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Kia Seltos vs BMW X3 Comparison

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Seltos vs X3 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSeltosX3
Price11 L72.5 L
Power1497 CC1998 CC
ClassSUVSUV
Mileage17 - 21 KM/L13 - 19 KM/L
Seltos
Kia Seltos
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11 L
X3
BMW X3
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹72.5 L
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Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
Kia Seltos
Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
11 L
xDrive20 M Sport
BMW X3
xDrive20 M Sport
72.5 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
6.8
Value For Money8.756.75
Significance8.756.75
Styling8.756.75
Comfort8.758.75
Safety8.507.25
Merit Or Usp9.007.25

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream G1.52.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-Cylinder Petrol
Displacement (CC)1497 CC1998 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power113 bhp @ 6300 rpm184 bhp
Torque144 Nm @4500 rpm310 Nm
Top Speed190210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.78.5
No. of gears68
Drive Train2WDAWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS6BS6 Phase 2
Length4460 mm4708 mm
Width1830 mm1891 mm
Height1635 mm1676 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2864 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm204 mm
Kerb Weight1400 KG1825 KG
Boot Space433 L550 L
No. of Doors55
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity50.060.0
Mileage ARAI17.00 KM/L13.17 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L12.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway19.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringDouble-Joint Spring Strut Axle
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil SpringFive-Link Axle
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size215 / 60 R17245/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size215 / 60 R17245/50 R19
Spare Wheel TypeSteelSpace Saver
Spare Wheel Size16 InchesT155/90 R18

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic3-Zone Climate Control
Front ACDual ZoneSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes3 Zone
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate No Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric Tailgate No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingRemote Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectric
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectric
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteLeatherette
Rear ArmrestAvailable with Cup Holders Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat60:40 Split40:20:40
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Yes
Headrests Yes Yes
Ventilated SeatsFront and Rear No
Seat Memory Function No Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Hill Hold Control Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent Control Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Lane Assist Yes Yes
Forward Collision Warning Yes Yes
Auto Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points Yes Yes
Parking Sensors YesFront & Rear
Speed Alert System Yes Yes
Parking AssistanceRear View CameraAuto Park Assist
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Electric ORVM Heating No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) YesLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog Lamps YesLED
Ambient Lighting Yes Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist No Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps Yes Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin Lamps YesLED
Sunroof YesPanoramic
Roof Rails Yes Yes
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM Adjustments YesElectric & Fold
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Skid Plates Yes Yes
Instrument ClusterSemi-Digital12.3-inch Digital
Trip Meter YesDigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes Yes
Clock YesDigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Shift Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer YesDigital
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA12.3 inch
Audio SystemNAPremium
SpeakersNA12
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & CarPlay
Bluetooth Support No Yes
USB Support No Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA Yes
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
SOS ButtonNA Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA8 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA2 Years / Unlimited km

Pros Cons of Kia Seltos

Pros

  • The turbo-petrol engine is incredibly fast
  • A solid, up-to-date safety suite
  • The dual 12.3-inch screens
  • Still offers a proper diesel engine

Cons

  • Stiff suspension on broken city roads
  • The turbo-petrol engine has lower fuel economy
  • Top-spec GTX and X-Line variants are very expensive
  • Rear headroom is slightly tight for tall passengers

Verdict

The Kia Seltos is one apt car that offers a powertrain combination for literally every type of buyer, whether you want cheap daily commutes with the NA petrol, high mileage with the diesel, or aggressive speed with the turbo-petrol. Kia also listened to the consumer base and fixed its biggest flaw by securing a five-star crash safety rating. The only real downside is the firm ride quality over bad roads. But if you can live with feeling a few bumps in the city, the Kia Seltos gets most of the other driving essentials right.

As Seshan concludes,

“The new-gen Seltos raises the bar. It’s bolder and more distinctive.”

Pros Cons of BMW X3

Pros

  • Impressive Design And Styling
  • Comes In Exclusive Brooklyn Grey Metallic Colour
  • Offered In Both Petrol And Diesel Options

Cons

  • Doesn’T Get Ventilated Seats
  • Doesn’T Get Wireless Charger
  • Stiff Ride Quality

Verdict

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