Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel's 2996 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 300 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 13-15 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel. 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 Mild Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 2996 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (Ingenium, Mild Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 60-65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel Mild Hybrid |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 13-15 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 300 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 700 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 650 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 2,050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Power Adjustable with Memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Premium Windsor Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Meridian Signature Sound System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Multiple USB Ports |
| 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 Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Front and Rear Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Performance Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | Multiple |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Yes |
| 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 | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
