand, The Scorpio Classic, being an affordable alternative to the Scorpio N, slots below the latter in Mahindra’s SUV range. Mahindra has made a handful of changes to the Scorpio Classic compared to the previous iteration of the SUV. These include a revised front fascia with Mahindra’s new ‘Twin Peaks’ logo, vertical chrome slats, and LED DRLs in the fog lamp housings. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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Kia Seltos Vs Mahindra XUV700 FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700?
As per the users experiences Kia Seltos is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your car. But Mahindra XUV700 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, safety and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700?
The Kia Seltos is cheaper than Mahindra XUV700 by ₹6.19 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700?
As per the users experiences the Kia Seltos has better performance.

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