Kia Carens

Kia Carens

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Kia Carens

The Kia Carens price starts at Rs 10.6 lakh going upto Rs 19.70 lakh for the top model. It rivals the Ertiga and the XL6 from Maruti and comes with petrol and diesel engines. Six- and seven seating options are available. The Carens engine line-up includes a 115hp, 144 Nm, 1.5-litre petrol (with a 6-speed MT); a 160hp, 253 Nm, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (available with 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed DCT gearboxes); and a 115hp, 250 Nm diesel (6-speed MT and 6-speed AT).

Kia Carens specifications
  • Kia Carens Price Price ₹ 12.39 lakh onwards
  • Kia Carens Mileage MileageNA
  • Kia Carens Engine Capacity Engine1497cc
  • Kia Carens Transmission Transmission Manual
  • Kia Carens Fuel type Fuel typePetrol
  • Kia Carens Seating Capacity Seating Capacity 7 Seater
Kia Carens variants and prices

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Kia Carens Quick Review

Kia Carens exterior design The Carens, with its low-set bonnet and large cabin area, has the basic shape of an MPV, though there's an SUV-...

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Pros & Cons of Kia Carens

We Like

  • Feature-rich
  • Spacious, premium cabin

We Don't Like

  • Diesel performance with full load
  • Thirsty petrol engines
Kia Carens Reviews

Published On Mar 30, 2024 04:54:00 PM

Kia Carens 1.5 petrol video review

The Kia Carens is an MPV that offers all the right ingredients for a family car. But the best-selling version is the ...

Published On Mar 12, 2024 08:00:00 AM

Kia Carens 1.5 petrol MT review: Buyer's favourite

The 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol engine is the most popular choice from the Carens range, but is it the right one f...

Published On Jun 23, 2023 01:17:00 PM

Kia Carens turbo-petrol iMT video review

The iMT gearbox with the turbo-petrol engine on Kia Carens is mostly about convenience, and focuses less on performan...

Published On Jun 13, 2023 12:39:00 PM

Kia Carens 1.5 turbo-petrol iMT review: People pleaser

The iMT gearbox in the turbo-petrol engine focuses more on convenience than performance.

Published On Feb 17, 2023 07:05:00 PM

Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens comparison video

The rugged looking Maruti Suzuki XL6 or the suave Kia Carens? We tell you the best six-seater.

Published On Feb 12, 2023 08:00:00 AM

Kia Carens long term review, 7100km report

Final report: The Kia Carens is leaving the ACI fleet and we will remember it for its genuine practicality and ease o...

Published On Feb 06, 2023 08:00:00 AM

Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens comparison: six-seat show...

These two 6-seaters aim to provide a mix of people mover ability along with comfort and luxury. Which does it better?

Published On Aug 27, 2022 09:00:00 AM

Kia Carens long term review, second report

Just what does Kia’s smaller MPV do to set itself apart from the crowd?

Published On Apr 24, 2022 08:00:00 AM

Kia Carens long term review, first report

Kia ups the people-mover ante with its uniquely styled and futuristic Carens. But just how practical and comfortable ...

Kia Carens News

Published On Jan 27, 2025 04:47:00 PM

Kia Seltos accounts for 46.5 percent of brand’s tot...

Kia India sales account for nearly 8 percent of the Korean brand’s global sales in 2024.

Published On Jan 20, 2025 06:33:00 PM

Kia Sonet, Seltos, Carens lose diesel-iMT powertrain

Kia has also rejigged the variant line-up of Sonet, Seltos and Carens for 2025.

Published On Oct 02, 2024 08:00:00 AM

Kia Carens facelift production to start in May 2025

Refreshed Kia Carens will also get an electric powertrain.

Published On Sep 23, 2024 03:10:00 PM

Kia Carens EV spied in India ahead of 2025 launch

Although the all-electric MPV will share its design with the upcoming Carens facelift, it will get unique EV-specific...

Published On Sep 04, 2024 06:44:00 PM

Kia Seltos, Sonet and Carens get new Gravity Edition vari...

Gravity Edition variants make some features from higher trims more accessible.

Published On Jul 22, 2024 12:42:00 PM

Kia Carens facelift India launch by mid 2025

Carens facelift will borrow design cues from the Sonet and Seltos; no mechanical changes expected.

Published On Jun 25, 2024 08:00:00 AM

Every diesel MPV in India under Rs 30 lakh

Kia, Mahindra and Toyota have one model each in this price range.

Published On Jun 10, 2024 06:07:00 PM

Kia Carens facelift to get revamped front styling

Facelifted Carens will borrow styling cues from the refreshed Sonet and Seltos; no mechanical changes expected.

Published On Jun 03, 2024 08:00:00 AM

Kia India car, SUV exports cross 2.5 lakh unit milestone

Kia has exported 1.47 lakh Seltos SUVs, 87,779 Sonet compact SUVs and 17,295 Carens MPVs since August 2019.

Published On May 29, 2024 12:42:00 PM

Kia Carens facelift takes shape ahead of 2025 launch

Carens facelift will get styling tweaks, no mechanical changes expected; Carens EV being readied too.

Published On May 17, 2024 04:57:00 PM

Kia Sonet, Seltos and Carens now available on lease

Depending on the model, monthly charges range between Rs 21,900-28,800.

Published On May 14, 2024 11:50:00 AM

Kia Carens facelift spied testing ahead of 2025 debut

Mid-cycle update for the Carens is likely to get electric powertrain option apart from petrol and diesel engines.

Published On Apr 23, 2024 11:30:00 AM

Kia Carens receives 3-star Global NCAP rating in fresh tests

The Carens was tested twice under the new protocol; MPV scored 0 stars for adult occupancy in first test.

Published On Apr 05, 2024 06:21:00 PM

Kia Carens EV, mass market EV India launch in 18 months

Apart from two mass market EVs, Kia will also bring the EV9 flagship SUV to India.

Published On Apr 02, 2024 01:19:00 PM

Kia Carens diesel MT launched at Rs 12.67 lakh, variants ...

The MPV is now available in as many as 30 variants, with 6 different powertrain options to choose from.

Kia Carens FAQs

Prices for the Kia Carens range between Rs 10.5 lakh – Rs 19.6 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Carens in available in two seating configurations: 7-seats with a regular bench seat for the middle row and a 6-seater version with two individual captain seats for the middle row.

The Carens only gets a single-pane sunroof even on its top-spec trim due to roof-mounted air vents that rule out a larger panoramic unit.

No, the Carens is only available with petrol and diesel engines.

The Kia Carens comes equipped with 6 airbags, providing enhanced safety for all occupants.

Kia Carens is offered with both manual and automatic transmission options, including 7DCT, 6AT, 6MT, and 6iMT.

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