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Kia Carens vs Maruti XL6

Should you buy Kia Carens or Maruti XL6? 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 Maruti XL6 price starts Rs 11.61 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol). Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while XL6 has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carens has a mileage of 21 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the XL6 has a mileage of 26.32 km/kg (Petrol top model).

Carens Vs XL6

Key HighlightsKia CarensMaruti XL6
On Road PriceRs.15,72,017*Rs.16,90,542*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)14821462
TransmissionManualAutomatic
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Kia Carens vs Maruti XL6 comparison

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        Kia Carens
        Kia Carens
        Rs13.62 Lakh*
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            Maruti XL6
            Maruti XL6
            Rs14.77 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.15,72,017*
          Rs.16,90,542*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.29,926/month
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          Rs.33,335/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.45,442
          XL6 Insurance
          User Rating
          4.4
          Based on 377 Reviews
          4.4
          Based on 226 Reviews
          Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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          Rs.3,367.4
          Rs.5,362
          Brochure
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Smartstream T-GDi
          K15C Smart Hybrid
          Displacement (cc)
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          1482
          1462
          No. of Cylinders
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          157.81bhp@5500rpm
          101.64bhp@6000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          253Nm@1500-3500rpm
          136.8Nm@4400rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          4
          4
          Fuel Supply System
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          GDi
          -
          Turbo Charger
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          Yes
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          Transmission Type
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          Manual
          Automatic
          Gearbox
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          6-Speed
          6-Speed AT
          Drive Type
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          FWD
          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Petrol
          Petrol
          Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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          20.27
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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          45
          45
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          BS VI 2.0
          BS VI 2.0
          Top Speed (kmph)
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          174
          170
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          Mcpherson strut with coil spring
          Mac Pherson Strut & Coil Spring
          Rear Suspension
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          Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
          Torsion Beam & Coil Spring
          Steering Type
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          Electric
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          Steering Column
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          Tilt
          Tilt and Telescopic
          Turning Radius (Metres)
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          -
          5.2
          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Disc
          Drum
          Top Speed (Kmph)
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          174
          170
          Tyre Size
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          205/65 R16
          195/60 R16
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
          Tubeless, Radial
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          16
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          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          No
          16
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          No
          16
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          4540
          4445
          Width (mm)
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          1800
          1775
          Height (mm)
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          1708
          1755
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          2780
          2740
          Kerb Weight (kg)
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          1225
          Grossweight (kg)
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          1765
          Seating Capacity
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          7
          6
          Boot Space (Litres)
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          216
          209
          No. of Doors
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          5
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          YesYes
          Air Quality Control
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          No
          -
          Remote Fuel Lid Opener
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          No
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          Accessory Power Outlet
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          YesYes
          Trunk Light
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          Yes
          -
          Vanity Mirror
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          YesYes
          Rear Reading Lamp
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Headrest
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          Yes
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          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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          YesYes
          Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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          NoYes
          Rear AC Vents
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          YesYes
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          YesYes
          Cruise Control
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          NoYes
          Parking Sensors
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          Front & Rear
          Rear
          Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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          -
          Yes
          Foldable Rear Seat
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          60:40 Split
          3rd Row 50:50 Split
          Engine Start Stop Button
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          NoYes
          Bottle Holder
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          Front & Rear Door
          Front & Rear Door
          Voice Commands
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          YesYes
          Paddle Shifters
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          No
          -
          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
          Front
          Central Console Armrest
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          With Storage
          With Storage
          Tailgate Ajar Warning
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          -
          Yes
          Gear Shift Indicator
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          -
          No
          Luggage Hook And Net
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          Yes
          -
          Additional Features
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          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, Driving Rear View Monitor W/o Button
          2nd Row Roof Mounted AC With 3-Stage Speed Control,Air Cooled Twin Cup Holder (Console)
          Massage Seats
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          No
          -
          Memory Function Seats
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          No
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          One Touch Operating Power Window
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          Driver's Window
          Driver's Window
          Autonomous Parking
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          No
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          Drive Modes
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          No
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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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          Yes
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          Drive Mode Types
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          No
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          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
          -
          Cup Holders
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          Front & Rear
          -
          Air Conditioner
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          YesYes
          Heater
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Steering
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          YesYes
          KeyLess Entry
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          YesYes
          Ventilated Seats
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          NoYes
          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          YesYes
          Electric Adjustable Seats
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          No
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          Automatic Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          NoYes
          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          No
          -
          Glove Box
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          YesYes
          Folding Table In The Rear
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          No
          -
          Dual Tone Dashboard
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          Yes
          -
          Additional Features
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          Dark Metal Paint Dashbaord, Elite Two Tone Black and Beige Interiors, Premium Head Lining, Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint, Luggage Board
          All Black Sporty Interiors,Sculpted Dashboard With Premium Stone Finish and Rich and Slide,2nd Row Plush Captain Seats With One-Touch Recline and Slide,Flexible Space With 3rd Row Flat Fold,Chrome Finish Inside Door Handles,Split Type Luggage Board,Front Overhead Console With Map Lamp and Sunglass Holder,Premium Soft Touch Roof Lining,Soft Touch Door Trim Armrest ,Eco Drive Illumination,Digital Clock,Outside Temperature Gauge,Fuel Consumption (Instantaneous and Avg),Distance to Empty,Headlamp On Warning,Door Ajar Warning Lamp,Smartphone Storage Space (Front Row and 2nd Row) & Accessory Socket (12V) 3rd Row,Footwell Illumination (Fr),
          Digital Cluster
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          Yes
          Semi
          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          4.2
          -
          Upholstery
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          Fabric
          Leatherette
          Ambient Light Colour
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          No
          -
          Exterior
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          Rear Right SideKia Carens Rear Right SideMaruti XL6 Rear Right Side
          WheelKia Carens WheelMaruti XL6 Wheel
          TaillightKia Carens TaillightMaruti XL6 Taillight
          Front Left SideKia Carens Front Left SideMaruti XL6 Front Left Side
          Available Colors
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          Sparkling SilverPewter OliveClear WhiteIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens ColorsArctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofSplendid Silver With Black RoofBrave KhakiGrandeur GreyBrave Khaki With Black RoofCelestial BlueSplendid Silver+4 MoreXL6 Colors
          Body Type
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          Adjustable Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Rain Sensing Wiper
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          No
          -
          Rear Window Wiper
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          NoYes
          Rear Window Washer
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          NoYes
          Rear Window Defogger
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          NoYes
          Wheel Covers
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          Yes
          -
          Alloy Wheels
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          NoYes
          Rear Spoiler
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          YesYes
          Sun Roof
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          No
          -
          Side Stepper
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          No
          -
          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          YesYes
          Integrated Antenna
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          YesYes
          Chrome Grille
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          No
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          Chrome Garnish
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          Yes
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          Halogen Headlamps
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          Yes
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          Roof Rails
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          Yes
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          LED DRLs
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          YesYes
          LED Headlamps
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          NoYes
          LED Taillights
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          NoYes
          LED Fog Lamps
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          NoYes
          Additional Features
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          Digital Radiator Grille with Silver Decor, Body Colored Front & Rear Bumper, Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black), Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Silver Surround Accents, Rear Bumper Garnish - Silver Garnish with Diamond Kunrling Pattern, Rear Skid Plate - ABP Color, Beltline - black, Black Side Door Garnish with Diamond Knurling Pattern, Body Colored Outisde Door Handles, Roof Rail Metal Paint, Star Map LED DRLs
          Bold Front Grille With Sweeping X-Bar Element,Front and Rear Skid Plates With Side Claddings,New Back Door Garnish With Chrome Insert,Chrome Plated Door Handles,Body Coloured Outside Mirrors With Integrated Turn Signal Lamp(Monotone),Glossy Black Outside Mirrors With Integrated Turn signal Lamp,Dual-Tone Body Colour,Chrome Element on Fender Side Garnish,B & C-Pillar Gloss Black Finish,electrically Foldable ORVMs (Key Sync),IR Cut Front Windshield,UV Cut Side Glasses and Quarter Glass,LED High Mount Stop Lamp,
          Fog Lights
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          No
          Front
          Antenna
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          Shark Fin
          Shark Fin
          Sunroof
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          No
          -
          Boot Opening
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          Electronic
          Manual
          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          No
          -
          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          Powered
          -
          Tyre Size
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          205/65 R16
          195/60 R16
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
          Tubeless, Radial
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          16
          -
          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          Yes
          -
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          YesYes
          Anti Theft Alarm
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          YesYes
          No. of Airbags
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          6
          4
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          No
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          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          YesYes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          YesYes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          Yes
          -
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          -
          Anti Theft Device
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          -
          Yes
          Anti Pinch Power Windows
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          Driver
          Driver
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          YesYes
          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          YesYes
          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          Driver and Passenger
          Driver and Passenger
          Sos Emergency Assistance
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          -
          Yes
          Geo Fence Alert
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          -
          Yes
          Hill Descent Control
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          Yes
          -
          Hill Assist
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          Yes
          -
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          Yes
          -
          360 View Camera
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          -
          Yes
          Curtain Airbag
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          Yes
          -
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          Advance Internet
          Live Location
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          No
          -
          Remote Immobiliser
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          No
          -
          Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
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          No
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          Remote Vehicle Status Check
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          No
          -
          Navigation With Live Traffic
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          No
          -
          Send POI to Vehicle From App
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          No
          -
          Live Weather
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          No
          -
          E-Call & I-Call
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          NoNo
          Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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          No
          -
          Google / Alexa Connectivity
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          NoYes
          Save Route/Place
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          No
          -
          SOS Button
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          No
          -
          RSA
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          No
          -
          Over Speeding Alert
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          NoYes
          Tow Away Alert
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          -
          Yes
          In Car Remote Control App
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          -
          Yes
          Smartwatch App
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          -
          Yes
          Valet Mode
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          -
          Yes
          Remote AC On/Off
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          NoYes
          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          YesYes
          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          YesYes
          Wireless Phone Charging
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          No
          -
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen
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          YesYes
          Touchscreen Size
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          8
          7
          Connectivity
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          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
          Android Auto
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          YesYes
          Apple Car Play
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          YesYes
          No. of Speakers
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          4
          4
          Rear Entertainment System
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          No
          -
          Additional Features
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          Wireless Phone Projection, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports
          (Wake-up throgh ""Hi Suzuki"" With Barge-in feature),Premium Sound System (Arkamys),
          Usb Ports
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          YesYes
          Tweeter
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          2
          2
          Rear Touchscreen
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          No
          -
          Speakers
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
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          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

            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

            Maruti XL6

            • The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers better road presence.
            • New safety and premium features are a welcome addition
            • Captain seats are large and comfortable
            • Spacious 3rd row
            • High claimed fuel efficiency of 20.97kmpl (MT) and 20.27kmpl (AT)

            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

            Maruti XL6

            • Some useful features like automatic day/night IRVM, rear window blinds and rear cup holders are still missing.
            • No diesel option
            • Curtain airbags for rear occupants should have been part of the safety features.

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          Questions & answers

          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Carens and Maruti XL6?
          A ) Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh & Maruti XL6 price starts at ₹ 11.61 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carens is cheaper between these two cars.
          *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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