Kia Carens vs Lotus Eletre

Last Updated: October 31, 2026

Kia Carens price starts at Rs. 11.12 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.44 Crore cheaper than the base variant of Lotus Eletre, priced at Rs. 2.55 Crore. In terms of efficiency, the Eletre offers a claimed 600 km/charge. On the performance front, the Carens uses a 1497cc engine producing 113bhp@6300rpm and the Eletre a 112kWh battery producing 603bhp. If you're deciding between the Carens and Eletre, the Carens is the better pick for affordability, while the Eletre stands out for top speed.

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Carens vs Eletre Comparison Summary

Specification Kia CarensLotus Eletre
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 11.12 LakhRs. 2.55 Crore
Mileage / Range Not Available600 km/charge
Engine / Battery 1497 cc112 kWh
Max power / Motor 113bhp@6300rpm603bhp
Top speed 174 Km/h258 Km/h

Carens vs Eletre Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Carens Premium OptLotus Eletre Base
Rating
142 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Kia Lotus
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.12 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.55 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1497 cc Not Available
Body Type MUV SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 113bhp@6300rpm 603bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 Not Available
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 1-Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Lotus Eletre Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Electric(Battery)
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 Not Available
Boot Space 216 Liters 688 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Airbags 6 Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 21,509 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 4,93,285 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 53,676 Carens Insurance Rs. 9.80 Lakh Eletre Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1497 cc
Not Available
Engine Type
Smartstream
Not Available
Motor Power
Not Available
450
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
112 kWh
Max Power
113bhp@6300rpm
603bhp
Range
Not Available
600 km/charge
Max Torque
143.8Nm@4500rpm
710Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
4
Not Available
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
1-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
No
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Kerb Weight
Not Available
2490 Kg
Turbo Charger
No
Not Available
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Charging Port
Not Available
AC TYPE 2
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
22
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
355

Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
Not Available
4.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
174 Km/h
258 Km/h

Wheels Type
Steel with Cover
Not Available
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
Multi-link suspension
Suspension Rear
Rear twist beam
Multi-link suspension
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
Not Available
Wheel Size
15
22
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Ventilated Seats
No
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
"Electrically Adjustable Front Row Air Vents, 2nd Row - B Pillar Air Vents, 2nd Row - Electrically Adjustable Air Vents on Rear of Centre Console, Metal Tread Plates, Vanity Mirror and Light (Driver and Passenger), 2 Cup Holders in Centre Console, Front and Rear Grab Handles, 2nd Row Hanging Hook, Hard Parcel Shelf, Under Luggage Compartment Floor Storage, 5-Seat Layout, Front Seats Integrated Headrests,4-Way Electric Adjustable Steering Column With Memory, Electrical Steering Column Lock, INTERIOR THEMES JASPER RED / BLACK, MAGNETITE ANTHRACITE / GREY(optional), interior carbon pack (console panel, switch panels on the doors, seat switch panels, interior light control panel, seat backrest decoration panel, central armrest decoration panel (only for executive pack) (optional)"
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
12.6
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
No
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Semi-Leatherette
Leather
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
216 Liters
688 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
"Matrix LEDAdaptive Driving Beam HeadlamAdaptive Driving Beamp, 20’’ 5-SPOKE AERO WHEEL,4 PISTONS – FRONT GREY CALIPERS, 22” 10-SPOKED DIAMOND CUT GREY WHEEL(optional), INTELLIGENT GLASS ROOF (optional), MICROFIBRE & CARBON STEERING WHEEL (Only when Interior Carbon Pack is chosen in Magnetite and Gold) (optional),"
ORVM
Powered
Not Available
Boot Opening
Manual
Automatic
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
Yes
LED Taillights
No
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
No
Optional
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
No
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4540*1800*1708 mm3
5103*2231*1636 mm3
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
194 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
"Auto Folding Exterior Mirrors with Memory, Automatic 4 Zone Climate Control, Multifunction Heated Steering Wheel, Keyless Automatic Start, Key Card with NFC Function, RNC (Road Noise Control), Touch Sensitive Light Switches, Glove Box with Electric Lock, Power Adjustable Front Seats (8 Way), Front Seats Power Lumber Support (4 Way), Heated Front Seats, Memory Front Seats & Driver Seat Greeting Function, Rear Seats Manual Headrest (2 Way), Foldable Rear Center Armrest with Integrated Cup Holders,"
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
No
Yes
Massage Seats
No
Front
Memory Functions For Seat
No
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
No
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
No
Full
Drive Modes
No
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
15
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Yes
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
"Matrix LEDAdaptive Driving Beam HeadlamAdaptive Driving Beamp, 20’’ 5-SPOKE AERO WHEEL,4 PISTONS – FRONT GREY CALIPERS, 22” 10-SPOKED DIAMOND CUT GREY WHEEL(optional), INTELLIGENT GLASS ROOF (optional), MICROFIBRE & CARBON STEERING WHEEL (Only when Interior Carbon Pack is chosen in Magnetite and Gold) (optional),"
No of Tweeter
2
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Rear Folding Table
No
Not Available
Auxillary Input
Not Available
Yes
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
No
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
8 inch
15.1 Inch
Lumbar Support
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
8.0
Air Quality Control
No
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
No
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
No
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice assisted sunroof
No
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
No
Front Only
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Not Available
No
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
No

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Driver and Passenger
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
Driver
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Driver
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Not Available
Exterior Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Airbags
6
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
8
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Management
"LiDAR System (3 Deployable, 1 Fixed), Air Quality System, PM 2.5 Filter, Keyless Entry and Exit, Escape Switch in Luggage Compartment, Esc (electronic stability control), Tcs (traction control system), Hdc (hill descent control), Eba (electronic brake assist), Arp (anti-rollover program), Hsa (hill start assist), Icc (integrated chassis control), Epwi (electrical brake pad wear indicator), Pib (post-impact braking), Lotus Pilot Pack (DMS (Driver Monitoring System), RCW (Rear Collision Warning), ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking), TSI (Traffic Sign Information), DOW (Door Open Warning), RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Assist), BSD (Blind Spot Detection), LKA (Lane Keeping Aid), FCTA (Front Cross Traffic Assist), VPA (Visual Park Assist), Front and Rear Parking Assist, Warning triangle, Safety vests ), Tpms (tyre pressure monitoring system), Epb (electronic pa
Global NCAP Safety Rating
3 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
Front
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Flip Key
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
No
Yes
Driver Attention Warning
No
Not Available
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
No
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
No
Yes
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
No
Not Available
Speed Assist System
No
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
Not Available
Road Depature Mitigation System
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
No
Not Available
Google / Alexa Connectivity
No
Not Available
SOS Button
No
Not Available
RSA
No
Not Available
Live Location
No
Not Available
Remote Immobiliser
No
Not Available
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
No
Not Available
Navigation With Live Traffic
No
Not Available
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
No
Not Available
Live Weather
No
Not Available
ECall And ICall
No
Not Available
Save Route Place
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
No
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available

rearTread
Not Available
1684 mm
towingCapacity
Not Available
2250

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Carens
  • Distinctive looks
  • Great presence
  • Plenty of practical touches
  • Comprehensive powertrain options and an attractive price point
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
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which engine suits Indian roads better: petrol or diesel in the Carens?
  • Both petrol and diesel engine options in the Kia Carens are suitable for Indian road conditions. The petrol engine generally offers smoother and quieter performance, making it suitable for everyday use, while the diesel engine provides better torque and fuel efficiency, which can be beneficial in varied driving conditions. The final choice depends on individual driving requirements, usage pattern, and overall ownership preferences. You may connect with the nearest dealership for further assistance. Click on the link to know the dealership details: https://www.zigwheels.com/dealers/kia
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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Kia Carens Vs Lotus Eletre FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Carens vs Lotus Eletre?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Carens vs Lotus Eletre?
The Kia Carens is cheaper than Lotus Eletre by ₹2.44 Crore.
Which car offers better performance Kia Carens vs Lotus Eletre?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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