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KIA Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Do you want to find out which car is the best, KIA Seltos or Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Seltos and Grand Vitara. KIA Seltos Price starts at Rs.11.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Price starts at Rs.11.42 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Sigma Smart Hybrid. KIA Seltos is 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is a 4 cylinder, 1462 cc Engine can generate 102 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Seltos provides a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (base model), and Grand Vitara has a mileage of 21.11 kmpl (base model).

Seltos vs Grand Vitara

Key HighlightsKIA SeltosMaruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
PriceRs.11.19 LakhRs.11.42 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 cc1462 cc
Power157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range17.9 kmpl21.11 kmpl
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KIA Seltos HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT car
KIA Seltos
HTE(O) G1.5 Smartstream Petrol 6 Speed MT
Rs. 11.19 Lakh
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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Sigma Smart Hybrid car
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Sigma Smart Hybrid
Rs. 11.42 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    12.96 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    13.23 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    Fuel Type
    Petrol
    Petrol
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.0
    Boot Space (Litres)
    433 Litres
    373 Litres
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Engine Displacement
    1497 cc
    1462 cc
    Max Power (bhp @rpm)
    157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
    102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    Colors
    Seltos Colours
    Grand Vitara Colours
    Images
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    Exterior

    Sunroof Type
    Dual Pane Panoramic
    -
    Sunroof
    check
    Power Windows
    check
    check
    Adjustable ORVMs
    check
    check
    Turn Indicators on ORVMs
    check
    check
    Rear Wiper
    check
    Rear Defogger
    check
    check
    Bootlid Opener
    Electric Tailgate Release
    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

    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Front Suspension
    McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
    MacPherson Strut
    Rear Suspension
    Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
    Torsion Beam
    Front Brakes
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Brakes
    Disc
    Disc
    Wheels
    Alloy
    Steel
    Spare Wheel
    Steel
    Steel
    Front Tyre Size
    215/55 R18
    215/60 R17
    Rear Tyre Size
    215/55 R18
    215/60 R17
    Turning Radius
    5.3 meters
    5.4 meters
    Tyre Size Spare
    205/65 R16
    215/60 R17
    Wheels Size
    R18
    R17

    Instrumentation

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

    Infotainment & Communication

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

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/Unlimited Kms
    3 Years/100000 Kms
    Extended Warranty
    Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms
    Upto 6 Years/160000 kms

    Engine & Transmission

    Engine Capacity
    1497 cc
    1462 cc
    Engine Type
    G1.5 T-GDi
    K15C + Mild Hybrid System
    No. of Cylinders
    4
    4
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Cylinder Configuration
    -
    DOHC
    Fuel Type
    Petrol
    Petrol
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Gears
    7
    5
    Power
    157.81 bhp @ 5500 rpm
    102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    Torque
    144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
    139 Nm @ 4300 rpm
    Battery Type
    -
    Lithium Ion
    Fast Charging
    -
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    FWD
    ARAI Certified Economy
    17.9 kmpl
    21.11 kmpl
    Top Speed
    167 kmph
    -

    Comfort & Convenience

    Ventilated Seats
    AC
    check
    check
    Rear AC Vents
    check
    check
    Automatic climate control
    check
    check
    Heater
    check
    check
    Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
    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
    Drive Modes
    3
    4
    Keyless Entry
    check
    check
    Electronic Parking Brake
    check

    Safety

    NCAP Rating
    3 Star (Global 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
    check
    EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
    check
    check
    ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
    check
    check
    ASR / Traction Control
    check
    Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
    check
    Lane Departure Warning
    check
    Emergency Brake Light Flashing
    check
    check
    Seat Belt Warning
    check
    check
    Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
    check
    check
    Rear Middle Head Rest
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    4365 mm
    4345 mm
    Width
    1800 mm
    1795 mm
    Height
    1645 mm
    1645 mm
    Wheelbase
    2610 mm
    2600 mm
    Ground Clearance
    190 mm
    -
    No. of Seats
    5
    5
    No. of Doors
    5
    5
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    50 Litres
    45 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.8 Litres
    3.5 Litres
    Boot Space
    433 Litres
    373 Litres
    Kerb Weight
    1222 kg
    -
    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
    • One of the most fuel-efficient C-Segment SUVs in its segment with 20+ kmpl claimed mileage
    • The only SUV in the segment with a proper hybrid powertrain with EV mode
    • Affordable AWD drivetrain with Suzuki AllGrip system offers good capabilities to the vehicle
    • Loaded with features such as a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 360-camera, ventilated seats, 9-inch touchscreen infotainment, and more
    • The base variant offers a decent number of features such as ESP, hill-start assist, automatic climate control, all-4 power windows, dual-functional LED DRLs, projector halogen headlamp
    • Comes with a factory-fitted CNG
    • It offers a good ride quality with well-tuned suspension and good driving dynamics
    • Backed by Maruti’s vast sales and service network
    • The Grand Vitara benefits from Toyota's expertise in hybrid powertrains, as the hybrid system is sourced directly from Toyota
    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
    • Due to the hybrid battery, the boot in the hybrid variants is smaller than the regular variants
    • The use of hard plastic inside the cabin takes away the premium feel
    • The roof liner of the panoramic roof feels so flimsy
    • The three-cylinder hybrid engine makes a lot of noise when in petrol mode
    • It misses on features like electric seat adjustment, rain sensing wiper, ADAS, and more
    • The hybrid powertrain is available in two top-of-the-line variants which are a bit pricey
    • Not as engaging as the KIA Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and Skoda Kushaq in terms of driving
    • The engine is tuned to give mileage which feels lethargic sometimes
    • AWD is available in a single variant with manual transmission only and with a non-hybrid engine only
    • No turbo-petrol or diesel engine on offer
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    Safety

    Seltos comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Grand Vitara has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, 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, Grand Vitara is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 373 Litres boot space, It has 1645 mm height, 4345 mm length, 1795 mm width, .

    Transmission

    KIA Seltos comes with AWD and 7 Manual transmission. And Grand Vitara comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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    KIA Seltos and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner Reviews

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        Tony
        2 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
        2 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
        4 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
        5 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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        Deepak K
        1 Year ago
        5.0
        Have good experience over all deign, features, compact. Every thing is perfect. Automatic gear is excellent. no zerk at all. Very smooth pickup and excellent in mileage. Overall experience is good with KIA.
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