Comparing the Kia Carens and the Hyundai IONIQ5 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 Hyundai IONIQ5 is priced at ₹5,569,998. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 690 km per full charge for the Hyundai IONIQ5 . 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 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 1-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 690 km per full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 229 PS (169 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
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 | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 537 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2,430 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 163 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1,985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4655 mm / 1890 mm / 1625 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 3000 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-zone Auto with Touch Panel |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Display Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go functionality |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | 8-way power front seats with lumbar support and "Relaxation" zero-gravity mode |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 12.3-inch screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) with curved glass. |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | All-door Auto Up/Down with Anti-pinch |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | B-pillar mounted vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Eco-processed Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Fixed Vision Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple Type-C ports in front and rear |
| Voice Command | — | Integrated with Bluelink and smartphone connectivity |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the pixel-themed front |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Parametric Pixel LED Headlamps with Automatic leveling |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically heated, adjustable, and retractable with integrated LED indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Parametric Pixel LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 255/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Parametric Pixel 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 - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Midnight Black Pearl | Gravity Gold Matte | Optic White | Titan Grey | |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
