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KIA Carens

Launched in Feb 2022
₹11.41 Lakhs**Ex-showroom price

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Category Average: 1199.0 - 1497.0 cc

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Carens: 1482.0 - 1497.0 cc

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Category Average: 20.49 kmpl

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Carens: 12.6 kmpl

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Category Average: 104.44 bhp

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Carens: 113.0 bhp

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8 May 2025:Kia's Carens MPV has sold over 200,000 units, with petrol variants dominating sales. The upcoming Carens Clavis targets private buyers.
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Kia Carens: Overview

The Kia Carens is a three-row MPV-style family vehicle that was first launched in India in February 2022. It received a significant update in January 2024, bringing cosmetic changes, variant rebranding, and feature additions to keep the model competitive in the compact three-row segment. Developed for global markets with a strong focus on India, the Carens blends the practicality of an MPV with the styling and features typically found in compact SUVs. It is offered in a seven-seater variant and continues to cater to large families looking for an affordable yet feature-rich people mover.

As of May 2025, the Carens is available in a single Premium (O) variant following the discontinuation of all other trims after the launch of the more upmarket Kia Carens Clavis. Despite this narrowing of the variant lineup, the Carens continues to perform strongly in the market, aided by its value-for-money proposition and generous equipment list. In June 2025, combined sales of the Carens and Carens Clavis witnessed a 75 per cent growth month-on-month, with 7,921 units sold compared to 4,524 in May.

The Carens remains a practical and spacious MPV, boasting features such as multiple powertrain options, a 216-litre boot (expandable to 645 litres), a high ground clearance of 195 mm, and SUV-inspired styling elements. It caters especially well to buyers seeking a capable and comfortable three-row vehicle for urban and intercity usage.

Kia Carens: Price

The Kia Carens price in India is ₹11.40 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered in one variant.

Kia Carens: Variants

The Carens is offered in a single seven-seater Premium (O) variant, priced at ₹11.40 lakh (ex-showroom). It comes with features such as an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen display, a rear view camera, keyless entry, semi-leatherette seats, and electrically-adjustable ORVMs, among others.

The MPV is offered in 7 colour options, including Sparkling Silver, Clear White, Pewter Olive, Intense Red, Aurora Black Pearl, Imperial Blue and Gravity Gray.

Kia Carens: Mileage

The Carens mileage for the petrol variants ranges between 15 to 16 kmpl, depending on the powertrain configuration, while the diesel variants return an ARAI-claimed mileage of up to 17.5 kmpl. Real-world fuel economy may vary depending on road conditions and driving style.

Kia Carens: Specs & Features

The Carens MPV can be had with three engine options. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 113 bhp and 144 Nm of torque and comes with a six-speed manual. The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol delivers 158 bhp and 253 Nm of torque and is paired with a six-speed iMT. The 1.5-litre diesel engine makes 113 bhp and 250 Nm and is available with both manual and automatic transmission options.

The MPV offers seating for up to seven passengers and has a boot space of 216 litres with all three rows up, expandable to 645 litres with the third row folded. Ground clearance stands at 195 mm, and key features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bose sound system, sunroof, wireless phone charging, rear-seat entertainment (X-Line only), ambient lighting, and ventilated front seats.

Kia Carens: Safety features

Kia has equipped the Carens with multiple safety features, including six airbags as standard across all variants, electronic stability control (ESC), ABS with EBD, hill-start assist, and a tyre pressure monitoring system. Higher variants get additional safety equipment such as front and rear parking sensors, a rear parking camera, and disc brakes on all wheels.

Kia Carens: Offers & Deals

Depending on region and dealership, Kia is offering limited-time benefits on the Carens in the form of exchange bonuses, corporate discounts, and loyalty offers. Customers may also find discounted insurance or extended warranty packages during special campaigns. These offers may vary month to month.

Kia Carens: Rivals

The Kia Carens competes in the three-row MUV/crossover space and rivals models such as the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, Maruti XL6, Mahindra Marazzo, Toyota Rumion, and even higher-priced variants of the Hyundai Alcazar and MG Hector Plus.

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Kia Carens Variants

Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 11.41 Lakhs .
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1497 cc
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Kia Carens Expert Review

Pros

Punchy engineSmooth transmissionLoaded with features

Cons

Not a great handlerFuel economy is not great

MPVs are often ignored by people when they are out in the market to buy a new car. Yes, MPVs do make a lot of sense for Indian families, they are spacious, and practical and would fulfil most of the household needs. However, not everyone prefers their design or wants to be seen in them. This is where the Carens from Kia changed the game. It is an MPV that takes design inspiration from SUVs.

Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Powertrain

The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine gets a direct injection. It produces 158 bhp of max power and 253 Nm of peak torque. That is a bump of 20 bhp and 11 Nm over the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine.

The new 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine is very smooth and refined.
The new 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine is very smooth and refined.

The engine pulls quite hard and there is plenty of torque available for quick overtakes. The power is delivered in a linear manner and there is torque available throughout the rev range. The engine is very smooth and refined too which helps in keeping the cabin quiet. There are three driving modes on offer - Eco, Normal and Sport. The Eco mode is plenty to drive in the city and the Normal mode is suited for driving on the highways. The Sport mode is where things get a bit serious as the engine gets more responsive, the transmission holds on to the gear and shifting gears can be a bit jerky.

Speaking of transmission, it is very seamless in Eco and Normal mode, most of the time the gearshifts are not even noticeable. It tries to hold on to the second gear in traffic which can make the driver feel a bit of lag. However, there are paddle shifters using which the driver can take manual control of the gearbox and they respond fairly quickly.

Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Ride and handling

The interior feels quite premium and is well laid out. However, the piano-black elements could get scratched-up easily.
The interior feels quite premium and is well laid out. However, the piano-black elements could get scratched-up easily.

In terms of ride quality, the Carens is quite comfortable. The suspension does a good job of ironing out bumps and potholes. The steering is light which makes it quite easy to drive in cities. However, as soon as you show Carens some corners, you are immediately reminded that it is an MPV because of the body roll.

Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Fuel efficiency

In the city, we managed to get a fuel efficiency figure of just under 10 kmpl whereas out on the highways, the fuel efficiency climbed up to 17 kmpl.

Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Verdict

If you are looking for a people mover that does not look like a typical MPV, then you can take a look at the Carens. It comes packed with features, has an up-market interior and a powerful engine. So, it can serve as a family vehicle with a hint of enthusiasm because of that turbo engine.

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Kia Carens Safety Ratings

The Kia Carens has been awarded 3 stars in the Global NCAP test for adult occupancy and 5 stars in child occupancy.

Kia Carens Specifications and Features

Rear AC VentsYes
Body TypeMUV
AirbagsYes
Max Torque144 Nm
Keyless EntryYes
Mileage12.6 kmpl
TransmissionManual
Engine1497 cc
Fuel TypePetrol
SunroofYes

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Kia Carens Mileage

Kia Carens in India is available in Petrol variant. Average mileage of Kia Carens's petrol variant is 12.6 kmpl (As claimed by the brand in ideal road conditions). Kia Carens Premium (O) 1.5 Petrol 7 STR comes with a 45 litres fuel tank.

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Kia Carens FAQs

The Kia Carens offers a competitive mileage of 12.6 kmpl.
The Kia Carens comes in a single variant which is the Premium (O) 1.5 Petrol 7 STR providing advanced features and enhanced performance for a premium MUV experience.
Kia Carens is a 7 Seater MUV.
The Kia Carens comes in petrol variant offering a mileage of 12.6 kmpl.
The Kia Carens comes with 1497 engine. It comes with single manual transmission. With 1 variant, it caters to diverse preferences.