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Kia Seltos vs Mahindra Thar ROXX

In 2026 when choosing between the Kia Seltos and Mahindra Thar ROXX, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Kia Seltos Price starts at Rs. 10.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE, Mahindra Thar ROXX Price starts at Rs. 12.39 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for MX1 Petrol MT. Seltos: 1482 cc engine, 17.9 to 20.7 kmpl mileage. Thar ROXX: 1997 cc engine, 12.4 to 15.2 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Seltos vs Thar ROXX Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Seltos Thar roxx
BrandKiaMahindra
Price₹ 10.99 Lakhs₹ 12.39 Lakhs
Mileage17.9 to 20.7 kmpl12.4 to 15.2 kmpl
Engine Capacity1482 cc1997 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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Seltos
Kia Seltos
HTE
₹10.99 Lakhs*
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Thar ROXX
Mahindra Thar ROXX
MX1 Petrol MT
₹12.39 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
SmartStream G1.52.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol Direct Injection (TGDi)
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm330 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
113 bhp @ 6300-144 rpm160 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDRWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DiscDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
205 / 65 R1665 / 255 R18
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power-assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscVentilated Disc
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringDouble Wishbone with Coil Spring with FDD
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil SpringRigid Axle Coil Spring with WATT's Linkage with FDD
Rear Tyres
205 / 65 R1665 / 255 R18
Length
4460 mm4428 mm
Wheelbase
2690 mm2850 mm
Height
1635 mm1923 mm
Width
1830 mm1870 mm
Bootspace
447 litres447 litres
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 litres57 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Cabin-Boot Access
Yes-
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesNo
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Co-Driver-
Parking Assist
Reverse Camera with GuidanceNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoYes
Air Conditioner
ManualYes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone with Fan speed control,Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Blower with Vents Behind Front ArmrestBlower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Instantaneous Consumption
Yes-
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue
Average Speed
Yes-
Heads Up Display (HUD)
No-
Average Fuel Consumption
Yes-
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes-
Distance to Empty
Yes-
Engine immobilizer
YesYes
Child Safety Lock
YesYes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
YesYes
Central Locking
KeylessKeyless
Rub - Strips
No-
Chrome Finish Exhaust pipe
No-
Body-Coloured Bumpers
YesYes
Roof Mounted Antenna
Yes-
Body Kit
Cladding - Body Coloured-
Sunroof / Moonroof
NoNo
Power Windows
Front & RearFront & Rear
Adjustable ORVM
NoExternally Adjustable
One Touch -Down
DriverNo
Exterior Door Handles
Body ColouredBlack
Interior Door Handles
Silver-
Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)
Body-ColouredBlack
Door Pockets
Front & Rear-
Rear Defogger
NoNo
One Touch - Up
DriverNo
Driver Armrest Storage
YesYes
Sunglass Holder
YesYes
Cornering Headlights
No-
Headlights
LEDLED Projector
Headlight Height Adjuster
YesYes
Tail Lights
LEDLED
Cabin Lamps
Front and RearNo
Follow me home headlamps
YesYes
Ambient Interior Lighting
NoNo
Steering mounted controls
YesYes
Wireless Charger
NoNo
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)No
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone Calls & Audio Streaming-
Touch Screen Size
10.25 inch10.25 inch
Display
Touch-screen DisplayTouch-screen Display
Remote AC On/Off Via app
No-
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
No-
Check Vehicle Status Via App
NoNo
Remote Car Lock/Unlock Via app
No-
Geo-Fence
NoNo
Find My Car
No-
Emergency Call
NoNo
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
No-
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Front Passenger Side, Rear Passenger Side)
High-beam Assist
NoNo
ADAS
No-
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
NoNo
Child Seat Anchor Points
YesYes
Puncture Repair Kit
No-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
NCAP Rating
Not TestedNot Tested
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
NoYes
Hill Hold Control
YesYes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Four-Wheel-Drive
No-
Brake Assist (BA)
YesYes
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
YesYes
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery
FabricFabric
Driver Armrest
YesYes
Rear Armrest
NoNo
Split Rear Seat
No60:40 split
Driver Seat Adjustment
8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Ventilated Seats
NoNo
Rear Passenger Seats Type
BenchBench
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
NoNo
Folding Rear Seat
NoFull
Head-rests
Front & RearFront & Rear
Ventilated Seat Type
NoNo
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Front Seatback Pockets
No-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹12,75,869₹14,55,201
Ex-Showroom Price
₹10,99,000₹12,39,500
RTO
₹1,21,900₹1,35,950
Insurance
₹54,469₹79,251
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹27,423₹31,277
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Ease of access to back seatsImproved rear-seat comfortUpdated feature list

Cons

Quality concerns in the cabinLack of adequate storage space for passengers

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