Skoda Rapid Vs Kia Seltos comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 8.43 Lakh

₹ 11.15 Lakh

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Compare Skoda Rapid and Kia Seltos

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the Skoda Rapid Vs Kia Seltos on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2020. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

Compare Price

The ex-showroom, New Delhi price of the Petrol Skoda Rapid starts at ₹ 7.49 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 11.79 Lakh for the fully-loaded Petrol model. On the other hand, the price of the base Petrol version of the Kia Seltos starts at ₹ 9.89 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 17.29 Lakh for range topping Petrol model. The base Diesel model of the Kia Seltos costs ₹ 10.34 Lakh, whereas the Diesel top-end of Kia Seltos comes with a price tag of ₹ 17.34 Lakh.

Compare Mileage

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Skoda Rapid base Petrol engine returns 19 kmpl. The Kia Seltos base Petrol returns 16 kmpl, whereas its base Diesel counterpart gives 18 kmpl of fuel efficiency.

Compare Engine

In the powertrain department, the Skoda Rapid gets 109 bhp Petrol engine, whereas the Kia Seltos comes in 2 Petrol 138, 113 bhp engines and 113 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine

Engine Type

1.0 TSI Petrol, In-line, 4 Stroke Positive Ignition Direct Injection Engine

1.5 Petrol Engine

Displacement (CC)

999 CC

1497 CC

No Of Cylinder

Power

109 bhp@5000-5500 rpm

113 bhp@6300 rpm

Torque

175 Nm@1750-4000 rpm

144 Nm@4500 rpm

Drive Train

FWD

2WD

Emission Standard

BS VI

N/A

Dimensions

Length

4413 mm

4315 mm

Width

1699 mm

1800 mm

Height

1466 mm

1645 mm

Wheelbase

2552 mm

2610 mm

Ground Clearance

116 mm

190 mm

Boot Space

460 L

433 L

Kerb Weight

1112 Kg

N/A

Gross Weight

1670 Kg

N/A

Front Track

N/A

Rear Track

N/A

Minimum Turning Radius

N/A

No. Of Doors

Seating Capacity

Transmission

No. of gears

Clutch Type

N/A

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type

Steel Wheels

Tyre Type

Tubeless

Front Tyre Size

185/60 R15

205 / 65 R16

Rear Tyre Size

185/60 R15

205 / 65 R16

Braking System

Front Brake Type

Disc Brakes With Inner Cooling, With Single/piston Floating Caliper

Disc

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Suspension

Front Suspension

McPherson Suspension With Lower Triangular Links And Torsion Stabiliser

McPherson Strut With Coil Spring

Rear Suspension

Compound Link Crank-axle

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil Spring

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage City

N/A

Mileage Highway

N/A

Mileage

18.97 Kmpl

16.50 Kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

55.0

50.0

Steering

Power Steering

Steering Type

Electro-Mechanic Power Steering

Electric Power Steering

Adjustable Power Steering

Performance

Performance 0 To 100 Kmph

N/A

9.7 seconds

Max Speed

N/A

Safety & Security

Airbags

Passenger Airbags

Side Airbags

ABS

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution

Brake Assist

Hill Assist

Electronic Stability Program

Tractional Control

Engine Immobilizer

Central Locking

Child Safety Lock

Power Door Lock

Automatic Headlamps

Cornering Lights

Turn Indicators On ORVM

Rear Wiper

Rain Sensing Wipers

Headlight Washers

Headlamp Beam Adjuster

Day & Night IRVM

Idle Alert

Security Alarm

SOS emergency call function

Speed Alert

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner

Manual

Heater

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Steering Mounted Audio

Paddle Shift

Cruise Control

Power Outlets 12V

Rear Parking Sensor

Rear Parking Camera

Electrically Adjustable Rear View Mirror

Push Start Stop Button

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Lumbar Support

Front Armrest

Rear Armrest

Upholstery

Ivory Fabric

Premium Fabric

Front Cup Holders

Keyless Entry

Climate Control

Al Voice Command

Auto/manual Vehicle diagnostics Alert

Dual Horn

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) Standard

Rear AC

Remote Door Look / Unlock

Remote Engine Start/Stop

Remote Horn / Light

Remote Smart Pyre Air ON

Side AC Louver

Tailgate Open System

Water Temparature Indicator (Cool/Hot)

Windscreen Wiper

Lights

Light Type

Halogen

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Rear Fog Lamps

Follw me home headlamps

LED High Mount Stop Lamp

Instrumentation & Communication

Distance To Empty

Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator

Seat Belt Warning

Low Fuel Warning

Door Ajar Warning

GPS Navigation

Find My Car

Fuel Level Information

Live Car Tracking

Shark Fin Antenna

Stolen Vehicle Notification

Entertainment

Music System

SKODA Audio Player, 2-DIN

CD/DVD Player

Speakers

2 Speakers

Internal Memory

Radio

USB Support

Bluetooth Support

Reviews

Expert Reviews

Skoda Rapid 1.0-Litre TSI Review

By Ameya Naik
Jun 26, 2020 03:57 PM
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By Siddharth Vinayak Patankar
Aug 12, 2019 11:04 AM
The comprehensive review of the hotly anticipated Kia Seltos the car that also marks the grand debut of the Kia brand in India. The Creta-rival SUV is packed with features, offers multiple... Read More

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By Siddharth Vinayak Patankar 09-Sep-19

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