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Kia Carens vs Maruti Suzuki S-Cross

In 2024 when choosing between the Kia Carens and Maruti Suzuki S-Cross, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 8.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR, Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Price starts at Rs. 8.39 Lakhs (last recorded price) for Sigma. Carens: 1482 cc engine, 17.9 to 21 kmpl mileage. S-Cross: 1462 cc engine, 18.55 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Carens vs S-Cross Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Carens S-cross
BrandKiaMaruti Suzuki
Price₹ 8.99 Lakhs₹ 8.39 Lakhs
Mileage17.9 to 21 kmpl18.55 kmpl
Engine Capacity1482 cc1462 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Automatic (Torque Converter) - 4 Gears, Manual Override, Manual - 5 Gears
Cylinders44

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Kia Carens
Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR
₹8.99 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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S-Cross
Maruti Suzuki S-Cross
Sigma
₹8.39 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Engine
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1462 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.4TK15B Smart Hybrid
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
113 bhp @ 6300 rpm103 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm138 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Mileage (ARAI)
16.5 kmpl18.55
Driving Range
743 Km890.4
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard
BS 6BS 6
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil SpringTorsion Beam with coil spring
Front Brake Type
DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
DiscDisc
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15215 / 60 R16
Width
1800 mm1785
Length
4540 mm4300
Height
1708 mm1595
Wheelbase
2780 mm2600
Ground Clearance
195 mm180
Seating Capacity
7 Person5
No of Seating Rows
3 Rows2
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres48
Doors
5 Doors5
Features
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars-
Heater
YesYes
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Parking Assist
NoNo
Parking Sensors
NoRear
Cruise Control
NoNo
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
12V Power Outlets
Yes2
Instrument Cluster
AnalogueAnalogue - Digital
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Average Speed
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Clock
AnalogueDigital
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Shift Indicator
DynamicNo
Tachometer
AnalogueAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹12,22,326₹9,57,868
Ex-Showroom Price
₹10,51,900₹8,39,000
RTO
₹1,17,190₹70,750
Insurance
₹52,736₹38,651
Accessories Charges
₹0₹8,967
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹26,272₹20,588
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Punchy engineSmooth transmissionLoaded with features
Cons
Not a great handlerFuel economy is not great

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