Kia Carens
Kia’s seven-seat MPV, now trimmed to a single well-equipped Premium (O) trim with a manual gearbox and a choice of petrol, factory CNG or diesel. Prices run from ₹11.12 lakh to ₹12.98 lakh. It suits a family that needs seven seats and six airbags on a fixed budget and is happy to change gear; anyone wanting an automatic must look at the Carens Clavis.
- Seating
- 7
- Engine
- 1493–1497 cc
- Mileage
- 15.4–19.5 km/l
- One trim, Premium (O), with three fuel choices
- Six airbags and ESC as standard
- 2,780 mm wheelbase and seven seats
- Factory CNG added in September 2026 at ₹12.12 lakh
- Manual only; automatics are in the Carens Clavis
- 216 litres of boot with all rows up (116 with CNG)
- Premium (O)₹11.12 lakh
Petrol manual at ₹11.12 lakh for most families. Choose the diesel (₹12.98 lakh) only if you cover long distances; its 250 Nm makes a real difference with seven people on board.
- Toyota Rumion₹9.79 – 14.21 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki Ertiga₹8.90 – 13.14 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki XL6₹11.62 – 14.68 lakh
Kia Carens specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)15.4–19.5 km/l
- TransmissionManual
- Body typeMPV
- Fuel typePetrol, CNG, Diesel
- Engine1493–1497 cc
- Seating capacity7
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| Engines | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG, 1.5 diesel |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Manual |
| Power | 116 PS |
| Torque | 250 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 15.4–19.5 km/l |
| Seats | 7 |
| Length | 4540 mm |
| Width | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1708 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm |
| Ground clearance | 195 mm |
| Boot space | 216 litres |
| Fuel tank | 45 litres |
Kia Carens variants: price and features
- Base variantCarens
Premium (O)
₹11.12 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- 8-inch touchscreen
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- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 12.5-inch digital driver display
- Rear parking camera
- Roof-mounted AC vents for rows two and three
- One-touch electric tumble for second row
- Carens
Premium (O)
₹12.12 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.00 lakh more than Premium (O) for- Factory-fitted CNG
- 60-litre CNG tank
- Same equipment as petrol Premium (O)
- Top variantCarens
Premium (O)
₹12.98 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.86 lakh more than Premium (O) for- 1.5 CRDi diesel, 250 Nm
- 6-speed manual
Our verdict on the Carens
The Carens is now a simple proposition: one trim, three fuels, manual only. The Premium (O) is well judged for the money, with six airbags, ESC, wireless phone mirroring, a rear camera and roof vents for the back rows, and the 2,780 mm wheelbase gives the second and third rows proper space. The petrol is adequate rather than strong at 144 Nm, which matters on a loaded climb, so heavy users should go diesel. The CNG makes sense on cost but takes the boot down to 116 litres. If you need an automatic, or more features, this is not your car; price the Carens Clavis instead. Against the Maruti Ertiga, the Carens costs more but feels more modern inside.
Good things
- Six airbags, ESC and a rear camera come with every version
- Long wheelbase makes the third row usable for adults on short trips
- Diesel’s 250 Nm suits a fully loaded car
- Factory-fitted CNG is now an option
Could be better
- No automatic at all; that now means the costlier Carens Clavis
- Petrol makes 144 Nm and will feel stretched with seven aboard
- CNG version leaves only 116 litres of boot
- Starts about ₹2 lakh above the Maruti Ertiga
Kia Carens colours and photos
- Clear White
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Imperial Blue
Kia Carens: one trim, three fuels, manual only
Kia has reshaped its MPV range. The full line-up of trims, the turbo petrol and the automatics now sit under the Carens Clavis name, and the plain Carens has become a value-focused car with one trim, Premium (O). It is a seven-seater, it is manual only, and you choose between a 1.5 petrol, a 1.5 diesel or, since September 2026, a factory-fitted CNG.
Equipment is better than the price suggests. Every version gets six airbags, ESC, hill assist, all-round disc brakes, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 12.5-inch driver display, a rear camera, and AC vents for the second and third rows. The second row slides, reclines and tumbles with one touch, which makes getting to the back easier.
The engines differ more than the equipment. The petrol makes about 115 PS and 144 Nm, the diesel 116 PS and 250 Nm, and the CNG about 96 PS and 123 Nm, all through a six-speed manual. Ex-showroom prices are ₹11.12 lakh for petrol, ₹12.12 lakh for CNG and ₹12.98 lakh for diesel, so the choice of fuel is really the only decision you make in the showroom.
Petrol, diesel or CNG?
Petrol for most families doing city runs and the odd trip. Diesel if you drive long distances or often carry a full load; its 250 Nm makes the car far more relaxed. CNG costs ₹1 lakh more than petrol and is cheapest to run, but you lose power and most of the boot, and Kia has not yet published a certified efficiency figure.
What if you want an automatic?
The Carens no longer offers one. You will need the Carens Clavis, which shares the body and adds iMT, DCT and diesel automatic options along with higher trims. Expect to pay noticeably more for the same seven seats.
How does it compare with the Maruti Ertiga?
The Ertiga starts about ₹2 lakh lower, offers a petrol automatic and has a wider service network. The Carens is larger, has a longer wheelbase, offers a diesel and feels more modern inside. If budget is tight, the Ertiga. If space and a diesel matter, the Carens.
Is the boot big enough?
With all seven seats in use you get 216 litres, enough for a few soft bags. The CNG version drops to 116 litres because the gas tank sits under the boot floor. Fold the third row and space grows a lot, so most families will travel as five-plus-luggage on long trips.
Carens vs rivals
| Spec | Kia Carens₹11.12 – 12.98 lakh | Toyota Rumion₹9.79 – 14.21 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga₹8.90 – 13.14 lakh | Maruti Suzuki XL6₹11.62 – 14.68 lakh | Renault Triber₹5.81 – 9.21 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol, CNG, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG, 1.5 diesel | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.0 petrol, 1.0 turbo petrol |
| Power | 116 PS | 103 PS | 103 PS | 103 PS | 72–100 PS |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual, Automatic | Manual, Automatic | Manual, Automatic | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage | 15.4–19.5 km/l | 20.11–20.51 km/l | 20.3–20.51 km/l, 26.11 km/kg CNG | 20.27–20.97 km/l | 17–20 km/l |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 |
| Boot | 216 litres | 209 litres | 209 litres | 209 litres | 625 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Carens vs Rumion | Carens vs Ertiga | Carens vs XL6 | Carens vs Triber |
Kia Carens mileage
- 1497 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 15.7 km/l
- Variants
- 1
- 1497 cc, CNGManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 15.4–19.5 km/l
- Variants
- 1
- 1493 cc, DieselManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 15.4–19.5 km/l
- Variants
- 1
Kia Carens on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹12.88 – 15.33 lakh
- Mumbai₹13.12 – 15.56 lakh
- Bengaluru₹13.86 – 16.16 lakh
- Chennai₹13.77 – 16.04 lakh
- Kolkata₹12.88 – 15.01 lakh
- Bhopal₹12.88 – 15.27 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Carens EMI
₹18,682 a month
On ₹11.12 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹2.22 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹2.31 lakh.
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Kia Carens FAQ
What is the price of the Kia Carens in India?
The Kia Carens costs ₹11.12 to 12.98 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Kia Carens come with?
The Kia Carens is sold with petrol, CNG and diesel power (1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG, 1.5 diesel).
What is the mileage of the Kia Carens?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Kia Carens is 15.4–19.5 km/l.
How many people can the Kia Carens seat?
The Kia Carens is a 7-seater mpv.
What is the length of the Kia Carens?
The Kia Carens is 4540 mm long, 1800 mm wide and 1708 mm tall, with a 2780 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Kia Carens have?
The Kia Carens has 216 litres of boot space.
Does the Kia Carens come with an automatic gearbox?
The Kia Carens is offered with manual gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Kia Carens?
The Kia Carens has 195 mm of ground clearance.
Which Kia Carens variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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