Comparing the Hyundai Venue 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 Venue is available at ₹799,000, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. On the engine front, the Hyundai Venue comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Carens's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 82 bhp (NA) / 118 bhp (Turbo) / 113 bhp (Diesel) and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.80 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 23.44 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Hyundai Venue 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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| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L NA / 1.0L Turbo GDi / 1.5L CRDi Diesel | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed AT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 17.80 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 23.44 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (NA & Diesel) / 3 (Turbo) | 4 |
| Power | 82 bhp (NA) / 118 bhp (Turbo) / 113 bhp (Diesel) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 114 Nm (NA) / 172 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 350 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1085 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1770 mm / 1617 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes (DCT top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker (top) | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (SX/SX+) | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - via Blue Link | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (SX+) | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps (SX/SX+) | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch / 17-inch 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 - ESC + VSM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (SX+) | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Atlas WhiteTitan GreyMystic sapphireHazel blueDragon RedTitanium black | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
