2024 Kia Seltos vs 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB Comparison

    Kia Seltos

    Mercedes-Benz EQB

    2024 Kia
    Seltos
    vs
    2022 Mercedes-Benz
    EQB
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
    0.0
    7.8
    7.5
    0.0
    Based on the Kia Seltos S (FWD)
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L
    345 to 370 km
    NA
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    3 year - 5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $29,850 - $45,270
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    CarExpert's Take

    Josh Nevett
    Marketplace Journalist
    Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Drives sweetly
    • Big and practical boot
    • Front and rear USB connectivity
    Misses
    • Interior is built to a price
    • Still no adaptive cruise control
    • Intrusive safety tech
    James Wong
    Marketplace Editor
    James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Added punch, grip of dual-motor drivetrain...
    • ... while remaining comfortable and refined
    • Retains the GLB's spacious cabin
    Misses
    • No seven-seat option in this spec
    • Real-world driving range isn't enough
    • Very pricey, off the pace in several metrics

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Premium Paint (+$520)
    • AMG Leather - Black (+$1,700)
    • Interior Wood Trim (+$300)
    • Interior Wood Trim - Alternate Pricing (+$300)
    • Magno Paint (+$3,300)
    • Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Gen 1.5 - Type 2 AC (+$1,709)

    Colours Available

    Seven colours are offered across the line-up, including a new Pluton Blue finish. The outgoing models’ Starlight Yellow has been dropped, while Clear White and Pluton Blue are available with a contrast Fusion Black roof exclusively on the Seltos GT-Line.

    The other single colours include Neptune blue, Mars orange, Steel grey, Gravity grey, Cherry black and Snow White pearl.

    • Mars Orange
    • Pluton Blue*
    • Snow White Pearl*
    • Steel Grey*
    • Gravity Grey*
    • Fusion Black*
    • Neptune Blue*
    • Pluton Blue & Fusion Black roof^
    • Clear White & Fusion Black roof^

    Specs

    Type
    MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJELECTRIC
    Size (cc)
    1598 - 1999-
    Size (L)
    2.0L, 1.6L0.0
    Induction
    INLINE 4, TURBO 4NOT APPLICABLE
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMNOT APPLICABLE
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16-
    Power
    110kW - 146kW140kW - 215kW
    Power RPM
    6000 - 6200-
    Torque
    180Nm - 265Nm385Nm - 520Nm
    Torque RPM
    1600 - 4500-
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10 - 12.5-

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