Comparing the MG M9 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 M9 is available at ₹6,999,000, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. On the engine front, the MG M9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carens's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 272 bhp and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. 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 | 90 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | — | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 272 bhp | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~45 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes | — |
| Range | 450 km (est.) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 250 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2650 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5270 mm / 2000 mm / 1840 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Ottoman Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Premium 12-Speaker | 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 | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 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 | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl Lustre WhiteMetal BlackConcrete Grey | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
