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Mitsubishi Grandis vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Grandis or Kia Seltos?

Mitsubishi Grandis vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Mitsubishi Grandis

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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Kia Seltos

  • slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Grandis

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Grandis is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Grandis uses 4.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Seltos

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Seltos offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Seltos is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 265 Nm.

Grandis

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is somewhat lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 156 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers marginally more boot space – 576 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Grandis is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Grandis

Mitsubishi Grandis

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Mitsubishi Grandis
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Kia Seltos

The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Mitsubishi Grandis
Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 35,300 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 138 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,525 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 459 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Kia
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