BMW X1vsKia Seltos

Detailed side-by-side comparison of BMW X1 and Kia Seltos including price, specifications, mileage, safety features and more.

Quick Verdict

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More Affordable
Kia Seltos
More Powerful
BMW X1
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More Boot Space
BMW X1
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More Airbags
BMW X1
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More Variants
Kia Seltos

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — Specifications

BMW X1
Specification
Kia Seltos
Price & Overview
₹50.60 Lakh - ₹52.20 LakhPrice (Ex-Showroom)₹10.99 Lakh - ₹19.99 Lakh
SUVBody TypeSUV
5 SeatsSeating5 Seats
Petrol, DieselFuel TypesPetrol, Diesel
AutomaticTransmissionManual, Automatic
2Variants40
Engine & Performance
1995 ccEngine1493 cc
148 bhpMax Power114 bhp
360 NmMax Torque250 Nm
20.37 kmplMileage (ARAI)-
219 kmphTop Speed150 kmph
51 LFuel Tank47 L
FWDDrive Type2WD
Dimensions
4429 mmLength4460 mm
1845 mmWidth1830 mm
1598 mmHeight1635 mm
2679 mmWheelbase2690 mm
183 mmGround Clearance-
476 LBoot Space447 L
Safety
10Airbags6
-NCAP Rating-

Variant-wise Comparison

The BMW X1 is available in 2 variants (₹50.60 Lakh — ₹52.20 Lakh), while the Kia Seltos has 40 variants (₹10.99 Lakh — ₹19.99 Lakh). Select specific variants below to compare detailed specifications, features and pricing.

X1 sDrive18i M Sport
Spec
Seltos HTE
₹50.60 LakhEx-Showroom₹10.99 Lakh
-Price Difference₹39.61 Lakh cheaper
On-Road Prices
₹59.71 LakhBangalore₹12.97 Lakh
₹58.70 LakhChennai₹12.75 Lakh
₹56.67 LakhDelhi₹12.31 Lakh
₹57.68 LakhHyderabad₹12.53 Lakh
₹58.19 LakhMumbai₹12.64 Lakh

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BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — FAQ

Which is better, BMW X1 or Kia Seltos?

Both the BMW X1 and Kia Seltos are strong choices in the SUV segment. The BMW X1 is priced from ₹50.60 Lakh while the Kia Seltos starts at ₹10.99 Lakh. The Kia Seltos is the more affordable option. Compare the detailed specifications above to decide which suits your needs best.

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — which is cheaper?

The Kia Seltos is cheaper, starting at ₹10.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). The price difference between the base variants is approximately ₹39.61 Lakh.

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — which has better mileage?

The BMW X1 offers 20.37 kmpl while the Kia Seltos offers N/A kmpl (ARAI certified). Both offer similar fuel efficiency.

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — which is more powerful?

The BMW X1 produces 148 bhp of maximum power, while the Kia Seltos produces 114 bhp. The BMW X1 is the more powerful car.

Which car is safer, BMW X1 or Kia Seltos?

The BMW X1 comes with 10 airbags, while the Kia Seltos has 6 airbags. The BMW X1 offers more airbags.

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — which has more boot space?

The BMW X1 offers 476 litres of boot space, while the Kia Seltos offers 447 litres. The BMW X1 has the larger boot.

How many variants are available for BMW X1 and Kia Seltos?

The BMW X1 is available in 2 variants, while the Kia Seltos comes in 40 variants. Both are available in Petrol, Diesel and Petrol, Diesel fuel options respectively.

BMW X1 vs Kia Seltos — dimensions comparison?

The BMW X1 measures 4429 mm (L) x 1845 mm (W) x 1598 mm (H) with a 2679 mm wheelbase. The Kia Seltos measures 4460 mm (L) x 1830 mm (W) x 1635 mm (H) with a 2690 mm wheelbase.

Can I compare specific variants of BMW X1 and Kia Seltos?

Yes! Use the variant selector above to compare any specific variant of BMW X1 (2 variants) with any variant of Kia Seltos (40 variants). The comparison covers price, engine, mileage, comfort features, safety equipment, infotainment and more.

Which is the best value variant — BMW X1 or Kia Seltos?

The base variant of BMW X1 (sDrive18i M Sport) starts at ₹50.60 Lakh, while the Kia Seltos base variant (HTE) starts at ₹10.99 Lakh. Use the variant-wise comparison tool above to compare features at each price point.

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