Comparing the Kia Carens and the Skoda Kodiaq 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 Skoda Kodiaq is priced at ₹3,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Skoda Kodiaq's 1984 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 12.44 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Kodiaq. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4x4 All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 58 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 12.44 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 190 bhp @ 4500-5000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 320 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 630 Litres (5-seater config) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2375 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1795 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4758 mm / 1864 mm / 1685 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2791 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 13-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Leather / Perforated Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/50 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Moon WhiteGraphite GreyBronx GoldRace BlueMagic Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
