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Kia Carens vs Tata Nexon

Should you buy Kia Carens or Tata Nexon? 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 Tata Nexon price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for Smart Opt (Petrol). Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Nexon has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carens has a mileage of 21 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Nexon has a mileage of 24.08 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Carens Vs Nexon

Key HighlightsKia CarensTata Nexon
On Road PriceRs.23,41,760*Rs.17,97,498*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)14931497
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Kia Carens vs Tata Nexon comparison

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        Kia Carens
        Kia Carens
        Rs19.94 Lakh*
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            Tata Nexon
            Tata Nexon
            Rs15.80 Lakh*
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              Basic Information
              On-Road Price in New Delhi
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              Rs.23,41,760*
              Rs.17,97,498*
              Rs.7,53,794*
              Finance Available (EMI)
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              Rs.44,577/month
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              Rs.34,739/month
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              Rs.14,356/month
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              Insurance
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              Rs.71,853
              Rs.55,559
              Rs.31,555
              User Rating
              4.4
              Based on 410 Reviews
              4.6
              Based on 621 Reviews
              4.2
              Based on 488 Reviews
              Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)
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              Rs.3,854.2
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              Brochure
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              Engine & Transmission
              Engine Type
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              CRDi VGT
              1.5L Turbocharged Revotorq
              1.0L Energy
              Displacement (cc)
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              1493
              1497
              999
              No. of Cylinders
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              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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              114.41bhp@4000rpm
              113.31bhp@3750rpm
              71bhp@6250rpm
              Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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              250Nm@1500-2750rpm
              260Nm@1500-2750rpm
              96Nm@3500rpm
              Valves Per Cylinder
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              4
              4
              4
              Fuel Supply System
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              CRDi
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              MPFi
              Turbo Charger
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              YesYesNo
              Transmission Type
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Manual
              Gearbox
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              6-Speed
              6-Speed AMT
              5-Speed
              Drive Type
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              FWD
              FWD
              Fuel & Performance
              Fuel Type
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              Diesel
              Diesel
              Petrol
              Mileage City (kmpl)
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              15
              Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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              16
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              17
              Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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              24.08
              19.17
              Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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              45
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              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
              180
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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
              Steering Type
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              Electric
              Electric
              Electric
              Steering Column
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              Tilt & Telescopic
              Tilt and Collapsible
              Tilt
              Turning Radius (Metres)
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              5.1
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              Front Brake Type
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              Disc
              Disc
              Disc
              Rear Brake Type
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              Disc
              Drum
              Drum
              Top Speed (Kmph)
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              174
              180
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              Tyre Size
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              205/65 R16
              215/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless,Radial
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              No
              N/A
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              Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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              16
              16
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              Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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              16
              16
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              Dimensions & Capacity
              Length (mm)
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              4540
              3995
              3991
              Width (mm)
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              1800
              1804
              1750
              Height (mm)
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              1708
              1620
              1605
              Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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              208
              205
              Wheel Base (mm)
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              2780
              2498
              2500
              Front Tread (mm)
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              -
              1536
              Rear Tread (mm)
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              1535
              Seating Capacity
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              6
              5
              5
              Boot Space (Litres)
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              210
              382
              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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              YesYesNo
              Air Quality Control
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              YesYes
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              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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              Yes
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              -
              Vanity Mirror
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              YesYesNo
              Rear Reading Lamp
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Headrest
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              Optional
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              Adjustable Headrest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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              Yes
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              No
              Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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              YesYes
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              Rear AC Vents
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              YesYesYes
              Multifunction Steering Wheel
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              YesYesNo
              Cruise Control
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              YesYesNo
              Parking Sensors
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Rear
              Foldable Rear Seat
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              2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
              60:40 Split
              Bench Folding
              Smart Access Card Entry
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              -
              -
              No
              Engine Start Stop Button
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              YesYesNo
              Cooled Glovebox
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              YesNo
              Bottle Holder
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              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Voice Commands
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              YesYes
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              Paddle Shifters
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              YesYes
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              USB Charger
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              Front & Rear
              -
              -
              Central Console Armrest
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              With Storage
              With Storage
              With Storage
              Gear Shift Indicator
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              -
              No
              -
              Rear Curtain
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              No
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              Luggage Hook And Net
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              YesNo
              -
              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, 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
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              PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone horn
              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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              All
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              No
              Autonomous Parking
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              No
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              -
              Drive Modes
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              3
              3
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              Idle Start Stop System
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              Yes
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              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
              -
              -
              Drive Mode Types
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              NORMAL|ECO|SPORT
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              -
              Power Windows
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              Front & Rear
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              Front & Rear
              Cup Holders
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              Front & Rear
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              Front Only
              Air Conditioner
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              YesYesYes
              Heater
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Steering
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              YesNo
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              KeyLess Entry
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              YesYesYes
              Ventilated Seats
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              YesYes
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              Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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              YesYesNo
              Electric Adjustable Seats
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              No
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              Automatic Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Follow Me Home Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Interior
              Tachometer
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              YesYesYes
              Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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              YesYes
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              Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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              Yes
              -
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              Glove Box
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              YesYesYes
              Digital Odometer
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              Yes
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              Folding Table In The Rear
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              Yes
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              -
              Dual Tone Dashboard
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              Yes
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              -
              Additional Features
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              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
              2 Spoke Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo
              Muted melange seat upholstery,8.9 cm LED instrument cluster
              Digital Cluster
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              Yes
              Full
              Yes
              Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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              10.25
              10.24
              3.5
              Upholstery
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              Leatherette
              Leatherette
              Fabric
              Ambient Light Colour
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              64
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              Exterior
              Available Colors
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              Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens ColorsCreative OceanPristine White Dual ToneFlame RedCalgary WhitePristine WhitePure GreyFearless Purple Dual ToneFlame Red Dual ToneDaytona Grey Dual ToneDaytona Grey+7 MoreNexon ColorsIce Cool WhiteKiger Colors
              Body Type
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              Adjustable Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Rain Sensing Wiper
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              YesYes
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              Rear Window Wiper
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              YesYesNo
              Rear Window Washer
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              YesYesNo
              Rear Window Defogger
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              YesYesNo
              Wheel Covers
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              NoNoYes
              Alloy Wheels
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              YesYesNo
              Rear Spoiler
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              YesYesYes
              Sun Roof
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              YesYes
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              Side Stepper
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              No
              -
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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              Yes
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              Yes
              Integrated Antenna
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              YesYesYes
              Chrome Grille
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              Yes
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              Yes
              Chrome Garnish
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Halogen Headlamps
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              No
              -
              -
              Cornering Foglamps
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              Yes
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              Roof Rails
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              YesYesYes
              LED DRLs
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              YesYesYes
              LED Headlamps
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              YesYesNo
              LED Taillights
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              YesYesYes
              LED Fog Lamps
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              YesYes
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              Additional Features
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              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
              Sequential LED DRLs and Taillamp with Welcome/Goodbye Signature, Alloy Wheel with Aero Inserts, Top-mounted Rear Wiper and Washer, Bi Function LED Headlamps
              C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,3-spoke steering wheel,front grille chrome accent,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator
              Fog Lights
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              Front
              Front
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              Antenna
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              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Sunroof
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              Single Pane
              Panoramic
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              Boot Opening
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              Electronic
              Manual
              Manual
              Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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              No
              -
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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              Powered & Folding
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              Powered
              Tyre Size
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              205/65 R16
              215/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless,Radial
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              No
              N/A
              -
              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
              2
              Driver Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Passenger Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag
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              YesYesNo
              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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              YesYes
              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
              No
              Anti Theft Device
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Anti Pinch Power Windows
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              All Windows
              Driver
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              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
              Blind Spot Monitor
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Hill Descent Control
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              YesYes
              -
              Hill Assist
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              YesYesYes
              Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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              YesYesYes
              360 View Camera
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              Yes
              -
              Curtain Airbag
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              YesYes
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              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
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              -
              Send POI to Vehicle From App
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Live Weather
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              Yes
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              -
              E-Call & I-Call
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Google / Alexa Connectivity
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Save Route/Place
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              Yes
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              -
              SOS Button
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              Yes
              -
              -
              RSA
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Over Speeding Alert
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              Yes
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              -
              Remote AC On/Off
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              Yes
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              -
              Entertainment & Communication
              Radio
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated 2DIN Audio
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              YesYesYes
              Wireless Phone Charging
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              YesYesNo
              Bluetooth Connectivity
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen
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              YesYesNo
              Touchscreen Size
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              10.25
              10.24
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              Connectivity
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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              Android Auto
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              YesYesNo
              Apple Car Play
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              YesYesNo
              No. of Speakers
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              8
              4
              4
              Rear Entertainment System
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Additional Features
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              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
              Slim Bezel Touchscreen Infotainment System, Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
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              Usb Ports
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              YesYesYes
              Tweeter
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              4
              -
              Subwoofer
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              1
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              Rear Touchscreen
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              Yes
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              -
              Rear Touch Screen Size
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              10.1 inch
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              -
              Speakers
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
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              Pros & Cons

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              • 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

                Tata Nexon

                • Loaded with features: sunroof, front seat ventilation, dual displays
                • Comfortable ride quality: tackles bad roads with ease
                • Choice of petrol and diesel engines. New 7-speed DCT available with petrol
                • Updated interior features better design and quality
              • 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

                Tata Nexon

                • Ergonomic issues still persist
                • Iffy fit and finish around certain interior panels
                • Tech package glitches time to time

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              Questions & answers

              Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Carens and Tata Nexon?
              A ) Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh & Tata Nexon price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh in New Delhi. Tata Nexon is cheaper between these two cars.
              *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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