Comparing the Mahindra Scorpio N and the Kia Seltos side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra Scorpio N is available at ₹1,349,000, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra Scorpio N comes with a 1997 cc unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12 kmpl for the Mahindra Scorpio N versus 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos. 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 electrical setup paired with push-button engine start-stop toggles | — |
| Displacement | 1997 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) standard / 4-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2 L mStallion Turbo Petrol Direct Injection | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | — | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 12 kmpl | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1750-3000 r/min (MT) | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 460 l | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2,510 kg | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 187 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,662 mm × 1,917 mm × 1,857 | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable electronic power steering system | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Electronic, Automatic day/night interior rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Climate Control: Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) equipped with front air purification technology | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT Driver Information Display nestled between classic analogue gauges | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | 6-Way power-adjustable driver's seat | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 20.32 cm (8-inch) touchscreen with AdrenoX Connect, Alexa built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Internal motorized glass adjustment and electronic power-folding functionality | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear standard power windows with anti-pinch functionality | Yes |
| Push Start | Engine Start-Stop Button | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard rear cabin ventilation modules | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Foldable center armrests available across rows | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Rich Coffee-Black leatherette upholstery on higher trims; premium fabric variants on base layouts | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Sony 3D Immersive Audio setup with 12 Speakers and a dedicated subwoofer | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric anti-pinch single-pane sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Dual-row dedicated fast-charging Type-A and Type-C USB data linkages | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Available via Alexa integrations and phone voice assistants | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | vertical C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | High-throw front LED fog lamps | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector dual-barrel headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors with integrated sequential turn indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the upright, sideways-opening tailgate door shell | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Sleek integrated ski-rack roof rails | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Tall Stacked LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/65 R17 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Integrated electronic grade descent and uphill braking controls | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring safety frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Rearview camera system with dynamic guided path matrices | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Everest WhiteDeep ForestStealth BlackMidnight BlackValyrian Silver | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
