Comparing the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) 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 Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) is available at a price on request, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) comes with a 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 518-575 bhp and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 8-12 km/l for the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) 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 Lead-Acid / Mild Hybrid Battery | — |
| Displacement | 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel) | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 5.0L Supercharged V8 Petrol / 3.0L Turbocharged Diesel | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-speed | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 8-12 km/l | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 (V8 Petrol) / 6 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 518-575 bhp | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 625 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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| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 909 litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5,200 mm x 2,073 mm x 1,870 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | Pivi Pro Touchscreen System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Key |
| 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 | Premium Windsor Leather | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Meridian Surround Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Multiple USB ports | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED with Signature DRLs | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Gloss Black Roof Rails | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Yes | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 22-inch or 23-inch Alloy Wheels | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Run-Flat Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Gloss Black Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple 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 | Yes | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Santorini Black, Narvik Black, and other dark-themed colors | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
