Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar ROXX
Should you buy Kia Carens or Mahindra Thar ROXX? 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. Kia Carens price starts at Rs 10.52 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts Rs 12.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 RWD (Petrol). Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Thar ROXX has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carens has a mileage of 21 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Thar ROXX has a mileage of 15.2 kmpl (Diesel top model).
Carens Vs Thar ROXX
| Key Highlights | Kia Carens | Mahindra Thar ROXX |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.23,41,760* | Rs.24,33,852* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1493 | 2184 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
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Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar ROXX comparison
- Kia Carens
- Premium Diesel iMT (Diesel) 12.65 Lakh*
- Premium Diesel (Diesel) 12.67 Lakh*
- Premium Opt Diesel (Diesel) 13.06 Lakh*
- Prestige Diesel iMT (Diesel) 13.95 Lakh*
- Gravity Diesel (Diesel) 14 Lakh*
- Prestige Diesel (Diesel) 14.15 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Diesel iMT (Diesel) 15.45 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Diesel (Diesel) 15.60 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Opt Diesel AT (Diesel) 16.81 Lakh*
- Luxury Diesel (Diesel) 17.25 Lakh*
- Luxury Diesel iMT (Diesel) 17.27 Lakh*
- Luxury Opt Diesel AT (Diesel) 17.85 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus 6 STR Diesel (Diesel) 18.17 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel (Diesel) 18.35 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel iMT (Diesel) 18.37 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel iMT 6 STR (Diesel) 18.37 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel AT 6 STR (Diesel) 19.22 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.29 Lakh*
- X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR (Diesel) 19.94 Lakh*
- Premium (Petrol) 10.52 Lakh*
- Premium Opt (Petrol) 11.06 Lakh*
- Premium iMT (Petrol) 12 Lakh*
- Gravity (Petrol) 12.10 Lakh*
- Prestige (Petrol) 12.12 Lakh*
- Prestige Opt (Petrol) 12.27 Lakh*
- Prestige Opt 6 STR (Petrol) 12.27 Lakh*
- Premium Opt iMT (Petrol) 12.56 Lakh*
- Gravity iMT (Petrol) 13.50 Lakh*
- Prestige iMT (Petrol) 13.62 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus iMT (Petrol) 15.10 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus DCT (Petrol) 15.85 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Opt DCT (Petrol) 16.31 Lakh*
- Luxury iMT (Petrol) 16.72 Lakh*
- Luxury Opt DCT (Petrol) 17.15 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus iMT 6 STR (Petrol) 17.77 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus iMT (Petrol) 17.82 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus DCT 6 STR (Petrol) 18.67 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus DCT (Petrol) 18.94 Lakh*
- X-Line DCT (Petrol) 19.44 Lakh*
- X-Line DCT 6 STR (Petrol) 19.44 Lakh*
Rs19.94 LakhVS - Mahindra Thar ROXX
- MX1 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 13.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 15.99 Lakh*
- AX3L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel (Diesel) 16.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 17.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.49 Lakh*
- AX5L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.99 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel (Diesel) 18.99 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.49 Lakh*
- MX1 RWD (Petrol) 12.99 Lakh*
- MX3 RWD AT (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD (Petrol) 16.49 Lakh*
- MX5 RWD AT (Petrol) 17.99 Lakh*
- AX7L RWD AT (Petrol) 19.99 Lakh*
Rs20.49 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.23,41,760* | Rs.24,33,852* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.44,577/month | Rs.46,334/month |
| Insurance | Rs.71,853 Carens Insurance | Rs.1,08,237 Thar ROXX Insurance |
| User Rating | Based on 377 Reviews | Based on 247 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.3,854.2 | - |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | CRDi VGT | 2.2L mHawk |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1493 | 2184 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 114.41bhp@4000rpm | 150bhp@3750rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 15.2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 57 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | McPherson Strut with coil spring | Double wishbone suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Multi link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4540 | 4428 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1800 | 1870 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1708 | 1923 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2780 | 2850 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Fuel Lid Opener A feature that allows the driver to open the car's fuel cap cover from inside the car or with a remote. Makes opening the fuel lid convenient.✕ | No | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Clear White Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl Imperial Blue Gravity Gray Carens Colors | Everest White Stealth Black Nebula Blue Battleship Gray Deep Forest Tango Red Burnt Sienna Thar ROXX Colors |
| Body Type | MUV All MUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | No | Yes |
| Oncoming Lane Mitigation | No | - |
| Speed Assist System | No | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- 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
- Unmistakable road presence - stands tall over all other family SUVs.
- Premium interiors - leatherette upholstery and soft touch dashboard and door pads.
- Very sensible and rich feature package including ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, dual displays and ADAS level 2.
- Refined and powerful engine options. The SUV will not feel underpowered - no matter the situation.
- Lots of variant and powertrain options including a lot of city specific RWD options.
- Very well equipped base variant with 6 airbags, LED lights, touchscreen, rear AC vents, four-speaker sound system, height adjustable driver’s seat and remote locking and unlocking.
- Boot space is better than most compact SUVs.
Kia Carens
Mahindra Thar ROXX
- Missing some premium features
- Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
- 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile
- Ride comfort is still a problem. It tosses you side to side on bad roads.
- Efficiency is low, even in the RWD variants. Expect under 10 kmpl with petrol and under 12 kmpl with diesel automatics.
- White interiors - especially the fabric roof gets dirty easily and won't be easy to clean. The leatherette seats are easier to manage.
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Mahindra Thar ROXX
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Carens and Mahindra Thar ROXX?
A ) Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh & Mahindra Thar ROXX price starts at ₹ 12.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carens is cheaper between these two cars.
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