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Kia Carens vs MG Hector

In 2025 when choosing between the Kia Carens and MG Hector, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 10.52 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR, MG Hector Price starts at Rs. 14 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Style 1.5 Turbo MT. Carens: 1482 cc engine, 17.9 to 21 kmpl mileage. Hector: 1451 cc engine, 12.34 to 15.58 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Carens vs Hector Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Carens Hector
BrandKiaMG
Price₹ 10.52 Lakhs₹ 14 Lakhs
Mileage17.9 to 21 kmpl12.34 to 15.58 kmpl
Engine Capacity1482 cc1451 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders44

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Kia Carens
Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR
₹10.52 Lakhs*
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Hector
MG Hector
Style 1.5 Turbo MT
₹14.00 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.51.5 Turbocharged Intercooled Petrol
Others
Idle Start/Stop-
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
10.42 seconds-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm250 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
113 bhp @ 6300 rpm141 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6
Engine
1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC1451 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DiscDisc
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15215 / 60 R17
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil SpringBeam Assemble + Coil Spring
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringMacpherson Strut + Coil Springs
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15215 / 60 R17
Ground Clearance
195 mm-
Length
4540 mm4699 mm
Wheelbase
2780 mm1760 mm
Height
1708 mm1760 mm
Width
1800 mm1835 mm
Bootspace
216 litres587 litres
No of Seating Rows
3 Rows2 Rows
Seating Capacity
7 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres60 litres
Features
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Steering Adjustment
TiltTilt
Cruise Control
NoNo
Heater
YesYes
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
Yes1
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Blower, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed ControlVents Behind Front Armrest
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
NoYes
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Shift Indicator
YesYes
Clock
DigitalDigital
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogue
Instantaneous Consumption
YesYes
Gear Indicator
YesYes
Instrument Cluster
DigitalAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
YesNo
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹12,05,808₹16,17,819
Ex-Showroom Price
₹10,51,900₹13,99,800
RTO
₹1,09,190₹1,51,980
Insurance
₹44,218₹65,539
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹25,917₹34,773
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Punchy engineSmooth transmissionLoaded with features
Cons
Not a great handlerFuel economy is not great

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