Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid. 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) | 799 cc / 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 28 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2422 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| 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) | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
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) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| 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 | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
