Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz V-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class's 1950 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 14.2 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. 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) | 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 14.2 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| 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 @ 1600-2400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 1410 Litres (all seats removed) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 173 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 5370 mm / 1928 mm / 1899 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 3430 mm (Extralong) |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control (4 separate AC zones) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | Yes - Captain Seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Executive Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Burmester 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 235/55 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes - ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Obsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverAlpine GreyVintage blueArctic WhiteSteel BlueHyacinth RedSodalite BlueGraphite GreyRock Crystal White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
