Comparing the Kia Seltos and the Tata Safari Storme 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 Tata Safari Storme is priced at ₹1,080,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Safari Storme's 2179 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 13–14 kmpl for the Tata Safari Storme. 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 |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 2179 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / 4WD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 2.2 L VariCOR Turbocharged Diesel (VTT) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 55–63 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-speed Manual (initial), 6-speed Manual (Varicor 400) |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 13–14 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) |
| 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) | 320 Nm (standard), 400 Nm (Varicor 400) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 981 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2555 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 2000–2050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 4655–4668 mm × 1894–1965 mm × 1786–1922 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2650–2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Analog / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Basic audio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front only |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | No |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector-type |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Halogen / LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 235/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | Dual front 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 | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze | Arctic Silver, Urban Bronze, Sky Grey, Pearl White, Arctic White, Sardinia Red, Astern Black, Pearl Champagne |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
