Comparing the Mahindra XUV400 EV 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 XUV400 EV is available at ₹1,548,997, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. 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 | Lithium-ion | — |
| Displacement | — | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-speed shift-by-wire automatic transmission | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | — | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 110 kW | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electronic keyless engine start-stop push button | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 34.5 kWh (EC Pro), 39.4 kWh (EL Pro) | — |
| Charging Time | 0–80% in 50 mins (50 kw DC) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes, CCS2 | — |
| Range | 375 km (EC Pro), 456 km (EL Pro) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes, features adjustable kinetic energy regeneration, including an "L" mode designed for single-pedal urban driving | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 378 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,200 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,634 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering column with multi-mode settings | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror module | Yes |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) complemented by dedicated rear air vents | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 26.04 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital driver instrument cluster with live navigation data feed options | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Standard wheel-mounted speed cruise controls | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 26.04 cm (10.25-inch) touch-sensitive display featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Proximity passive smart-key keyless cabin entry | Yes - Smart Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | One-touch express power windows across all four doors | Yes |
| Push Start | smart passive keyless push-button engine start-stop toggle | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard rear cabin climate modules on updated Pro versions | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Foldable rear bench armrest housing dual integrated cup-holders | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Plush natural-grain perforated leatherette seating wrapped with copper decorative stitching on high-end models | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | 6-Speaker sound arrangement (4 speakers and 2 high-frequency tweeters) | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Electrically adjustable anti-pinch single-pane glass sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Dedicated high-output front and rear USB fast-charging portals | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Smart voice interaction network managed via the Adrenox OS app | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Aerodynamic body-colored dual-tone bumpers featuring dedicated dark cladding | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated stylized LED Daytime Running Lights detailed with copper accents | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front bumper fog lights | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | High-beam automatic projector headlamps featuring integrated guide-me-home logic | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding exterior mirrors housing integrated side blinkers | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Tailgate wash-wipe layout accompanied by an electric demister matrix | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Sports utility black roof rails | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Rear signature LED tail lamp design featuring structural copper badge integration | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/65 R16 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 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 | Active electronic sudden panic-braking force assistance | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Automatic hill incline starting brake assist control | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row safety anchoring frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Wide-angle rearview parking camera is factory-fitted | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear parking sensors | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital live Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arctic BlueEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNapoli BlackInfinity BlueNebula Blue | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
