Comparing the Nissan Magnite 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 Nissan Magnite is available at ₹638,000, while the Kia Carens is priced at ₹1,364,000. On the engine front, the Nissan Magnite comes with a 999 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 71 bhp @ 6125 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.02 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 17.86 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI for the Nissan Magnite 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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| Displacement | 999 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.0L HR10 NA / 1.0L HR10 Turbo | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT / CVT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 20.02 kmpl (Turbo MT) / 17.86 kmpl (CVT) - ARAI | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 71 bhp @ 6125 rpm (NA) / 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (mid+) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 96 Nm @ 3600 rpm (NA) / 160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (Turbo) | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT/CVT) | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 336 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 975 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3994 mm / 1758 mm / 1572 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC (base) / Automatic (top) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Rear + 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Bose 8-Speaker Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | 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 | 195/65 R15 (base) / 195/60 R16 (top) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch / 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags (4 on top) | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | 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 | Pearl WhiteStorm WhiteBlade SilverOnyx BlackFlare Garnet RedOlive BronzeMetallic GreySunrise Copper Orange | Clear WhiteAurora Black PearlImperial Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
