Comparing the Kia Carens and the Kia Seltos 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 Kia Seltos is priced at ₹1,372,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Seltos's 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel), producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos. 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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| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1810 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1320 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Key |
| 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - via UVO app |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + VSM |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
