Comparing the Kia Carens and the Tata Safari Storme 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 Tata Safari Storme is priced at ₹1,080,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Safari Storme's 2179 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 13–14 kmpl for the Tata Safari Storme. 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 | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 2179 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / 4WD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.2 L VariCOR Turbocharged Diesel (VTT) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 55–63 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-speed Manual (initial), 6-speed Manual (Varicor 400) |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 13–14 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 140 bhp (standard Varicor), 150 PS (facelift), 156 PS (Varicor 400) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 320 Nm (standard), 400 Nm (Varicor 400) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 981 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2555 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 2000–2050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4655–4668 mm × 1894–1965 mm × 1786–1922 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2650–2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog / Semi-digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Basic audio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front only |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | No |
| Voice Command | — | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector-type |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Halogen / LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/70 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Arctic Silver, Urban Bronze, Sky Grey, Pearl White, Arctic White, Sardinia Red, Astern Black, Pearl Champagne |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
