Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Mahindra Marazzo 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 Mahindra Marazzo is priced at ₹1,406,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Marazzo's 1497 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 120.96 bhp @ 3500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 17.3 kmpl for the Mahindra Marazzo. 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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| Battery | — | 12V Lead-Acid Heavy Duty Battery |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 1497 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | D15 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 45 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 17.3 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 120.96 bhp @ 3500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 300 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 190 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2230 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 4585 × 1866 × 1774 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Power steering with Tilt-adjustable column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic lock module |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control system |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Semi-Digital Cluster with a 4.2-inch Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Steering-integrated button toggles |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment Display system |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Remote operating key entry standard on higher packs |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable mirror orientation |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Roof-mounted uniform surround cooling vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Premium Fabric Upholstery |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 4-Speaker audio system setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Designated slots for both Front & Rear occupants |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | Basic phone and media audio inputs supported |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Front and rear bumpers match vehicle shades |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Front & Rear with integrated Cornering Lamps capability |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Dual-chamber Twin-barrel Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Outside mirrors feature integrated turn warning units |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Integrated on the rear windshield |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Large stacked combination Halogen Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 215/65 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy / Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard anchor points located on the second row |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Reverse camera with active guidance lines |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Standard rear parking safety sonar |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze | Iceberg WhiteShimmering SilverOceanic BlackAqua Marine |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
