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Kia Seltos vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class Comparison

Compare Kia Seltos vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Kia Seltos vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Seltos vs S-Class Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSeltosS-Class
Price11 L1.85 Cr
Power1497 CC2999 CC
ClassSUVSedan
Mileage17 - 21 KM/L10 - 14 KM/L
Seltos
Kia Seltos
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11 L
S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.85 Cr
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Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
Kia Seltos
Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
11 L
S 350 d
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
S 350 d
1.85 Cr
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.7
7.0
Value For Money8.758.00
Significance8.758.00
Styling8.758.50
Comfort8.759.40
Safety8.509.00
Merit Or Usp9.008.90

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream G1.53.0-Litre, V6 Diesel Engine
Displacement (CC)1497 CC2925 CC
No. of Cylinders46
Power113 bhp @ 6300 rpm282 bhp @ 3400-4600 rpm
Torque144 Nm @4500 rpm600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm
Top Speed190N/A
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.76.0
No. of gears69
Drive Train2WDRWD
Turbocharger YesN/A
Emissions StandardBS6N/A
Length4460 mm5289 mm
Width1830 mm1954 mm
Height1635 mm1503 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm3216 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm109 mm
Kerb Weight1400 KG2132 KG
Boot Space433 L530 L
No. of Doors54
No. of Rows2N/A
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity50.070.0
Mileage ARAI17.00 KM/L13.50 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L12.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway19.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringAirmatic Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil SpringAirmatic Suspension
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & Telescopic1
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size215 / 60 R17245/45 R18
Rear Tyre Size215 / 60 R17275/40 R18
Spare Wheel TypeSteelN/A
Spare Wheel Size16 InchesN/A

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic4-Zone Luxury Automatic Climate Control
Front ACDual ZoneNA
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Paddle Shift No Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button YesNA
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows YesNA
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine Start YesNA
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled Glovebox YesNA
Rain Sensing Wipers No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMs YesNA
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger YesNA
Navigation Connectivity package No Yes
Wireless charging for mobile phones in the rear No Yes
Climatised rear seats No Yes
Sun Protection package No Yes
Driving Assistance Package No Yes
Reclining Seat No Yes
Calf massage in the rear No Yes
EASY ADJUST comfort headrest No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingRemoteNA
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableNA
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableNA
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteNA
Rear ArmrestAvailable with Cup Holders Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat YesNA
Split Rear Seat60:40 SplitNA
Front Seatback Pockets YesNA
Headrests YesNA
Ventilated SeatsFront and RearNA
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts YesNA
No. of Airbags6NA
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag YesNA
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent Control YesNA
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) YesNA
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring YesNA
Lane Assist YesNA
Forward Collision Warning YesNA
Auto Emergency Braking YesNA
Driver Drowsiness Detection YesNA
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking Sensors YesNA
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking AssistanceRear View CameraNA
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
360 Camera No Yes
Active Blind Spot Assist No Yes
Active Braking Assist No Yes
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus No Yes
Active Lane Keeping Assist No Yes
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC No Yes
PRE-SAFE® PLUS No Yes
Parking Package with 360-degree camera No Yes
Active parking assistant with PARKTRONIC No Yes
Rear Airbags No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDMULTIBEAM LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) YesNA
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog Lamps YesNA
Ambient Lighting YesNA
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin Lamps YesNA
Sunroof YesNA
Roof Rails YesNA
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM Adjustments YesNA
Rear Spoiler YesNA
Skid Plates YesNA
Instrument ClusterSemi-DigitalNA
Trip Meter YesNA
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed YesNA
Clock YesNA
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
Tachometer YesNA
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
SpeakersNA Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Bluetooth Support No Yes
USB Support No Yes
Radio Yes Yes

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 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Pros

  • The S-Class plug-in hybrid in India delivers a combined 435 bhp and 680 Nm of powertrain output.
  • Safety gets a serious boost with an advanced safety suite that packs 15 airbags as standard.
  • The 22kWh battery pack provides a fuel-saving electric-only driving range of up to 115 km per charge.
  • The upgraded cabin features a 13.1-inch touchscreen paired with dual wireless controllers for passengers.
  • An ultra-premium 31-speaker Burmester surround sound system is built directly into the new limousine package.

Cons

  • The price starts at a whopping Rs 2.20 Crore and goes all the way up to Rs 2.38 Crore.
  • Despite opening bookings immediately, deliveries only commence in Q4 of 2026.
  • The plug-in hybrid model is offered exclusively with a Rear-Wheel Drive layout.

Verdict

On paper, the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class plug-in hybrid looks like an absolute masterstroke for the Indian luxury market. By marrying a silky-smooth 3.0-litre straight-six with a substantial electric battery, Mercedes is promising the holy grail of flagship motoring. Which is zero-emission city commuting alongside uncompromised, long-distance highway range. Add to that the unprecedented safety shield of 15 airbags and the cutting-edge MB.OS tech, and it looks poised to set a whole new benchmark.

However, the real test will be on the tarmac. We still need to see how seamlessly the complex hybrid powertrain behaves in bumper-to-bumper gridlock and how beautifully the standard AIRMATIC suspension handles the added weight of the 22kWh battery pack. It is an engineering marvel on the spec sheet, but we will reserve our final judgment until we get the keys for a comprehensive road test.

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