Comparing the Kia Carens and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. 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 | — | Standard 12V car battery |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
