Comparing the Kia Carens Clavis and the MG Hector Plus side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Carens Clavis is available at ₹1,398,000, while the MG Hector Plus is priced at ₹1,924,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carens Clavis comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the MG Hector Plus's 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel), producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens Clavis versus 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI for the MG Hector Plus. 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) | 1451 cc (Petrol) / 1956 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 15.81 kmpl (Diesel MT) / 14.19 kmpl (Petrol AT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 141 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Petrol) / 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 250 Nm (Petrol) / 350 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 216 Litres | 530 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 192 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1445 kg | 1620 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm | 4720 mm / 1835 mm / 1760 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 6 |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2750 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 Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14-inch Touchscreen with 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 | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker (top) | Infinity 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
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 | 215/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 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 - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GrayIvory Silver GlossImperial BluePewter Olive | Starry BlackPearl WhiteAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
