Comparing the Kia Carens and the Volkswagen Taigun 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 Volkswagen Taigun is priced at ₹1,179,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volkswagen Taigun's 999 cc / 1498 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens versus 21.42 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 17.88 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Volkswagen Taigun. 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) | 999 cc / 1498 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 TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 21.42 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 17.88 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres (all rows up) | 385 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1695 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1195 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4221 mm / 1760 mm / 1612 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) | Sunroof (top) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | 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 |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 205/55 R16 / 215/50 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
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| Color Options | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue | Candy WhiteReflex SilverCarbon Steel GreyCherry RedLava BlueSteel GreyAvocado Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
