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Last Updated on: 25 Feb 2026
Kia Carens
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โน12.80 - โน15.17 Lakh
On road price, Delhi
Delhi
Startingโน18,502 /month
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Kia Carens Features and specifications
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Rear camera
Hill descent control
Steering mounted controls
Driver height adjustable seat
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We like
Feature-rich
Spacious, premium cabin
We don't like
Diesel performance with full load
Thirsty petrol engines
Exterior Design And Engineering
7.0
Interior Space And Comfort
9.0
Performance And Refinement
8.0
Mileage / Range And Efficiency
8.0
Ride Comfort And Handling
8.0
Features And Safety
9.0
Value For Money
8.0
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Transmission
Manual
Engine
1493 cc - 1497 cc
Fuel type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manual, Torque Converter Auto
Engine
1462 cc
Fuel type
CNG, Petrol
Mileage
20.3 kmpl - 26.11 km/kg
Transmission
Manual, Torque Converter Auto
Engine
1462 cc
Fuel type
CNG, Petrol
Mileage
20.27 kmpl - 20.97 kmpl
Transmission
Torque Converter Auto, Manual, Dual-Clutch Auto
Engine
1482 cc - 1493 cc
Fuel type
Diesel, Petrol
Mileage
17.5 kmpl - 20.4 kmpl
Transmission
Manual
Engine
2393 cc
Fuel type
Diesel
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Kia Dealers in Delhi
Planning to buy Carens? Here are a few dealers in Delhi
Allied Kia - Karol Bagh
65/9 New Rohtak Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi 110005
4.8
7949290423
Allied Kia Cp
Connaught Place, No.5, Scindia house, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7949290423
Automotive Kia - Dwaraka
Plot No 26, Service Center Sector 20 Part II, Dwaraka, South West Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi 110075
4.9
7943442216
Automotive Kia - kakrola village
Khasra No 15/19,20 & 16/16 at kakrola village, Adabi Known as Chander vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110078
9873807473
Automotive Kia - kakrola village
Khasra No 15/19,20 & 16/16 at kakrola village, Adabi Known as Chander vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110078
9873807473
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Kia Carens FAQs
Carens has been partially replaced by Carens Clavis which has more variants features and engine, gearbox options.
The Kia Carens automatic gearbox variants are no longer on sale.
No, the Carens does not offer a sunroof in any variant currently.
Yes, the Carens can be purchased with a dealer-level CNG kit.
The Kia Carens comes equipped with 6 airbags, providing enhanced safety for all occupants.
The Kia Carens is manufactured in India.
The Carens rivals the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Rumion.
The Kia Carens colour options are Imperial Blue, Intense Red, Aurora Black Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, Glacier White Pearl, Clear White, Matte Graphite, and Pewter Olive.
There are currently 9 Kia Carens variants on sale in India. The Kia Carens cheapest variant price starts from Rs 11 lakh.
The Kia Carens has a 195mm ground clearance.
The Carens diesel engine mileage is 21.30kpl.
The Carens fuel tank capacity is 45 litres.
The Kia Carens delivers 18.60kpl to 21.30kpl as per ARAI testing.
The Kia Carens is sold as a 7 seater only.
The Kia Carens boot space is 216 litres with all three rows up.
The Kia Carens ground clearance is 195mm.
The Kia Carens safety rating is 3 stars as per Global NCAP testing.
The Kia Carens dimensions are 4,540mm length, 1,800mm width, 1,708mm height, and 2,780mm wheelbase.
Yes, the Kia Carens petrol can be paired with a dealer-level fit CNG kit for an additional Rs 77,900
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Trending Questions on Kia Carens - Answered by Autocar Experts
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Asked by: Raoon Feb 10, 2026
I am looking for a 7-seater with a budget of around โน12+ lakhs. Occasional highway driving with limited city use. Not looking for the Maruti Ertiga.
Given your requirements, you should consider the Kia Carens. It is a practical, spacious and comfortable 7-seater MPV that comes reasonably equipped as well.
The Carens can be had with either a 115hp, 1.5-litre petrol or a 116hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine. Since your usage isn't going to be high, go for the Kia Carens Premium (O) Petrol MT, which is priced at Rs 12.80 lakh (on-road, Delhi).
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Asked by: vikas bhaskaron Feb 8, 2026
Please suggest a 7-seater car within a budget of โน16 lakh for a monthly running of 1,000 to 1,500 km.
You should consider the Kia Carens diesel. Since your running will be high, it makes sense to opt for the 116hp, 1.5-litre diesel paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Carens also has a spacious cabin for 7 people, and it comes with features such as an 8-inch touchscreen, a rear camera, TPMS, 6 airbags and more.
The Kia Carens diesel Premium (O) variant is available in a single variant priced at Rs 15.17 lakh (on-road, Delhi).
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Asked by: Allwyn Lon Feb 8, 2026
Iโm looking to buy a new car within a budget of a maximum of โน12-13 lakh. My daily commute to the office is approximately 20km, and sometimes I use my motorcycle as well. So, I usually commute by car about three days a week. Please suggest a car suitable for daily city use and occasional long drives of around 1,500km (to Goa), maybe 3-4 times a year. I need ample luggage space, good suspension, comfortable rear seats for elderly parents, and an efficient, reliable car with relaxed and worry-free ownership. I am considering the Kia Carens Clavis, Ertiga, or anything else that meets my needs. Please suggest an automatic, but not the AMT offered by Maruti.
Considering all your requirements, we would recommend the Maruti Suzuki XL6, which is essentially a more premium version of the Ertiga. The XL6 will offer captain seats at the rear, which your parents would find more comfortable than the bench setup in the Ertiga. It also has a more premium look and feel inside.
The ride is also comfortable, and the 1.5-litre petrol engine is efficient and paired to a torque converter gearbox which is far smoother than an AMT. The XL6 does not feel lively and peppy, and its setup is more for calm and relaxed driving, but it meets your requirements for good luggage space and worry-free ownership.
At you budget, you would get a mid-spec variant which would be equipped with all of the essentials like a touchscreen music system and automatic climate control. We would rule out the Kia Carens as it is only available with a manual option and in a lower trim. Its replacement, the Carnes Clavis, offers the automatic option; however, prices start at Rs 16 lakh.
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Asked by: Ajinkya Manoj Sonaron Jan 26, 2026
Hi Team, I am planning to buy a 7-seater car with all the basic required features, great mileage, and easy maintenance. I am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Petrol Smart Hybrid Manual and the Kia Carens Premium Optional Diesel Manual. Please advise which one I should pick.
The Kia Carens is a better pick between the two options you are considering. The Carens is a more modern and more spacious MPV compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. It also has a more powerful and efficient 116hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine option.
The Kia Carens Premium (O) diesel comes with all necessary features like 6 airbags, TPMS, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a height-adjustable driver's seat and more. The Kia Carens Premium (O) diesel manual is priced at Rs 12.77 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
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Asked by: Balajion Jan 20, 2026
Hi, I am looking to buy a new car. I already own a Kia Carens Turbo petrol manual and have clocked 30,000 km in three years without any issues. I want to buy another new car, preferably a compact SUV, to drive in Bangalore. I really like the new Seltos, and Iโm confused between the 1.5 NA iVT and the 1.5 Turbo IMT. Iโm a bit sceptical about the IMT since it was discontinued by Hyundai. My purchase decision will be based on long-term ownership. Kindly provide your thoughts on the same.
Since you already own a turbo-petrol Kia Carens, chances are that you might find the 1.5 NA Petrol's performance a touch lacklustre in comparison. However, since you are looking for a city car, the Seltos Petrol IVT will do the job just fine. This combination is smooth and refined, and the automatic is seamless in its operation. It is an ideal combination for the city, and one we can easily recommend.
The iMT, on the other hand, is paired to the turbo-petrol, and even though there is no clutch pedal, you still have to row through the gears manually. And while the gearshift action is smooth and effort-free, you don't get the absolute convenience of full automatic. So for an effort-free drive, go for the 1.5 Petrol IVT version instead.
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Asked by: Maharshi Dwivedion Jan 15, 2026
Hello, I am looking for 7 seater car for my family which is good on mileage and drive comfort. I am looking for new car for my senior citizen parents and children below 10 years. My budget is around 15 lakh. Pls suggest good option
Considering your requirements, you should take a closer look at the Kia Carens petrol manual. The Carens has a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to 7 people with ease, and it has a comfortable ride quality.
The Carens petrol is powered by a 115hp, 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that's paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Kia Carens mileage for the petrol-manual variant is 15.70kpl (claimed).
In terms of features, it comes with an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, a rear parking camera, 6 airbags and more. The Kia Carens Premium (O) petrol MT costs around Rs 13 lakh on-road.
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Asked by: Mohammad Ali Misbahon Jan 5, 2026
Currently, I own a Celerio and am planning to buy an MPV. Iโve shortlisted the XL6, Kia Carens, and Hyundai Alcazar. Please suggest which one is best in terms of mileage and performance. Iโll mostly drive in the city, with 3-4 long rides per year of up to 1,200 km.
The Maruti Suzuki XL6 would best suit your requirements of mileage and performance. Against the others in your shortlist, the 1.5 litre petrol engine in the XL6 offers decent performance and refinement, but a noticeably better fuel efficiency. The engine has a mild-hybrid setup and, in our standard test cycle, returned a figure of 9.2kpl in the city and 17.0kpl on the highway.
We assume, of course, you are comparing petrol versions across the three MPVs in your shortlist, given that the XL6 comes with only a petrol engine. If not, the Kia Carens and Hyundai Alcazar also have diesel engines, and these versions would be more fuel efficient than the petrol XL6.
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