If you are looking to buy a premium sub-4m SUV in a budget of Rs 15 lakh, then Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 3XO can be two great options for you. Both the cars are known for their features and performance. But the question is, which of these two cars is right for you? So let’s compare Kia Seltos HTX Diesel AT and Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7 Diesel AMT and find out which SUV suits your needs better.

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Price

Talking about the price of both, the Kia Seltos HTX Diesel AT is priced at Rs 14.30 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7 Diesel AMT is priced at Rs 14.49 lakh. That is, Seltos is Rs 19,000 cheaper than XUV 3XO. If price is your priority, then Kia Seltos can be a better option.

Performance

Now talking about the engine, both the cars are equipped with a 1.5-liter diesel engine, but the XUV 3XO’s engine produces 300 Nm of torque, which is more than the Seltos’ 250 Nm. However, the Seltos has a 6-speed automatic transmission (AT), which is smoother and more refined than the XUV 3XO’s 6-speed AMT.

Features

Both the Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 3XO are equipped with premium features. The Seltos has features like flush-type door handles, ventilated front seats, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen, which make it more luxurious than the XUV 3XO. At the same time, the XUV 3XO has features like 17-inch alloy wheels, fully digital driver display, and dual-zone auto AC, which are not available in the Seltos.

Saftey Features

Now talking about the safety features of both, both the cars are equipped with safety features like 6 airbags, rearview camera, and front and rear parking sensors. However, Seltos has all-4 disc brakes, which are not available in XUV 3XO.

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If you want more space, premium features and affordable price, then Kia Seltos HTX Diesel AT is a better option for you. On the other hand, if you want more torque and some extra features like dual-zone AC and fully digital driver display, then Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7 Diesel AMT can be your choice.