Source type: Geely South Africa official model page and applicable brochure/launch material
Geely E5 EM-i vs KIA Seltos
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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KIA Seltos
1.5D EX+ Auto
Diesel
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 599,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 85 kW
🔧 260 Nm
⛽ 19.2 km/l
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Decision summary
Geely E5 EM-i vs KIA Seltos: the short answer
E5 EM-i and Seltos are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Seltos starts ZAR 210,004 cheaper
E5 EM-i from ZAR 599,999 · Seltos from ZAR 389,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E5 EM-i73 kW | Seltos85 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | E5 EM-i125 Nm | Seltos260 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | E5 EM-i1499 cc | Seltos1493 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E5 EM-iNot Officially Disclosed | Seltos19.2 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E5 EM-i172 mm | Seltos190 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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E5 EM-i
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Seltos
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
E5 EM-i
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Seltos
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2020 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | First generation (SP2); SA launch 2020; 2023 facelift model current |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | 2023 facelift with revised front and rear styling, updated ADAS suite and interior upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Steel Grey, Gravity Blue, Intense Red, Pewter Olive, Glacier White Pearl (dual-tone on GT-Line) |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1430 kg |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Width | 1905 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1685 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2755 mm | 2610 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 172 mm | 190 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 l | 50 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 528 l | 433 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1770 kg | 1430 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1920 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 456 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1100 kg |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 rows |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.6 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 950 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 860 mm |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L Naturally Aspirated Petrol + 160 kW Electric Drive | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | D4FE |
| Fuel Type | Plug-in Hybrid | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Plug-in Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 16.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 75 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 84.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 73 kW | 85 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.1 sec | 10.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Pure, Hybrid, Power | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 59.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 181.8 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 18.4 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | LFP | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 105 km (NEDC) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 6.6 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 30 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | 3 h | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 20 min (30-80%) | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 3.63 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Dry Dual Clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DCT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.1:1 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 19.2 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 22.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 l | 50 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 19.2 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 51 | 50 |
| Combined Driving Range | 943 km | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 8-Way Power |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1380 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1330 mm |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Manual |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster (GT-Line), heads-up display (GT-Line), panoramic sunroof (GT-Line Plus), 360-degree AVM (GT-Line), Bose audio (GT-Line), ventilated front seats (GT-Line) |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1385 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic power sunroof with power sunshade | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.2 |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.34 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1385 l |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Seat Type | - | Leather Seats |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic power sunroof with power sunshade | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.5 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 16 | 8 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 235/50 R18 |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Sub Frame | - | Unibody |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | - | seltos |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1385 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.4-inch HD Flyme touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 8 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25 |
| Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25 |
| Infotainment Display | - | 10.25 |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 8 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Snowy White, Frost Grey, Jade Green, Basil Green, Mica Blue, Obsidian Black | Multiple |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 840 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 920 mm |
| Body Type | - | Compact SUV |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| DRL | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 7 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 25 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 17 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 190 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 190 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 235/50 R18 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 235/50 R18 |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Electronic |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 260 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch alloy wheels | 235/50 R18 |
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 103 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheels | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/50 R18 |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Unibody |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Unibody |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 136 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 143 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 4 |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 136 |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 6 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 6 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 6 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R3,500 per service |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 679999 ZAR | 599995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 679999 | 599995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 679999 | 599995 |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | E5 EM-i | Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 13.3 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 17.2 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 20.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 23.3 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This E5 EM-i and Seltos comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: E5 EM-i 39 vs Seltos 45.
Efficiency index: E5 EM-i 79 vs Seltos 73.
Safety-equipment index: E5 EM-i 91 vs Seltos 93.
Practicality index: E5 EM-i 71 vs Seltos 60.
Ownership-cover index: E5 EM-i not separately scored vs Seltos 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
E5 EM-i leads by 1 points
E5 EM-i and Seltos are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
1
points
Data
55%
source coverage
69
#1
Evidence leader
E5 EM-i
55% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 91
Check
Performance 39
Performance
39
Efficiency
79
Safety
91
Practicality
71
Leads by 1 points
68
#2
Seltos
99% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 93
Check
Performance 45
Performance
45
Efficiency
73
Safety
93
Practicality
60
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Seltos +6
Efficiency
E5 EM-i +6
Safety
Seltos +2
Practicality
E5 EM-i +11
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
E5 EM-i
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
79/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
71/100
Seltos
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Geely E5 EM-i
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 68 pts for Seltos
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, E5 EM-i leads. However, Seltos may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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E5 EM-i vs Seltos questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.