Comparing the Kia Carens and the Renault Kwid 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 Kwid is priced at ₹466,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Renault Kwid's 799 cc / 999 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid. 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) | 799 cc / 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 | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 28 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 |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 279 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 184 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 710 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2422 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 |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Semi-Digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 4 Speakers |
| 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 (top) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| 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 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
