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KIA Seltos vs Mahindra XEV 9e

Do you want to find out which car is the best, KIA Seltos or Mahindra XEV 9e? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Seltos and XEV 9e. KIA Seltos Price starts at Rs.11.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT and Mahindra XEV 9e Price starts at Rs.21.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pack One 59 kWh. KIA Seltos is 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm power whereas Mahindra XEV 9e can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, Seltos provides a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (base model), and XEV 9e has a range of 542 km/charge (base model).

Seltos vs XEV 9e

Key HighlightsKIA SeltosMahindra XEV 9e
PriceRs.11.19 LakhRs.21.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 ccN/A
Power157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpmN/A
Mileage/Range17.9 kmpl542 km/charge
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KIA Seltos HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT  car
HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT
Rs. 11.19 Lakh
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Mahindra XEV 9e Pack One 59 kWh car
Pack One 59 kWh
Rs. 21.90 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
12.96 Lakh
Price Breakup
23.13 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
User Rating
4.2
4.6
Boot Space (Litres)
433 Litres
663 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
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Max Power (bhp @rpm)
157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
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Colors
Images
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XEV 9e Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
Dual Pane Panoramic
Panoramic
Sunroof
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check
Power Windows
check
check
Adjustable ORVMs
check
check
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
check
Rear Wiper
check
Rear Defogger
-
Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
Projector headlight
check
check
Automatic Headlamps
check
Follow Me Home Headlamps
check
check

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
McPherson strut iLink Independent Suspension and Stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
5-Link Independent Suspension and Stabilizer bar
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Wheels
Alloy
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
205/65 R16
245/55 R19
Rear Tyre Size
205/65 R16
245/55 R19
Turning Radius
5.3 meters
10 meters
Tyre Size Spare
205/65 R16
245/55 R19
Wheels Size
R16
R19

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
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check
Android Auto
check
check
Voice Command
check
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Infotainment Screen
check
check
Multifunction Display
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check
Touchscreen Size
10.25 inches
12.3 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
check
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Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
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check
Speakers
8
6
USB Compatibility
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check
Wireless Charger
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check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
Lifetime warranty
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1497 cc
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Engine Type
G1.5 T-GDi
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No. of Cylinders
4
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No. of valves per cylinder
4
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Cylinder Configuration
Four Cylinders
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Gears
7
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Power
157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
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Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
380 Nm
Battery Capacity
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59 kwh
Battery Type
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Lithium Iron
Charging Time
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20 - 80 % in 20 min
Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
FWD
RWD

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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check
Rear AC Vents
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check
Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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check
Cruise Control
check
Start / Stop Button
check
check
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
check
check
Leather streering wheels
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Drive Modes
3
5
Keyless Entry
check
check
Electronic Parking Brake
check
check

Safety

NCAP Rating
3 Star (Global NCAP)
5 Star (Bharat Ncap)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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check
Lane Departure Warning
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check
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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check
Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4365 mm
4371 mm
Width
1800 mm
1907 mm
Height
1645 mm
1694 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2775 mm
Ground Clearance
190 mm
207 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
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Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 Litres
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Boot Space
433 Litres
663 Litres
Kerb Weight
1222 kg
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Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It offers an appealing design with aggressive front profile and offers segment best dimensions with enough legroom at the rear
  • One of the most feature rich SUV in the segment with some segment first features such as dual-zone climate control, BOSE sound system, electrically-adjustable driver seat, dual 10.25-inch screens, and more
  • Dual-pane panoramic sunroof is available from HTK+ variant
  • It is available with three engine options a NA petrol, a turbocharged petrol and a diesel
  • The interior quality, fit and finish of material makes the cabin more premium
  • Good number of available interior colour options
  • The suspension with 17-inch tyres is soft but not bouncy
  • Fun to drive turbo petrol engine with 160PS of power
  • The DCT and CVT gearbox options are smooth and easy to drive
  • Loaded with good number of safety features such as ADAS Level 2, 6-airbags, TPMS and more
  • Bold Coupe-SUV Design: Eye-catching futuristic styling with premium detailing.
  • Powerful Electric Powertrain: Robust performance from the INGLO platform with 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery options.
  • Advanced Features: Packed with tech like dual screens, ADAS, and a premium 16 speaker sound system.
  • Fast Charging Support: DC fast charging of up to 175 kWh ensures quicker recharge times.
Cons
  • The base variants misses on features such as LED DRL, telescopic steering, keyless entry and some more
  • The higher variants with 10.25-inch touchscreen misses on wireless connectivity
  • The mid-variants lacks some features such as LED headlamp, electrically adjustable ORVMs and more
  • No automatic transmission in first three variants i.e. HTE, HTK, & HTK+
  • The top-spec GTX+ variant goes over Rs 20 lakh on-road price tag
  • The variants with 18-inch tyres have a stiffer suspension as compared to the one with 17-inch wheels
  • The rivals offer more value for money
  • No V2L / V2V Capability: Lacks vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) charging features available in Tata's EVs, limiting its versatility for external power needs.
  • Rear Seat Space Constraints: The rear seat isn’t as spacious as comparable ₹20 lakh ICE SUVs, potentially compromising comfort for taller passengers.
  • Glossy Black Dashboard Panels: Glossy finish on the dashboard attracts dust and fingerprints, requiring frequent cleaning to maintain a pristine appearance.
  • Poor IRVM Visibility: The sloping roofline and fifth passenger's headrest obstruct rear visibility, reducing convenience and safety while driving.
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Detailed Comparison of KIA Seltos and Mahindra XEV 9e

Safety

Seltos comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock. XEV 9e has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Seltos has doors and seats. It is an with 433 Litres boot space, 50 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 190 mm. It is 1800 mm wide, 1645 mm high and 4365 mm long. It has 1222 kg kerb weight and 2610 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, XEV 9e is an with doors and seats 663 Litres boot space, 207 mm ground clearance.It has 1694 mm height, 4371 mm length, 1907 mm width, .

Transmission

KIA Seltos comes with FWD and 7 Manual transmission. And XEV 9e comes with RWD and Automatic transmission.

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KIA Seltos and Mahindra XEV 9e Owner Reviews

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    • bK
      brijesh KIKAGANESHWALA
      08 Jun 2025
      5.0
      Good condition, good price black colour seltos car with full sunroof manual car all warranty including in this car.
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      Tony
      3 Month ago
      4.2
      Marvelous ecstatic looks!! Full of advanced features, Good Road mileage, Safety is also good indeed, Great interiors and exterior designs making it better than other cars and Overall great value for money.
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      Prashant
      3 Month ago
      4.3
      I am Doctor by profession. Using this car for my commuting for my work. More from Hospital to Koppal my working place, it is a good highway, about car good car, good comfort and you get good driving experience, no problem at all in last 5 years.
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      Vikram Rajwadkar
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      Lovely car for long drives. Good features and safety features as well. Good average on the highway. Gt edition has great pickup and torque. Would recommend it to new buyers.
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      Amandeep Singh
      6 Month ago
      5.0
      Wonderful experience and comfortable to drive on busy roads and also ambience of the car is super cool with Panoramic sunroof and ambient lights. Overall it was fun to drive this car.
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