Comparing the Hyundai IONIQ5 and the Kia Carens side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hyundai IONIQ5 is available at ₹5,569,998, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. Fuel efficiency stands at 690 km per full charge for the Hyundai IONIQ5 versus 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 84 kWh Liquid-cooled Lithium-ion battery | — |
| Displacement | — | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 1-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 690 km per full charge | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 229 PS (169 kW) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | 10% to 80% in 18 minutes | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Standard 800V ultra-fast charging architecture | — |
| Range | 690 km per full charge | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Smart system with paddle shifters and i-Pedal mode | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 537 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2,430 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,985 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4655 mm / 1890 mm / 1625 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Standard Inside Rear View Mirror | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Auto with Touch Panel | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Display Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go functionality | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | 8-way power front seats with lumbar support and "Relaxation" zero-gravity mode | — |
| Infotainment System | Dual 12.3-inch screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) with curved glass. | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | All-door Auto Up/Down with Anti-pinch | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | B-pillar mounted vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Eco-processed Leather | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose Premium 8-speaker system | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Fixed Vision Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Multiple Type-C ports in front and rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Integrated with Bluelink and smartphone connectivity | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the pixel-themed front | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Parametric Pixel LED Headlamps with Automatic leveling | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically heated, adjustable, and retractable with integrated LED indicators | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Parametric Pixel LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Parametric Pixel Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline | Yes |
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| Color Options | Midnight Black Pearl | Gravity Gold Matte | Optic White | Titan Grey | | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.1 |










