Kia Seltos vs Mahindra Marazzo
Should you buy Kia Seltos or Mahindra Marazzo? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Kia Seltos price starts at Rs 10.90 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol) and Mahindra Marazzo price starts Rs 14.39 Lakh ex-showroom for M2 (Diesel). Seltos has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Marazzo has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Seltos has a mileage of 20.7 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Marazzo has a mileage of 17.3 kmpl (Diesel top model).
Seltos Vs Marazzo
| Key Highlights | Kia Seltos | Mahindra Marazzo |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.23,94,115* | Rs.19,81,614* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1493 | 1497 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
Kia Seltos vs Mahindra Marazzo Comparison
- Kia Seltos
- HTE Diesel (Diesel) 12.35 Lakh*
- HTK Diesel (Diesel) 13.68 Lakh*
- HTK Plus Diesel (Diesel) 15.55 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 16.80 Lakh*
- HTK Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 16.92 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel iMT (Diesel) 17 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.22 Lakh*
- HTX Plus Diesel (Diesel) 18.70 Lakh*
- HTX Plus Diesel iMT (Diesel) 18.95 Lakh*
- GTX Plus S Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.40 Lakh*
- X-Line S DIesel AT (Diesel) 19.65 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 20 Lakh*
- X-Line Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.35 Lakh*
- HTE (Petrol) 10.90 Lakh*
- HTK (Petrol) 12.24 Lakh*
- HTK Plus (Petrol) 14.06 Lakh*
- HTX (Petrol) 15.30 Lakh*
- HTK Plus IVT (Petrol) 15.42 Lakh*
- HTK Plus Turbo iMT (Petrol) 15.45 Lakh*
- HTX IVT (Petrol) 16.72 Lakh*
- HTX Plus Turbo iMT (Petrol) 18.73 Lakh*
- GTX Plus S Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.40 Lakh*
- X-Line S Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.65 Lakh*
- HTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.73 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 20 Lakh*
- X-Line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 20.35 Lakh*
Rs20.35 LakhVS - VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.23,94,115* | Rs.19,81,614* | Rs.19,06,126* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.47,535/month | Rs.37,721/month | Rs.36,273/month |
| Insurance | Rs.77,703 Seltos Insurance | Rs.74,590 Marazzo Insurance | Rs.73,516 Elevate Insurance |
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| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | - | Rs.8,083 | - |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 1.5l CRDi VGT | D15 1.5L | i-VTEC |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1493 | 1497 | 1498 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 114.41bhp@4000rpm | 120.96bhp@3500rpm | 119.35bhp@6600rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 19.1 | 17.3 | 16.92 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 50 | 45 | 40 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | McPherson Strut With Coil Spring | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut With Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle With Coil Spring | Twist Beam | Torsion Beam With Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | - | - | Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4365 | 4585 | 4312 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1800 | 1866 | 1790 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1645 | 1774 | 1650 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2610 | 2750 | 2650 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 2 Zone | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Yes | - | Yes |
| Glove Compartment It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl Imperial Blue Glacier White Pearl With Aurora Black Pearl Gravity Gray Intense Red With Aurora Black Pearl Seltos Colors | Shimmering Silver Iceberg White Aqua Marine Marazzo Colors | Platinum White Pearl Lunar Silver Metallic Platinum White Pearl With Crystal Black Pearl Golden Brown Metallic Obsidian Blue Pearl Phoenix Orange Pearl With Crystal Black Pearl Radiant Red Metallic With Crystal Black Pearl Meteoroid Grey Metallic Phoenix Orange Pearl Radiant Red Metallic Elevate Colors |
| Body Type | SUV All SUV Cars | MUV All MUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | - | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | Yes | - | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes | Yes |
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