Comparing the Kia Carens and the Mahindra BE 6 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 Mahindra BE 6 is priced at a price on request. 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 | — | Lithium-ion Blade (BYD) – 59 kWh or 79 kWh |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | — |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | — |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | Single-speed |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 59 kWh battery 231 hp, 79 kWh battery 282–286 hp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start Button |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 380 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 59 kWh or 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | AC: 7.2 kW ~8 h; 11.2 kW ~6 h (59 kWh); DC fast (140–180 kW): 20 min (20–80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes |
| Range | — | 535–557 km (59 kWh), 682 km (79 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | 4-level regen, single-pedal |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 455 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 207 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1,907 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4,371 × 1,907 × 1,627 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2,775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & telescopic electric power steering |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Twin 12.3″ digital screens |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Twin 12.3″ info + touchscreen with MAIA, Snapdragon, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | — |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Up to 16‑speaker Harman Kardon Dolby Atmos |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Panoramic glass roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front & rear USB ports |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| 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 |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Auto LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Full LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6–7 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Desert Myst, Desert Myst Satin, Everest White, Everest White Satin, Firestorm Orange, Tango Red, Deep Forest, Stealth Black. |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
