Mahindra has recently announced the prices of the 5-seater version of the XUV700. The SUV is priced aggressively, which makes it a good alternative to the likes of the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. In this article, we will compare the engine specifications, features, price and other details of the Kia Seltos and the 5-seater version of the Mahindra XUV700.
XUV700 Vs Seltos Price
| Price | Mahindra XUV700 | Kia Seltos |
| 11.99 Lakh to 14.99 Lakh | 9.95 Lakh to 18.10 Lakh |
The Mahindra XUV700 5-seater model is available in 4 variants – MX petrol, MX diesel, AdrenoX AX3 petrol & AdrenoX AX5 petrol, while the Seltos is offered in two trim levels – Tech HT Line and GT Line. The base variant of the XUV700 is around 2 lakh expensive than the base of the Kia Seltos.
XUV700 Vs Seltos Dimensions
| Dimensions | Mahindra XUV700 | Kia Seltos |
| Length | 4695mm | 4315mm |
| Width | 1890mm | 1800mm |
| Height | 1755mm | 1645mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750mm | 2610mm |
– In terms of proportions, the new Mahindra XUV700 is significantly bigger than the Kia Seltos. The XUV700 is 380mm longer and 90mm wider, and 110mm taller than the Seltos. In fact, the Mahindra XUV700 rides on 140mm longer wheelbase.
– The XUV700 is 4,695mm long, 1,890mm wide and 1,755mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2,750mm. On the other hand, the Kia Seltos measures 4,315mm in length, 1,800mm in width and 1,645mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,610mm. Also See – Mahindra XUV700 Vs Hyundai Creta
Mahindra XUV700 Vs Kia Seltos Features
Mahindra XUV700 Feature List – The base variant of the 5-seater XUV700 is fitted with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 7-inch digital instrument console, Android Auto, smart door handles, LED tail-lamp, multi-functional steering wheel and 17-inch steel wheel.
Mid-variant of the XUV700 gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, a 10.25-inch digital instrument console, Amazon Alexa built-in, wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, over 60 connected car features, Android Connect, 6 speaker sound ssystem, LED DRLs, front fog lamps and 17-inch diamond cut alloys. The higher-end variant gets panoramic sunroof, curtain airbags, LED clear-view headlamp, sequential turn indicators and cornering lamps.
Kia Seltos Features – The Seltos is also feature loaded, as it gets 17-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED front fog lamps, LED tail-lights, leather seats, Ambient lighting, sunroof, 7-inch digital instrument console, 8-inch head-up display, ventilated seats, air purifier, front parking sensors, 360 degree camera, blind view monitor, wireless charging, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 8 speaker Bose sound system, 6 airbags, blind spot monitoring & many more.
Mahindra XUV700 Vs Kia Seltos Engine Specifications
Petrol
| Model | Mahindra XUV700 | Kia Seltos |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo Petrol | 1.5L naturally-aspirated /1.4L Turbo |
| Power | 200bhp | 115bhp/140bhp |
| Torque | 380Nm | 144Nm/242Nm |
| Gearbox | 6MT & 6AT | 6-MT, 6-iMT or CVT/6-MT or 7-DCT |
| Mileage | – | 16.8kmpl |
– The XUV700 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, while the Kia Seltos is offered with two petrol engines – a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol & a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol.
– The XUV700 turbo engine is capable of producing 197bhp of power and 380Nm of torque. It is the most powerful SUV in its category. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
– The Seltos 1.5L NA engine churns out 113bhp and 144Nm of torque. On the flip side, the 1.4L turbo engine produces 138bhp and 250Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual as standard, a CVT automatic with 1.5L engine and a 7-speed DCT with turbo engine.
Diesel
| Model | Mahindra XUV700 | Kia Seltos |
| Engine | 2.2-litre turbo | 1.5-litre turbo |
| Power | 155bhp/185bhp (Yet To Launch) | 115bhp |
| Torque | 360Nm/420Nm(MT),450Nm (AT) | 250Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-MT/6-AT/AWD System (Yet To Launch) | 6-MT/6-AT |
| Mileage | – | MT Diesel (20.8kmpl), Diesel AT (17.8kmpl) |
– The Mahindra XUV700 is powered by a 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel engine that is tuned to offer two states of tunes – a 155bhp and 380Nm of torque, and a 185bhp & 420Nm of torque. The 155bhp unit is offered on the base MX trim, while the other variants are fitted with 185bhp engine. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
– The Kia Seltos is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine that is good for 113bhp and 250Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
