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Mahindra Thar Roxx vs KIA Seltos

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra Thar Roxx or KIA Seltos? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Thar Roxx and Seltos. Mahindra Thar Roxx Price starts at Rs.12.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MX1 Petrol 2WD and KIA Seltos Price starts at Rs.10.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE G1.5L Smartstream Petrol 6-Speed MT. Mahindra Thar Roxx is 4 cylinder, 1997 cc Engine can generate 150 bhp @ 3750 r/min power whereas KIA Seltos is a 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Thar Roxx provides a mileage of N/A kmpl (base model), and Seltos has a mileage of 17 kmpl (base model).

Thar Roxx vs Seltos

Key HighlightsMahindra Thar RoxxKIA Seltos
PriceRs.12.99 LakhRs.10.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity1997 cc1497 cc
Power150 bhp @ 3750 r/min113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A kmpl17 kmpl
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Mahindra Thar Roxx MX1 Petrol 2WD car
MX1 Petrol 2WD
Rs. 12.99 Lakh
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KIA Seltos HTE G1.5L Smartstream Petrol 6-Speed MT car
HTE G1.5L Smartstream Petrol 6-Speed MT
Rs. 10.90 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
15.05 Lakh
Price Breakup
12.63 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.2
Boot Space (Litres)
644 Litres
433 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1997 cc
1497 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
150 bhp @ 3750 r/min
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Colors
Images
Thar Roxx Images
Thar Roxx Images
Thar Roxx Images
Seltos Images
Seltos Images
Seltos Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
-
Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof
Sunroof
Power Windows
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Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs
-
Internally Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
-
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
-
Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight
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Projector headlight
-
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Coil Spring With WATT's Linkage with FDD
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Disc
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
R18
Steel
Front Tyre Size
255/65 R18
205 / 65 R16
Rear Tyre Size
255/65 R18
205 / 65 R16
Turning Radius
-
5.3 meters
Tyre Size Spare
255/65 R18
205 / 65 R16
Wheels Size
R18
R16

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
-
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
-
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Fuel level guage
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Digital
Gear Indicator
-
check
Shift Indicator
-
check
Tachometer
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Analogue
Speedometer
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Analogue
Odometer
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Digital
Avg fuel economy display
-
check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Digital
Multifunction Display
check
check
Touchscreen Size
10.25 inch
8 Inch
Bluetooth Compatibility
-
Integrated Music System
check
check
Speakers
4
4
AM/FM Radio
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check
USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
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3 Years / Unlimited KMS
Extended Warranty
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5 Years or unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1997 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol
G1.5 MPi
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
-
4
Cylinder Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
-
6 Gears
Power
150 bhp @ 3750 r/min
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
330 nm @ 1500-3000 r/min
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
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17 kmpl
Top Speed
-
167 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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check
Rear AC Vents
check
Vents Behind Front Armrest
Automatic climate control
-
Heater
-
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Co-Driver Only
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
check
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
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check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
3
Keyless Entry
-
Electronic Parking Brake
-

Safety

NCAP Rating
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3 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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check
Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4428 mm
4365 mm
Width
1870 mm
1800 mm
Height
1923 mm
1620 mm
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2610 mm
Ground Clearance
-
190 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
57 Litres
50 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
4.8 Litres
Boot Space
644 Litres
433 Litres
Kerb Weight
-
1222 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • More practical and comfortable as compared to the 3-Door Thar, offers good passenger & boot space
  • Desirable looks, with the new design elements and colour options it has become more desirable
  • Improved ride quality with mechanical updates and a new electric power steering
  • A good number of features are on offer such as a panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless connectivity, an electric parking brake, a Harmon/Kardon system, and more
  • Top-notch safety with level 2 ADAS features, 360-degree camera, hill-descent, ESP, ABS with EBD, and 6 airbags as standard
  • Improved 4X4 setup for tackling every terrain
  • Offers good comfort with new seats and enhanced ergonomics
  • ADAS available from the mid-spec variant
  • Smooth 6-speed AT gearbox offers a decent driving experience
  • 447 litres of boot space is good for family trips
  • It offers an appealing design with aggressive front profile and offers segment best dimensions with enough legroom at the rear
  • One of the most feature rich SUV in the segment with some segment first features such as dual-zone climate control, BOSE sound system, electrically-adjustable driver seat, dual 10.25-inch screens, and more
  • Dual-pane panoramic sunroof is available from HTK+ variant
  • It is available with three engine options a NA petrol, a turbocharged petrol and a diesel
  • The interior quality, fit and finish of material makes the cabin more premium
  • Good number of available interior colour options
  • The suspension with 17-inch tyres is soft but not bouncy
  • Fun to drive turbo petrol engine with 160PS of power
  • The DCT and CVT gearbox options are smooth and easy to drive
  • Loaded with good number of safety features such as ADAS Level 2, 6-airbags, TPMS and more
Cons
  • The base variant lacks features
  • Offers significant body roll and SUVs like the Scorpio N and XUV 700 offer better ride quality
  • White interior in the top-variants is prone to get dirty easily
  • The petrol engine option is thirsty and does not offer good efficiency
  • 4X4 drivetrain is available with a diesel engine only
  • Misses on some features like keyless entry and some more
  • The base variants misses on features such as LED DRL, telescopic steering, keyless entry and some more
  • The higher variants with 10.25-inch touchscreen misses on wireless connectivity
  • The mid-variants lacks some features such as LED headlamp, electrically adjustable ORVMs and more
  • No automatic transmission in first three variants i.e. HTE, HTK, & HTK+
  • The top-spec GTX+ variant goes over Rs 20 lakh on-road price tag
  • The variants with 18-inch tyres have a stiffer suspension as compared to the one with 17-inch wheels
  • The rivals offer more value for money
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra Thar Roxx and KIA Seltos

Safety

Thar Roxx comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock. Seltos has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

Thar Roxx has doors and seats. It is an with 644 Litres boot space, 57 Litres fuel tank capacity. It is 1870 mm wide, 1923 mm high and 4428 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2850 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Seltos is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 433 Litres boot space, 190 mm ground clearance.It has 1620 mm height, 4365 mm length, 1800 mm width, and 1222 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mahindra Thar Roxx comes with RWD and Manual transmission. And Seltos comes with AWD and 6 Gears Manual transmission.

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Mahindra Thar Roxx and KIA Seltos Owner Reviews

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      Nikhil
      28 Days ago
      5.0
      best car start under 13 lakhs A superb luxury car that is comfortable is the best car. Featured car also feature sunroof and all is best in budget car
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      Utk
      30 Days ago
      4.0
      The best car for hilly areas. As I am also from hilly areas, I feel it's the best car I could ask for and would suggest you too should go for it.
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      Murali
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Very good car worth for money recommended to all to buy this amazing car. Very good looking and comfortable drive for Indian road conditions hats off to Mahindra team
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    • 1 Month ago
      4.4
      Mahindra Thar Roxx has dual tone alloy wheels which makes it more attractive on road. Also the most attractive feature I liked is its Rectangular LED Tail lights.
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    • 1 Month ago
      4.4
      I liked the front ventilation system of front seats. They are perfect for according to Indian weather and is very useful on long journeys as it provides cool air in hot days. Also the rear seats are easier to access.
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