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Kia Seltos vs Mahindra Thar

In 2024 when choosing between the Kia Seltos and Mahindra Thar, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Kia Seltos Price starts at Rs. 10.9 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE 1.5 Diesel iMT, Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs. 11.25 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD. Seltos: 1482 cc engine, 17.0 to 20.7 kmpl mileage. Thar: 1497 cc engine, 8 to 15.2 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Seltos vs Thar Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Seltos Thar
BrandKiaMahindra
Price₹ 10.9 Lakhs₹ 11.25 Lakhs
Mileage17.0 to 20.7 kmpl8 to 15.2 kmpl
Engine Capacity1482 cc1497 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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Seltos
Kia Seltos
HTE 1.5 Diesel iMT
₹12.00 Lakhs*
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Thar
Mahindra Thar
AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD
₹11.25 Lakhs*
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Specification
Engine Type
1.5l CRDi VGTD117 CRDe
Others
Idle Start/Stop-
Electric Motor
No-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
250 Nm @ 1500 rpm300 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Clutchless Manual (IMT) - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
114 bhp @ 4000 rpm117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDRWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6
Engine
1493 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
DieselDiesel
Rear Brake Type
DiscDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
205 / 65 R16245 / 75 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringIndependent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil SpringMultilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Tyres
205 / 65 R16245 / 75 R16
Length
4365 mm3985 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm2450 mm
Height
1620 mm1844 mm
Width
1800 mm1820 mm
Bootspace
433 litres-
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person4 Person
Doors
5 Doors3 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 litres45 litres
Features
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Co-Driver Only-
Parking Assist
NoVisual display
Keyless Start/ Button Start
No-
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
11
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Vents Behind Front Armrest-
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesYes
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Shift Indicator
Dynamic-
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
AnalogueAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesNo
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
Analogue - DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
Yes-
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹14,05,613₹13,80,177
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11,99,900₹11,25,001
RTO
₹1,53,988₹1,99,250
Insurance
₹51,225₹55,426
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
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