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Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Hyundai Exter or Kia Carens? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Hyundai Exter price starts at Rs 6 Lakh ex-showroom for EX (Petrol) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 10.52 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol). Exter has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Exter has a mileage of 27.1 km/kg (Petrol top model)> and the Carens has a mileage of 21 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Exter Vs Carens

Key HighlightsHyundai ExterKia Carens
On Road PriceRs.12,12,421*Rs.22,34,958*
Mileage (city)-15.58 kmpl
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)11971482
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens comparison

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        Hyundai Exter
        Hyundai Exter
        Rs10.43 Lakh*
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            Kia Carens
            Kia Carens
            Rs19.44 Lakh*
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                Renault Kiger
                Rs10.53 Lakh*
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              Basic Information
              On-Road Price in New Delhi
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              Rs.12,12,421*
              Rs.22,34,958*
              Rs.12,23,052*
              Finance Available (EMI)
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              Rs.23,243/month
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              Rs.42,550/month
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              Rs.24,319/month
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              Insurance
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              Rs.46,600
              Rs.70,399
              Rs.47,403
              User Rating
              4.6
              Based on 1117 Reviews
              4.4
              Based on 414 Reviews
              4.2
              Based on 490 Reviews
              Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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              Rs.3,367.4
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              Brochure
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              Engine & Transmission
              Engine Type
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              1.2 l Kappa
              Smartstream T-GDi
              1.0L Turbo
              Displacement (cc)
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              1197
              1482
              999
              No. of Cylinders
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              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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              81.8bhp@6000rpm
              157.81bhp@5500rpm
              98.63bhp@5000rpm
              Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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              113.8Nm@4000rpm
              253Nm@1500-3500rpm
              152Nm@2200-4400rpm
              Valves Per Cylinder
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              4
              4
              4
              Fuel Supply System
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              GDi
              MPFi
              Turbo Charger
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              YesYes
              Transmission Type
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Automatic
              Gearbox
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              5 Speed AMT
              7-Speed
              CVT
              Drive Type
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              FWD
              FWD
              Fuel & Performance
              Fuel Type
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              Petrol
              Petrol
              Petrol
              Mileage City (kmpl)
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              15.58
              14
              Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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              17.5
              17
              Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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              19.2
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              18.24
              Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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              37
              45
              40
              Emission Norm Compliance
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              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              Top Speed (kmph)
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              174
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              Suspension, Steering & Brakes
              Front Suspension
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              MacPherson Strut suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              Rear Suspension
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              Rear twist beam
              Rear twist beam
              Rear twist beam
              Shock Absorbers Type
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              Gas Type
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              -
              Steering Type
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              Electric
              Electric
              Electric
              Steering Column
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              Tilt
              Tilt & Telescopic
              Tilt
              Front Brake Type
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              Disc
              Disc
              Disc
              Rear Brake Type
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              Drum
              Disc
              Drum
              Top Speed (Kmph)
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              174
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              Tyre Size
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              175/65 R15
              205/65 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              NoNo
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              Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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              15
              16
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              Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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              15
              16
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              Dimensions & Capacity
              Length (mm)
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              3815
              4540
              3991
              Width (mm)
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              1710
              1800
              1750
              Height (mm)
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              1631
              1708
              1605
              Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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              -
              -
              205
              Wheel Base (mm)
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              2450
              2780
              2500
              Front Tread (mm)
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              -
              -
              1536
              Rear Tread (mm)
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              -
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              1535
              Reported Boot Space (Litres)
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              391
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              Seating Capacity
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              5
              6
              5
              Boot Space (Litres)
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              210
              405
              No. of Doors
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              5
              5
              5
              Comfort & Convenience
              Power Steering
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              YesYesYes
              Automatic Climate Control
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              YesYesYes
              Air Quality Control
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Remote Fuel Lid Opener
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              No
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              Accessory Power Outlet
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              YesYesYes
              Trunk Light
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              YesYes
              -
              Vanity Mirror
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Reading Lamp
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Headrest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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              YesYes
              Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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              Yes
              -
              Rear AC Vents
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              YesYesYes
              Multifunction Steering Wheel
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              YesYesYes
              Cruise Control
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              YesYesNo
              Parking Sensors
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              Rear
              Front & Rear
              Rear
              Foldable Rear Seat
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              Bench Folding
              2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
              60:40 Split
              Smart Access Card Entry
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Engine Start Stop Button
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              YesYesYes
              Cooled Glovebox
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              Yes
              -
              No
              Bottle Holder
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              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Voice Commands
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              YesYes
              -
              Paddle Shifters
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              YesYes
              -
              USB Charger
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              Front
              Front & Rear
              -
              Central Console Armrest
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              -
              With Storage
              With Storage
              Luggage Hook And Net
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Battery Saver
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Additional Features
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              Eco coating,Rear parcel tray,Battery saver & AMS
              Power Windows (All Doors) with Switch Illumination, Umbrella Holder, 2nd Row Seat One Touch Easy Electric Tumble, Roof Flushed 2nd & 3rd Row Diffused AC Vents & 4 Stage Speed Control, Body Colored ORVMs, Easy Push Retractable Tray & Cup Holder, 2nd & 3rd Row Cup Holders with Cooling Function, Solar Glass - UV Cut, All windows auto up/down safety with Voice recognition, Auto Anti-glare (ECM) Inside Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect Controls, Walk-in Lever, Dashcam With Dual Camera, Driving Rear View Monitor with button
              PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone horn,Intermittent position on front wipers,Rear parcel shelf,Front seat back pocket – passenger,Upper glove box,Vanity mirror - passenger side
              Massage Seats
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              No
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              Memory Function Seats
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              -
              No
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              One Touch Operating Power Window
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              Driver's Window
              All
              Driver's Window
              Autonomous Parking
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              NoNo
              -
              Drive Modes
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              3
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              Idle Start Stop System
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              YesYes
              -
              Rear Window Sunblind
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              Yes
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              Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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              -
              No
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              Voice assisted sunroof
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              YesYes
              -
              Power Windows
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Cup Holders
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              -
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Drive Mode Types
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              NORMAL|ECO|SPORT
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              Air Conditioner
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              YesYesYes
              Heater
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Steering
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              YesYesYes
              KeyLess Entry
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              YesYesYes
              Ventilated Seats
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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              YesYesYes
              Electric Adjustable Seats
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              No
              -
              Automatic Headlamps
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              YesYes
              -
              Follow Me Home Headlamps
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              YesYes
              -
              Interior
              Tachometer
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              YesYesYes
              Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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              Yes
              -
              Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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              -
              Yes
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              Glove Box
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              YesYesYes
              Folding Table In The Rear
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Dual Tone Dashboard
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              Yes
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              Additional Features
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              Inside rear view mirror(Telematics switches (SOS, RSA & Bluelink),Interior garnish with 3D pattern,Painted black AC vents,Black theme interiors with red accents & stitching,Sporty metal pedals,Metal scuff plate,Footwell lighting(Red),Floor mats,Leatherette Steering wheel,Gear knob,Chrome finish(Gear knob),Chrome finish(Parking lever tip),Metal finish inside door handles,Digital cluster(Digital cluster with colour TFT MID, Multiple regional UI language)
              D-Cut Steering Wheel with Carens Logo, New Distinct Black High Gloss Dashboard with Spatial Print, Xclusive Two Tone Black and splendid Sage Green Interiors, Premium Head Lining, Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint, Luggage Board, Leatherette Wrapped Door Trims, Rear Doors Spot Lamp with Kia Logo Projection
              8.9 cm LED instrument cluster,Liquid chrome upper panel strip & piano black door panels,3-spoke steering wheel with mystery black accent,Mystery black interior door handles,Liquid chrome gear box bottom inserts,Linear interlock seat upholstery,Chrome knob on centre & side air vents
              Digital Cluster
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              YesYesYes
              Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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              10.25
              3.5
              Upholstery
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              Leatherette
              Leatherette
              Leatherette
              Ambient Light Colour
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              64
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              Exterior
              Available Colors
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              Shadow Grey With Abyss Black RoofFiery RedKhaki Dual ToneStarry NightShadow GreyCosmic Dual ToneAtlas WhiteRanger KhakiTitan GreyCosmic Blue+7 MoreExter ColorsGlacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens ColorsIce Cool WhiteKiger Colors
              Body Type
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              Adjustable Headlamps
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              YesYes
              -
              Rain Sensing Wiper
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              Yes
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              Rear Window Wiper
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Window Washer
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Window Defogger
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              YesYesNo
              Wheel Covers
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              NoNoNo
              Alloy Wheels
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Spoiler
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              YesYesYes
              Sun Roof
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              YesYes
              -
              Side Stepper
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              -
              No
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated Antenna
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              -
              YesYes
              Chrome Grille
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              YesYes
              Chrome Garnish
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Projector Headlamps
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Halogen Headlamps
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              NoNo
              -
              Roof Rails
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              YesYesYes
              LED DRLs
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              YesYesYes
              LED Headlamps
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              -
              YesYes
              LED Taillights
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              YesYesYes
              LED Fog Lamps
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Additional Features
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              Black painted radiator grille,Exclusive Knight emblem,Front & rear skid plate(Black),Black painted roof rails,Black painted rear spoiler ,Black painted C pillar garnish,Black painted rear garnish,Body colored(Bumpers),Body colored(Outside door mirrors,Outside door handles),Knight exclusive(Front red bumper insert,Tailgate red insert,Black painted side sill garnish),Red front brake calipers,A pillar black out tape,B pillar & window line black out tape,Front & rear mudguard
              Body Colored Front & Rear Bumper, Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black), Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Black high glossy Surround Accents, Rear Bumper Garnish - Black high glossy with Diamond Knurling Pattern, Rear Skid Plate - ABP Color, Beltline - Chrome, Black high glossy Side Door Garnish, Body Colored Outisde Door Handles, Roof Rail Black Glossy, Crown Jewel LED Headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs with integrated turn signal, Ice Cube LED Fog Lamps, Dual Tone Crystal Cut Alloys with Black gloss centre cap
              C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,tri-octa LED pure vision headlamps,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator,Mystery black door handles,Front grille chrome accent,Silver rear SUV skid plate,Satin silver roof bars (50 load carrying capacity)
              Fog Lights
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              -
              Front
              -
              Antenna
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              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Sunroof
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              Single Pane
              Single Pane
              -
              Boot Opening
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              Electronic
              Electronic
              Electronic
              Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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              -
              No
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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              Powered & Folding
              Powered & Folding
              Powered & Folding
              Tyre Size
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              175/65 R15
              205/65 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              NoNo
              -
              Safety
              Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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              YesYesYes
              Brake Assist
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Central Locking
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              YesYesYes
              Child Safety Locks
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              YesYesYes
              Anti Theft Alarm
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              YesYes
              -
              No. of Airbags
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              6
              6
              4
              Driver Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Passenger Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag Rear
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              NoNoNo
              Day Night Rear View Mirror
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              YesYesYes
              Seat Belt Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Door Ajar Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Traction Control
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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              YesYesYes
              Engine Immobilizer
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              YesYesYes
              Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Camera
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              With Guidedlines
              With Guidedlines
              With Guidedlines
              Anti Theft Device
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Anti Pinch Power Windows
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              -
              All Windows
              Driver
              Speed Alert
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              YesYesYes
              Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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              YesYesYes
              Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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              YesYesNo
              Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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              Driver and Passenger
              Driver and Passenger
              Driver
              Hill Descent Control
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Hill Assist
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              YesYesYes
              Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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              YesYesYes
              Curtain Airbag
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              YesYes
              -
              Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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              YesYesYes
              Advance Internet
              Live Location
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Remote Immobiliser
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Remote Vehicle Status Check
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Navigation With Live Traffic
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Send POI to Vehicle From App
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Live Weather
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              -
              Yes
              -
              E-Call & I-Call
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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              YesYes
              -
              Google / Alexa Connectivity
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Save Route/Place
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              -
              Yes
              -
              SOS Button
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              YesYes
              -
              RSA
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              YesYes
              -
              Over Speeding Alert
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Remote AC On/Off
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Entertainment & Communication
              Radio
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated 2DIN Audio
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              YesNo
              Wireless Phone Charging
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              YesYesNo
              Bluetooth Connectivity
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen Size
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              8
              10.25
              8
              Connectivity
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto
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              YesYesYes
              Apple Car Play
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              YesYesYes
              No. of Speakers
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              8
              4
              Rear Entertainment System
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Additional Features
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              Infotainment system(Multiple regional UI language),Infotainment system(Ambient sounds of nature)
              HD Touchscreen Navigation with Next Generation Kia Connect, Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus and Bacteria Protection, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports, BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers, Wireless Charger with Cooling Function
              20.32 cm display link floating touchscreen
              Usb Ports
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              YesYesYes
              Inbuilt Apps
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              Bluelink
              -
              -
              Rear Touchscreen
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Rear Touch Screen Size
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              10.1 inch
              -
              Speakers
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
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              Pros & Cons

              • Pros
              • Cons
              • Hyundai Exter

                • Rugged SUV-like looks
                • High seating and tall windows offer good driving confidence
                • Excellent feature list with exclusives like a dashcam and sunroof
                • Effortless drive experience with the AMT
                • 6 airbags are offered as standard

                Kia Carens

                • Looks unique, in a good way.
                • Good presence with generous exterior dimensions
                • Lots of practical elements integrated into the cabin
                • Available in 6- and 7-seater configurations
                • Turbo-petrol and diesel engine options
                • Automatic transmission option with both engines
              • Hyundai Exter

                • Looks are polarising
                • Drive lacks excitement and a turbo-petrol engine option
                • Safety rating remains to be seen

                Kia Carens

                • Missing some premium features
                • Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
                • 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile

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              Questions & answers

              Q ) Which car is cheaper between Hyundai Exter and Kia Carens?
              A ) Hyundai Exter price starts at ₹ 6 Lakh & Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh in New Delhi. Hyundai Exter is cheaper between these two cars.
              *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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