Comparing the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Velar Autobiography is available at a price on request, while the Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover Velar Autobiography comes with a 2997 cc unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 395 bhp and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10-12 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Mild Hybrid Battery | — |
| Displacement | 2997 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol (MHEV) | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol Mild Hybrid | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 10-12 km/l | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 395 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 | 550 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 | 673 litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable with Memory | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Four-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 with Navigation | 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 Signature Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | 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 | LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear Fog Lamps | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Performance Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple | 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, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.0 |
