Comparing the Kia Carens and the Renault Kiger 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 Renault Kiger is priced at ₹699,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Renault Kiger's 999 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Renault Kiger. 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) | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 1.0L SCe NA / 1.0L Turbo TCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 20.54 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 18.28 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 71 bhp @ 6250 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (mid+) |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 96 Nm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 405 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1475 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 3991 mm / 1750 mm / 1600 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC (base) / Automatic AC (top) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 8-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes (Turbo top) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 4 Speakers + 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags (4 on top) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes (top) |
| 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 | Ice Cool WhiteMoonlight SilverMahogany BrownCaspian BlueShadow GreyOasis YellowStealth BlackRadiant Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.9 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
