Comparing the Kia Carens and the BMW M4 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Carens is available at ₹1,364,000, while the BMW M4 is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW M4's 2993 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 9.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M4. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 9.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2280 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1730 kg (xDrive) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2857 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | M Carbon Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS with Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
