Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Mahindra Scorpio N - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Mahindra Scorpio N Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Seltos 2023-2025 and Mahindra Scorpio N Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The discontinued Kia Seltos 2023-2025 was previously offered in 45 variants. It came with a Petrol and Diesel engine option paired with a manual or automatic setup based on the chosen trim. When it was last on sale, prices started at ₹10.90 Lakh for the lower variants and went up to ₹19.79 Lakh for the fully equipped version. The Mahindra Scorpio N comes in 43 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹13.49 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Z2 E, costs ₹13.49 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Z8L Diesel 4x4 AT, is priced at ₹24.95 Lakh.

Specification	Kia Seltos 2023-2025	Mahindra Scorpio N
Price	₹10.90 Lakh	₹13.49 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol	1997 cc mStallion (TGDi) Petrol
Mileage	17 kmpl	12.17 kmpl
Transmission	6-Speed	6-Speed

Price

₹10.90 Lakh

₹13.49 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc SmartStream G1.5 Petrol

1997 cc mStallion (TGDi) Petrol

Mileage

17 kmpl

12.17 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed

Kia Seltos 2023-2025

₹ 10.90 Lakh

HTE

Mahindra Scorpio N

₹ 13.49 Lakh

Z2 E

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113.42bhp@6300rpm

200bhp@5000rpm

Max Torque

144Nm@4500rpm

370Nm@1750-3000rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

1997 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

2WD

RWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 Litres

57 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

17 kmpl

12.17 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Height

1645 mm

1857 mm

Length

4365 mm

4662 mm

Wheelbase

2610 mm

2750 mm

Width

1800 mm

1917 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

433 Litres

460 Litres

Seating Capacity

6, 7

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

205/65 R16

245/65 R17

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Wheel Size

16 Inch

17 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Multi-link, Solid Axle

Steering Column

Tilt

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Not Available

Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available

Interior Features

Additional Features

Front Map Lamp,Silver Painted Door Handles,High Mount Stop Lamp,Silver Dashboard Garnish

Digital Cluster

Semi

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Not Available

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch Inch

4.19 inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Halogen Headlamps

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Fog Lamps

Not Available

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,71,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹82,832

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,17,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,312/month

Mahindra Scorpio N - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹10,79,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹1,02,524

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,69,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹22,665/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Very rich feature set with premium materials even in the base models
Turbo petrol engine makes 160 hp!! And has a DCT option

Things We Like in Mahindra Scorpio N

Solid commanding road presence with good driver position visibility
Handles well despite a ladder frame chassis

Things We Don't Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

No safety rating
Laggy 360 degree camera

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra Scorpio N

Third-row seating area feels cramped for adults.
Boot space is very disappointing.

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Kia Seltos 2023-2025

HTE

₹10.90 Lakh

Mahindra Scorpio N

Z2 E

₹13.49 Lakh

Kia Seltos 2023-2025

₹10.90 Lakh

HTE

Mahindra Scorpio N

₹13.49 Lakh

Z2 E

Kia Seltos 2023-2025 vs Mahindra Scorpio N - Which One Should You Buy

Engine and Performance

Performance Specifications

Fuel Specifications

Dimensions and Design

Interior Specifications

Wheels & Tires

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Safety Features

Interior Features

Comfort & Convenience

Infotainment Features

Exterior Features

Brochure

EMI Cost Comparison

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Things We Like in Mahindra Scorpio N

Things We Don't Like in Kia Seltos 2023-2025

Things We Don't Like in Mahindra Scorpio N

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