Comparing the MG Gloster 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 MG Gloster is available at ₹4,129,000, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. On the engine front, the MG Gloster comes with a 1996 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.77 kmpl - ARAI for the MG Gloster 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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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1996 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | 4WD (4x4) with 2H/4H/4L | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Twin-Turbo Diesel | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 13.77 kmpl - ARAI | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 215 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 480 Nm @ 1500-2800 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 | 518 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 224 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2350 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4985 mm / 1926 mm / 1867 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen + 10.1-inch Co-Pilot Screen | 10.25-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 | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather (top) / Leather | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 12-Speaker System | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/55 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-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 - HDC + HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Deep GoldenWarm WhiteSnow Storm WhiteMetal AshMetal BlackDesert Storm Deep Golden | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
