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Kia Seltos vs BMW Z4 Comparison

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Seltos vs Z4 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSeltosZ4
Price11 L94.53 L
Power1497 CC2998 CC
ClassSUVConvertible
Mileage17 - 21 KM/L13 KM/L
Seltos
Kia Seltos
*Ex-Showroom Price
11 L
Z4
BMW Z4
*Ex-Showroom Price
94.53 L
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Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
Kia Seltos
Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
11 L
M40i
BMW Z4
M40i
94.53 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.7
7.6
Value For Money8.755.00
Significance8.755.00
Styling8.758.00
Comfort8.758.00
Safety8.507.50
Merit Or Usp9.007.50

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream G1.53.0-litre Petrol
Displacement (CC)1497 CC2998 CC
No. of Cylinders46
Power113 bhp @ 6300 rpm335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm @ 5000-6500 rpm
Torque144 Nm @4500 rpm500 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm @ 1600-4500 rpm
Top Speed190250
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.74.5
No. of Gears68
Drive Train2WDRWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS6BS6 Phase 2
Length4460 mm4324 mm
Width1830 mm1864 mm
Height1635 mm1304 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2470 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm117 mm
Kerb Weight1400 KG1610 KG
Boot Space433 L281 L
No. of Doors52
No. of Rows21
Seating Capacity52
Fuel tank Capacity50.052.0
Mileage ARAI17.00 KM/L12.82 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L9.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway19.00 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringAdaptive M Sport Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil SpringAdaptive M Sport Suspension
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size215 / 60 R17275/35 R19
Rear Tyre Size215 / 60 R17275/35 R19
Spare Wheel TypeSteelAlloy
Spare Wheel Size16 Inches255/40 ZR18

Features

Air ConditionerAutomaticAutomatic air conditioning 2- zone with extended contents with active carbon microfilter ?
Front ACDual ZoneSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control YesAutomatic
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
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
M Sport seats for driver and front passenger No Yes
Ambient Light No Yes
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingRemote Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectrically Adjustable
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectrically Adjustable
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteLeather
Rear ArmrestAvailable with Cup Holders No
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat60:40 Split No
Headrests Yes Yes
Ventilated SeatsFront and Rear No
Seat Memory Function No 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
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring 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 Yes Yes
Speed Alert System Yes Yes
Parking AssistanceRear View Camera Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Electric ORVM Heating No Yes
Park Distance Control (PDC) No Yes
Two-stage brake force display No Yes
Dynamic braking lights No Yes
3rd brake light No Yes
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents (DSC on, MDM and DSC off) No Yes
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) No Yes
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) No Yes
Electronic vehicle immobiliser No Yes
Tyre Pressure Indicator No Yes
Seat Occupancy Detection No Yes
Child seat ISOFIX attachment No Yes
M Sport braking system. No Yes
M Sport differential No Yes
Variable sport steering No Yes
Driving Assistant (Optional) No Yes
Parking Assistant (Optional) No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) YesLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Ambient Lighting Yes Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist No Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps Yes Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin Lamps YesLED
Ambient Lights No Yes
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM Adjustments YesElectric
Instrument ClusterSemi-DigitalFully Digital
Trip Meter YesDigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes Yes
Clock Yes Yes
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 SizeNA10.25 inch
Audio SystemNAHarman Kardon
SpeakersNA12
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & Apple 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
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (Optional) No Yes
BMW Operating System 7 No 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 WarrantyNA No
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 Z4

Pros

  • Strong six-cylinder engine
  • Available with a six-speed manual gearbox
  • Quick-folding soft-top roof
  • Well-balanced ride and handling

Cons

  • Ground clearance of 114 mm is very low
  • Missing a few premium features, like ventilated seats
  • The cabin feels tight for taller individuals
  • Rearward visibility is poor with the roof up

Verdict

Being one of the last true sports roadsters you can buy today, the BMW Z4 does not try to be an oversized luxury cruiser or an overly complex technology showcase. Instead, it keeps its fundamentals simple: a powerful engine at the front, drive going to the rear wheels, and an open roof above your head.

Moreover, the Pure Impulse Edition’s six-speed manual proves that the brand still cares about the pure joy of driving. It has that raw and engaging feel that is rarely experienced in the modern car market today, and the automatic variant is still a superb choice for daily driving. If you’re browsing the market for a stylish, fast, and good-looking sports car, this machine is definitely worth your attention before such engines disappear forever.

Girish summarises the BMW Z4 like this,

“Choose this car if you want precision, no-nonsense performance, and a premium open-top experience.”

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