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Kia Seltos vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Comparison

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

Seltos vs C-Class Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSeltosC-Class
Price11 L61.2 L
Power1497 CC1993 CC
ClassSUVSedan
Mileage17 - 21 KM/L14 - 23 KM/L
Seltos
Kia Seltos
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11 L
C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹61.2 L
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Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
Kia Seltos
Smartstream G1.5 HTE MT
11 L
C 200
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 200
61.2 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.7
8.1
Value For Money8.757.00
Significance8.757.00
Styling8.758.75
Comfort8.758.00
Safety8.508.00
Merit Or Usp9.008.00

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream G1.51.5L Turbo Petrol + 48V Mild Hybrid
Displacement (CC)1497 CC1496 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power113 bhp @ 6300 rpm201 bhp @ 5800-6100 rpm
Torque144 Nm @4500 rpm300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm
Top Speed190246
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.77.3
No. of Gears69
Drive Train2WDRWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS6BS6 Phase 2
Length4460 mm4686 mm
Width1830 mm1810 mm
Height1635 mm1442 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2840 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm157 mm
Kerb Weight1400 KG1655 KG
Boot Space433 L480 L
No. of Doors54
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity50.066.0
Mileage ARAI17.00 KM/L16.90 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L11.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway19.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringMulti-link
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil SpringMulti-link
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size215 / 60 R17225/50 R17
Rear Tyre Size215 / 60 R17225/50 R17
Spare Wheel TypeSteelSpace Saver
Spare Wheel Size16 InchesN/A

Features

Air ConditionerAutomaticDual Zone Automatic Climate Control
Front ACDual ZoneDual Zone
Rear AC No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
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
Preinstallation for Vehicle Set-Up No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingRemote Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectric with Memory
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManually AdjustableElectric with Memory
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteLeather
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 YesAdjustable
Ventilated SeatsFront and Rear Yes
Seat Memory Function No Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags67
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
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 Camera360 Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Electric ORVM Heating 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 Yes Yes
Sunroof YesPanoramic
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM Adjustments Yes Yes
Instrument ClusterSemi-DigitalDigital
Trip Meter Yes Yes
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 Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning No Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA12.3-inch
Audio SystemNAPremium
SpeakersNA15
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay Wireless
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 (Mild Hybrid Battery)
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 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 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Pros

  • Be it lazy commutes or aggressive power output, this luxury sedan satisfies all requirements.
  • The steering gives you precise, immediate feedback, and makes sudden direction changes engaging.
  • Mercedes’ "Digital Light" headlight technology adapts to weather, oncoming traffic, and road conditions.
  • This premium cabin gets a flat-bottom steering, brushed metal accents, and a massive touchscreen.
  • New USB package features six 100W fast-charging Type-C ports scattered across the interior.

Cons

  • Riding on 18-inch AMG alloy wheels means you will feel sharp bumps, road creases, and potholes.
  • In an otherwise well-insulated luxury cabin, the ventilated seat’s whirring noise gets annoying.
  • The 48V mild-hybrid tech does a great job of making stop-and-go driving progressive and smooth. 
  • The C-Class sits low to the ground which means getting in and out requires some bending.
  • The nine-speed gearbox can sometimes perform a jerky downshift when you're braking hard.

Verdict

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a reminder of what a luxury sedan ought to be. The C300 especially, is a highly emotional, high-revving petrol motor that Mercedes has crafted to be an absolute hoot to drive. It is a car that looks incredibly handsome on the outside, pampers you with cutting-edge tech on the inside, and puts a massive grin on your face the second you find an open stretch of tarmac.

Bilal Firfiray said in his review:

“If you are looking for a premium luxury sedan which is involving to drive, brings a smile to your face every time you grab the wheel, and feels like a million bucks, there are very few options out there.”

If you are an owner who loves to grab the steering wheel yourself, craves instant mechanical grip, and wants a car that feels like a multi-million-dollar baby S-Class from the driver's seat, the C300 is hands-down the one to have.

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