Kia Carens [2023-2024] vs Maruti Suzuki XL6

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Carens [2023-2024] and Maruti Suzuki XL6. The Kia Carens [2023-2024] price is Rs. 10.45 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki XL6 price is Rs. 11.61 Lakh. The Kia Carens [2023-2024] is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Maruti Suzuki XL6 is available in 1462 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG. XL6 provides the mileage of 20.97 kmpl.

Carens [2023-2024] vs XL6 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Carens [2023-2024]	XL6
Price	Rs. 10.45 Lakh	Rs. 11.61 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1497 cc	1462 cc
Power	113 bhp	102 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Carens [2023-2024]

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR [2023-2024]

Rs. 10.45 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

Maruti Suzuki XL6

Zeta MT Petrol

Rs. 11.61 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Kia Carens [2023-2024]

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR [2023-2024]

Maruti Suzuki XL6

Zeta MT Petrol

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	10.42
Engine	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1462 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.5	K15C Smart Hybrid
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	113 bhp @ 6300 rpm	102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	144 Nm @ 4500 rpm	137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		20.97View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		944
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	MacPherson Strut & Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam & Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		5.2
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

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)	3 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	4 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Control	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
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		3

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down		Driver
One Touch Up		Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Chrome
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	LCD Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)		7
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers		6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
Bluetooth Compatibility		Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Head Unit Size	2 Din	Not Available
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage

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

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

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Sparkling Silver	Nexa Blue
	Clear White	Grandeur Grey
		Brave Khaki
		Opulent Red
		Splendid Silver
		Arctic White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.2/5

19 Ratings

4.2/5

13 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.6Exterior
	4.6Comfort	4.8Comfort
	4.3Performance	4.1Performance
	3.8Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy
	4.4Value for Money	4.9Value 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 .

Maruti Suzuki XL6

My sister bought this car and it is a hassle-free experience at the Maruthi Suzuki Nexa showroom. Great experience. Driven almost 800+kms. But there is some lag in the sudden pickup. So one should be much more careful when overtaking a vehicle, especially on NH. Looks wise it is good when comparing its competitors. Performance is also good. My sister did two services without any trouble. One may consider XL6 for a greater ride and will be suited for 6 persons. Seating arrangements are much better than its competitors. The fuel economy is average. There is some lag in power delivery. This means sudden pick-up is average only. Maruthi Suzuki must consider this issue and try to sort it out.

More Expert Reviews on Carens [2023-2024] and XL6

2023 Kia Carens Turbo-petrol DCT Review

By Ninad Ambre28 Aug 2023

The 2023 Kia Carens has been updated with engines that comply with Real Driving Emissions (RDE) and E20 (20 per cent ethanol mixed in petrol) fuel standards. The ex-showroom prices range between Rs. 10.45 lakh to Rs. 18.95 lakh. This MPV now gets a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine instead of the older 1.4-litre unit. Then, Kia has also replaced the six-speed manual gearbox with a six-speed iMT on the turbo-petrol and diesel variants. Although there are minor updates to the equipment list, the Carens remains unchanged cosmetically.

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Maruti Suzuki XL6 and Baleno CNG First Look

By Desirazu Venkat09 Nov 2022

First Nexa cars with CNG power

Length (mm)	4540	4445
Width (mm)	1800	1775
Height (mm)	1708	1755
Wheelbase (mm)	2780	2740
Ground Clearance (mm)	195

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	6
No of Rows (Rows)	3	3
Bootspace (litres)	216	209
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45

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

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

Headlights	Halogen	LED
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Fog Lights		LED on front
Ambient Interior Lighting		Footwell Lamps
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

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

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility
Remote Parking with Key

Cup Holders	Front, Second & Third	Front & Third
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	40000