Comparing the Kia Carens and the Mahindra XUV700 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 XUV700 is priced at ₹1,366,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra XUV700's 1997 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 200 PS @ 5000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 15 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV700. 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 | — | 12V automotive battery configuration layout |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD / AWD (Diesel variants) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.0L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) I4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 60 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 Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 15 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 200 PS @ 5000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electronic keyless start-stop engine push-button |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 380 Nm @ 1750–3000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 240 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2510 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1815 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4,695 mm × 1,890 mm × 1,755 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with tilt and telescopic manual adjust |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror assembly |
| Central Locking | Yes | Smart speed-sensing automatic lock execution loop |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) paired with individual pillar-mounted rear air vents across rear rows |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Triple-Screen Dashboard Layout on premium configurations, featuring twin 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) primary superscreens side-by-side alongside a dedicated co-passenger entertainment panel |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Automated cruise control system; luxury models feature active radar-guided Level 2 ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | 6-Way smart power driver seat with memory integration and automated welcome retract clearance logic |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Adrenox-powered dual touchscreen cluster interface housing integrated Amazon Alexa capability, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto connectivity |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive smart key proximity access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | One-touch express power windows with anti-pinch sensors across doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Dedicated separate airflow adjust controls for 2nd and 3rd seating zones. |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated fold-down armrest including secondary twin beverage cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Premium white or dark charcoal perforated leatherette wraps with cooling ventilation functionality |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Custom premium 12-Speaker Sony 3D Immersive Audio installation driven by a dedicated multi-channel sound amplifier |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Expansive panoramic "Skyroof" |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple fast portals including Type-A front slots and mid-row Type-C fast docks |
| Voice Command | — | Comprehensive AI command interpretation array linked to vehicle operations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone integrated bumpers detailed with flush-fitting smart electric door handles |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Redesigned premium C-shaped signature LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front LED cornering fog lights |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | High-intensity clear-view LED projector headlamps with an integrated Auto-High Beam Booster module |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding exterior mirrors housing sharp LED sequential side indicator blocks |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate layout window element |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Integrated low-drag functional roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Arrow-Head geometric rear split-LED combination lighting layout |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/65 R17 or R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel/ Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Performance hydraulic braking support |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Automated downhill control |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dual dedicated rear row anchors |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Advanced 540-Degree Surround View Camera Suite providing multi-angle ground and blind-view tracing |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Bumper-flush sound proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | High-accuracy live Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Everest WhiteMidnight BlackDesert MystNebula BlueStealth BlackRuby VelvetGalaxy Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
