Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Dzire and the Kia Carens side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is available at ₹625,600, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with a 1197 CC unit compared to the Kia Carens's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Dzire versus 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 CC | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Z12E | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l CNG: 55 l | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 111.7 Nm @4300 rpm | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 l | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1375 - 1435 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 1025 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm Width: 1735 mm Height: 1525 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker Audio System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger (Wiper not available) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 (Alloy) 165/80 R14 (Steel) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy or Steel | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Gallant RedAlluring BlueNutmeg Brown #756865 Pearl Arctic WhiteSplendid SilverMagma GreyBluish Black | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.1 |
