Citroen C3 vs Kia Carens

Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 10.51 Lakh which is Rs. 4.35 Lakh costlier than base model of Citroen C3 priced at Rs. 6.16 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Citroen C3 (Petrol Model) is 19.3 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Carens (Diesel Model) is 21 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Citroen C3 (Top Model) is powered by 1198 cc engine , while Kia Carens (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine. The Comparison Citroen C3 Puretech 110 Shine DT AT vs Kia Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

C3 vs Carens

Key Highlights C3 Puretech 110 Shine DT ATCarens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR
Engine Type 1.2L PureTech 110 CRDi VGT
Max Power 108bhp@5500rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info Citroen C3 Puretech 110 Shine DT ATKia Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR
Rating
140 reviews
128 reviews
Brand Name Citroen Kia
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.14 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 19.93 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1199 cc 1493 cc
Body Type Hatchback,SUVAll Hatchback Cars MUVAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 108bhp@5500rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Citroen C3 Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 19.3 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 205/65 R16
Boot Space 315 Liters 210 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 19,631 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 38,571 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 50,102 C3 Insurance Rs. 86,136 Carens Insurance
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Engine Type
1.2L PureTech 110
CRDi VGT
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1493 cc
Max Power
108bhp@5500rpm
114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
205Nm@1750-2500rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
Kerb Weight
987 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
...
NORMAL|ECO|SPORT

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
30 Liters
45 Liters
Top Speed
...
174 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
19.3 Kmpl
...
Mileage (City)
15.18 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
20.27 kmpl
16 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
4.98 m
...
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
205/65 R16
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Interior Environment - Single Tone Black, Front & Rear Seat Integrated Headrest, AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents, Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome, Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Orange/Anodized Grey) Depends on exterior body/roof colour, AC Vents (Side) - Glossy Black Outer Ring, Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear Lever Surround, Steering Wheel, INSTRUMENTATION(Tripmeter, Distance to Empty, Digital Cluster, Average Fuel Consumption, Low Fuel Warning Lamp, Gear Shift Indicator)
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 Projectio
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
Seating Capacity
5
6
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
315 Liters
210 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Chrome Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron, Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers, Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, Sash Tape - A/B&C Pillar, Body Coloured Outside Door Handles, Wheel Arch Cladding, Roof Rails - Glossy Black, High Gloss Black ORVMs, Skid Plate - Front & Rear, Front Fog Lamp, Diamond Cut Alloy
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
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
3981*1733*1604 mm3
4540*1800*1708 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
2780 mm

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 kg), Parcel Shelf, Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel, Smartphone Storage - Rear Console
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 butto
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Additional Entertainment Features
C-Buddy Personal Assistant Applicatio
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 Functio
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Autonomous Parking
...
Not Available
Drive Modes
...
3
No of Speakers
4
8
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Touch Screen Size
...
10.1 inch
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Voice assisted sunroof
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Single Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Vehicle Stability Management, High Mount Stop Lamp with Emergency Stop Signal
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
...
Speed Assist System
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
...
Road Depature Mitigation System
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Remote Ac On Off
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Citroen C3
  • Distinctive and stylish design
  • Comfortable and spacious interior
  • strong air con
  • Good ride quality
  • Good handling
  • Good value for money
Kia Carens
  • Distinctive looks
  • great presence
  • plenty of practical touches
  • comprehensive powertrain options and an attractive price point
Citroen C3
  • Small trunk
  • Limited availability in some regions
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors.
Kia Carens
  • Misses out on some wow features
  • SUV lovers may find it's people mover looks a little hit or miss
  • could have done with larger rims.

Is Citroen C3 Better Than Kia Carens?

62% users have chosen Citroen C3 over Kia Carens in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 461 users have also rated Citroen C3 and Kia Carens on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Kia Carens has out rated Citroen C3 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor C3 Carens
Mileage 3.7 4.2
Performance 4.1 4.4
Comfort 4.5 4.6
Maintenance 3.6 4.0
Safety 3.9 4.2
Features 4.2 4.6
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Q. Which one is the best, Citroen C3 or Toyota Glanza?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte, Citroen C3 packs in the presence and space of a mini SUV at the price of a hatchback that's comfortable over a variety of road conditions. But it also lacks some essentials like powered adjustable mirrors or windshield wipers and other creature comforts that its rivals have gotten us accustomed to. On the other hand, if you are looking for a hatch that ticks a lot of boxes, the Glanza is a great option. There's a decent features list, efficient engine options, and more space than a number of more expensive sedans. So, if your priorities are spacious cabin, fuel efficiency and decent features, and power performance, you may go for Glanza. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which car is the best, Carens or Innova Crysta?
  • The Carens immediately comes across as a practical all-rounder with the right pricing to make it a proper disruptor. It’s when you want these qualities combined with better interior quality, more features, a stronger safety package, and more sophisticated drive options, that you should consider the Carens. On the hand, Toyota Innova Crysta is an MPV segment car and it would be a reliable package, if you require a comfortable car for a large family and want good power delivery, safety, and a spacious cabin, you may go for Innova Crysta. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which car offers more comfortable driving, Carens or Seltos?
  • The Seltos continues to impress with added standard safety and claimed better ride quality. It is a vehicle you can’t go wrong with. Because of its high wow factor, it attracts a lot of attention. More importantly, it backs it up with a solid and sensible personality too. The Carens, On the other hand, immediately comes across as a no-nonsense, practical all-rounder with the right pricing to make it a proper disruptor. It’s when you want these qualities combined with better interior quality, more features, a stronger safety package and more sophisticated drive options, that you should consider the Carens. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired brand and city for dealership details.
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Citroen C3 Vs Kia Carens FAQs

Which car is best between Citroen C3 vs Kia Carens?
Kia Carens has out rated Citroen C3 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Citroen C3 vs Kia Carens?
The Citroen C3 is cheaper than Kia Carens by Rs. 9.79 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Citroen C3 vs Kia Carens?
For the Puretech 110 Shine DT AT version, 1199 cc Petrol engine of C3 produces 108bhp@5500rpm of power and 205Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Carens produces 114.41bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Citroen C3 has better performance.

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