Comparing the Kia Carens and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d 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 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d is priced at ₹18,100,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d's 2989 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 313 HP respectively. 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) | 2989 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 9-speed Automatic |
| 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) | 313 HP |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 650 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 540 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2765 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | — |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 2110 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | — |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | — |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | — |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | — |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | — |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | — |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | — |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Verde SilverVelvet BrownEmerald GreenObsidian BlackOpalite White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
