Kia Seltos vs Mahindra Scorpio Classic (2026)
Kia Seltos (₹11.00 Lakh – ₹21.82 Lakh) and Mahindra Scorpio Classic (₹13.37 Lakh – ₹17.40 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.37 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio Classic.
- The Kia Seltos is the more powerful car, with 158 bhp against 132 bhp.
- The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 15 kmpl.
- Only the Kia Seltos has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
Specification Comparison
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Kia Seltos in short
The second-generation Seltos arrived in July 2026 as Kia India's most consequential launch of the year: bolder styling, dual 12.3-inch displays, up to Level 2+ ADAS with a built-in dashcam on the new GTX(O)/X-Line(O) trims, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating whose 31.70/32 adult score is the highest yet for an ICE car. The three familiar engines carry over — 115bhp petrol, 158bhp turbo-petrol, 116bhp diesel — across a restructured 12-trim walk. It renews its rivalry with the Hyundai Creta, and now also the Renault Duster and Nissan Tekton.
Full Seltos prices & variants →Mahindra Scorpio Classic in short
The Scorpio Classic keeps the original Scorpio's muscular ladder-frame formula alive alongside the newer Scorpio-N, with a lighter 2.2 mHawk diesel and mild styling updates. It remains a favourite in semi-urban India for its commanding stance, seven seats and proven toughness. It effectively rivals the Bolero Neo above and entry variants of the Scorpio-N itself.
Full Scorpio Classic prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Seltos or Scorpio Classic?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.37 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio Classic. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Seltos vs Scorpio Classic — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Kia Seltos — 5 stars; Mahindra Scorpio Classic — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Seltos or the Scorpio Classic?
The Kia Seltos is more affordable — it starts ₹2.37 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio Classic. The Kia Seltos is the more powerful car, with 158 bhp against 132 bhp. The Kia Seltos is more efficient on paper — up to 2026 kmpl vs 15 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.