Comparing the Kia Carens and the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus 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 Bolero Neo Plus is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus's 2184 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 118.35 bhp @ 4000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 14 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus. 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 | — | 12 V |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 2184 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.2 L mHawk diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-speed manual |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 14 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 118.35 bhp @ 4000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 280 Nm @ 1800–2800 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 696 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4400 × 1795 × 1812 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Digital with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9″ touchscreen with Bluetooth |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | All four windows |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 6 speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | No |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | No |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Bulb |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 215/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Diamond White, Majestic Silver, Napoli Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
