New 2025 Kia Carens Launch Date Confirmed, Prices To Be Announced On May 8

The new 2025 Kia Carens will be on sale alongside the existing Carens

• 2025 Kia Carens to be launched on May 8, 2025

• Expected to get major design changes with new lighting elements, new alloys and an updated fascia

• The cabin will also feature updates such as new colour scheme, alongside new features like dual 12.3-inch displays and panoramic sunroof

• It is likely to carry the same powertrain with a N/A petrol, a turbo-petrol and a diesel engine option

• Prices are expected to start from Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India) 

The 2025 Kia Carens is set to be launched on May 8, 2025. This new updated version of the Carens will be on sale alongside the existing Carens. It will bring a lot of new design elements both in its exterior and interior, however it will likely carry the same powertrain option with a combination of both petrol and diesel engine options. If you are interested in the new Carens, here are all the details you need to know:

Exterior

Based on spy shots, the 2025 Kia Carens will get a new look at the front, with updated LED headlights, new LED DRLs that extend downwards, and a redesigned front bumper. Although its overall silhouette will stay the same, it’s likely to come with newly designed alloy wheels. The rear-end will get updated LED tail lights joined by a light strip and a redesigned bumper.

Interior

The new Kia Carens is likely to continue with both 6- and 7-seater layouts. It’s expected to get a refreshed dashboard design with major changes such as new AC vents, more soft touch materials, an updated centre console, and possibly new seat upholstery in a different theme. 

Features & Safety

The 2025 Kia Carens is expected to be updated with some new features like dual 12.3-inch displays similar to the Syros, dual-zone auto ac, powered co-driver’s seat with boss mode and panoramic sunroof. The 6-seater variant could even come with rear ventilated seats for extra comfort as well as rear entertainment screens. It will also retain many existing features from the current model, such as ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, powered driver’s seat and a wireless phone charger. 

In terms of safety, the updated Carens should offer six airbags (as standard), along with electronic stability control (ESC), and front and rear parking sensors. Additionally, it could also feature a 360-degree camera and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

Powertrain Options

The new Kia Carens is expected to continue with its familiar powertrain options, specification of which are mentioned below:

*iMT- Intelligent Manual Transmission (clutchless manual), DCT- Dual-clutch automatic transmission

Expected Price & Rivals

The 2025 Kia Carens is expected to launch with a starting price of Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom). It will be a premium alternative to the Maruti Ertiga, XL6, and Toyota Rumion, while also offering a more affordable option compared to the Toyota Innova Crysta, Toyota Innova Hycross, and Maruti Invicto.

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