Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens

Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 10.51 Lakh which is Rs. 4.52 Lakh costlier than base model of Hyundai Exter priced at Rs. 5.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hyundai Exter (Petrol Model) is 19.2 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Carens (Diesel Model) is 21 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Hyundai Exter (Top Model) is powered by 1197 cc engine , while Kia Carens (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine.

Exter vs Carens

Key Highlights Exter SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMTCarens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR
Engine Type 1.2 l Kappa CRDi VGT
Max Power 81.8bhp@6000rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 19.2 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info Hyundai Exter SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMTKia Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STRRenault Kiger RXE
Rating
105 reviews
128 reviews
166 reviews
Brand Name Hyundai Kia Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.42 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 19.93 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 5.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 1493 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 81.8bhp@6000rpm 114.41bhp@4000rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox 5 Speed AMT 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Hyundai Exter Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Renault Kiger Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.2 Kmpl ... 19.17 Kmpl
Tyre Size 175/65 R15 205/65 R16 195/60
Boot Space ... 210 Liters 405 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Yes No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 20,172 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 38,571 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,607 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost ...
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
...
Insurance Rs. 51,133 Exter Insurance Rs. 86,136 Carens Insurance Rs. 28,927 Kiger Insurance
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Engine Type
1.2 l Kappa
CRDi VGT
1.0L Energy
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1493 cc
999 cc
Max Power
81.8bhp@6000rpm
114.41bhp@4000rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
113.8Nm@4000rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
96Nm@3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
5 Speed AMT
6-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
MPFi
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
...
NORMAL|ECO|SPORT
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
45 Liters
40 Liters
Top Speed
...
174 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
19.2 Kmpl
...
19.17 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
...
...
15 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
16 kmpl
17 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
175/65 R15
205/65 R16
195/60
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
...
Ventilated Seats
...
...
Additional Interior Features
Inside rear view mirror(Telematics switches (SOS, RSA & Bluelink),Interior garnish with 3D pattern,Painted black AC vents,Black theme interiors with red accents & stitching,Sporty metal pedals,Metal scuff plate,Footwell lighting(Red),Floor mats,Leatherette Steering wheel,Gear knob,Chrome finish(Gear knob),Chrome finish(Parking lever tip),Metal finish inside door handles,Digital cluster(Digital cluster with colour TFT MID, Multiple regional UI language)
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
Muted melange seat upholstery,8.9 cm LED instrument cluster
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
...
Seating Capacity
5
6
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
...
210 Liters
405 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Black painted radiator grille,Exclusive Knight emblem,Front & rear skid plate(Black),Black painted roof rails,Black painted rear spoiler,Black painted C pillar garnish,Black painted rear garnish,Body colored(Bumpers),Body colored(Outside door mirrors,Outside door handles),Knight exclusive(Front red bumper insert,Tailgate red insert,Black painted side sill garnish),Red front brake calipers,A pillar black out tape,B pillar & window line black out tape,Front & rear mudguard
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
C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,3-spoke steering wheel,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
3815*1710*1631 mm3
4540*1800*1708 mm3
3991*1750*1605 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2780 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
...
205 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Eco coating,Rear parcel tray,Battery saver & AMS
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
PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone hor
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
With Storage
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Battery Saver
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Infotainment system(Multiple regional UI language),Infotainment system(Ambient sounds of nature)
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
...
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Not Available
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Not Available
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
...
3
...
No of Speakers
...
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
Front
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Bench Folding
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
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Single Pane
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
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
...
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Dashcam with dual camera,Inside handle over ride (Driver only),3 Point seat belts (All seats),Emergency stop signal
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
Hyundai Exter
  • Smooth and refined engine
  • generous cabin space
  • rich features list
  • comfortable ride quality
Kia Carens
  • Distinctive looks
  • great presence
  • plenty of practical touches
  • comprehensive powertrain options and an attractive price point
Hyundai Exter
  • Cabin width is best suited to 4 occupants
  • engine’s highway performance is average
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 Kia Carens Better Than Hyundai Exter?

75% users have chosen Kia Carens over Hyundai Exter in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 419 users have also rated Kia Carens and Hyundai Exter on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Kia Carens is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your car. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
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 Exter Carens
Mileage 4.2 3.7
Performance 4.4 4.0
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 4.0 3.7
Safety 4.2 4.2
Features 4.6 4.4
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Kia Carens Comparison with Similar Cars

Latest News on Hyundai Exter, Kia Carens and Renault Kiger

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is the best, Punch or Exter?
  • The Hyundai E x t e r and Tata Punch are both great cars, and it really depends on your individual needs and preferences which one is best for you. Here is a comparison of the two cars to help you decide: >Hyundai E x t e rPros:More spacious interiorSmoother rideBetter fuel efficiency (petrol)More features (top-end variants)Cons:More expensiveNot as rugged as the PunchNot as many customization options>Tata PunchPros:More ruggedMore customizableMore affordableCons:Less spacious interiorBumpier rideWorse fuel efficiency (petrol)Fewer features (top-end variants)Tata Punch carIf you are looking for a spacious and comfortable car with good fuel efficiency, the Hyundai E x t e r is a good choice. However, if you are looking for a more rugged and customizable car with a lower price tag, the Tata Punch is a better option.Ultimately, the best way to decide which car is right for you is to test drive both of them and see which one you prefer.Here are some additional factors to consider when making your decision:Your budget: The Hyundai E x t e r is more expensive than the Tata Punch.Your needs: If you need a spacious car with good fuel efficiency, the Hyundai E x t e r is a good choice. If you need a more rugged car with a lower price tag, the Tata Punch is a better option.Your preferences: Consider the features that are important to you, such as a sunroof, a touchscreen infotainment system, or a connected car system.
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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Exter Vs Carens Vs Renault Kiger FAQs

Which car is best between Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens?
Kia Carens is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens?
The Hyundai Exter is cheaper than Kia Carens by Rs. 9.51 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Hyundai Exter vs Kia Carens?
For the SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMT version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Exter produces 81.8bhp@6000rpm of power and 113.8Nm@4000rpm 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 Hyundai Exter has better performance.

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