Comparing the Kia Seltos and the BMW X7 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Seltos is available at ₹1,372,000, while the BMW X7 is priced at ₹14,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW X7's 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8), producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW X7. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 105 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 / 8 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 326 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 3100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 241 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 2445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 3105 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes - USB-C throughout |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (Crown Shape) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Yes - Surround View + 3D View |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
