Kia Carens [2023-2024] vs Mahindra Thar

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Carens [2023-2024] and Mahindra Thar. The Kia Carens [2023-2024] price is Rs. 10.45 Lakh and Mahindra Thar price is Rs. 11.35 Lakh. The Kia Carens [2023-2024] is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mahindra Thar is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Carens [2023-2024] vs Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Carens [2023-2024]	Thar
Price	Rs. 10.45 Lakh	Rs. 11.35 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1497 cc	1497 cc
Power	113 bhp	117 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Kia Carens [2023-2024]

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR [2023-2024]

Rs. 10.45 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

Rs. 11.35 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Kia Carens [2023-2024]

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR [2023-2024]

Mahindra Thar

AX (O) Hard Top Diesel MT RWD

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	10.42	14.3
Engine	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.5	D117 CRDe
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	113 bhp @ 6300 rpm	117 bhp @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	144 Nm @ 4500 rpm	300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring	Multilink solid Rear Axle with Coil spring & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	245 / 75 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	245 / 75 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	3 Star (Global NCAP)	4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Control
Third Row AC Zone	Vents on Roof
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Visual display
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric + Leatherette	Vinyl
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Black and Beige	Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split	50:50 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior
Lighting

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Sparkling Silver	Stealth Black
	Clear White	Red Rage

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.2/5

19 Ratings

4.7/5

44 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.6Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.3Performance	4.7Performance
	3.8Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy
	4.4Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Carens 1.5 base petrol

Buying experience was pretty okayish.Nothing much to crib or boast about. The engine's a little under powered given the size of the car. Good highway vehicle. It has one of the most useable 3rd row. My kids love the car. Mileage 11-12 city in summers with AC on and 13-14 in winters with no ac .18-19 when driven by the driver and I manage anything between 18-22 .Overall I'm quiet happy with the buy .

Thar Review

1. My Buying experience is shameless. 2. One of the best Riding Experiences I ever had. 3. Look of That Is good that everyone knows. 4. Service is Good. 5. Pros: Trending, Have Respect, Comfortable, 4*4 Wheeler. Cons: Overhyped, Mileage is not good, Manual on the price we can expect semi-automatic.

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Length (mm)	4540	3985
Width (mm)	1800	1820
Height (mm)	1708	1850
Wheelbase (mm)	2780	2450
Ground Clearance (mm)	195

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	4
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)	216
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	With Key	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front, Second & Third	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage
Third Row Cup Holders

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Black
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Black
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit		Cladding - Black/Grey

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Centre
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Android Auto
Display	LCD Display
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	2 Din	Not Available

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited