Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar

Last Updated: August 11, 2026

Mahindra Thar price starts at Rs. 10.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 69,900 cheaper than the base variant of Kia Carens, priced at Rs. 11.02 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Carens offers a claimed 12.6 kmpl, while the Thar delivers 9 kmpl. On the performance front, the Carens uses a 1497cc engine producing 113.42bhp@6300rpm and the Thar a 1497cc engine producing 116.93bhp@3500rpm. If you're deciding between the Carens and Thar, the Thar is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Carens stands out for mileage.

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Carens vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Kia CarensMahindra Thar
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 11.02 LakhRs. 10.32 Lakh
Mileage 12.6 kmpl9 kmpl
Engine 1497 cc1497 cc
Max power 113.42bhp@6300rpm116.93bhp@3500rpm
Top speed 174 Km/hNot Available

Carens vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Carens Premium OptMahindra Thar AXT RWD Diesel
Rating
140 reviews
269 reviews
Brand Name Kia Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 11.02 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1497 cc
Body Type MUV SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 113.42bhp@6300rpm 116.93bhp@3500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Tyre Size 195/65 R15 245/75 R16
Boot Space 216 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control No No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 21,316 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 19,964 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 53,308 Carens Insurance Rs. 50,735 Thar Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1497 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
Smartstream
D117 CRDe
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
1497 cc
Max Power
113.42bhp@6300rpm
116.93bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque
144Nm@4500rpm
300Nm@1750-2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Fuel Supply System
Di
Not Available
Turbo Charger
No
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Top Speed
174 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (City)
12.6 kmpl
9 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
15.58 kmpl
11 kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinio
Suspension Front
Not Available
2
Suspension Rear
6
3
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Not Available
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
245/75 R16
Wheel Size
15
16
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless All-Terrai

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
4.2 inch
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
No
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Fabric
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Sami (Monochrome)
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
4
Doors
5
3
Boot Space
216 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
No
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
No
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Powered
Manual
Boot Opening
Electronic
Manual
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
No
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
LED Taillights
No
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Side Stepper
No
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Grille
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Antenna
Shark Fi
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4540*1800*1708 mm3
3985*1820*1850 mm3
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
226 mm
No. Of Doors
5
3

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Smart Phone Wireless Charger with (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
Not Available
Rear Entertainment System
No
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
No
Apple CarPlay
Yes
No
Bluetooth
Yes
No
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Smart Phone Wireless Charger with (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
Not Available
No of Tweeter
2
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Cupholders
Front & Rear
Not Available
Rear Window Sunblind
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
No
Rear Folding Table
No
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
No
Cruise Control
No
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
8 inch
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
No
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Not Available
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
No
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
No
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
No
Powered Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
Speakers Front
Yes
No
Speakers Rear
Yes
No
Automatic Headlamps
No
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
No
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Management, High Mount Stop Lamp with Emergency Stop Signal
Roll Cage
Global NCAP Safety Rating
3 Star
4 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
4 Star
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
3
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
No

Automatic Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
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
Not Available
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
No
Not Available
Speed Assist System
No
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
Not Available
Road Depature Mitigation System
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available

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

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 Mahindra Thar FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar?
As per the users experiences Kia Carens is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and features in your car. But Mahindra Thar is better on the grounds of performance and safety. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar?
The Mahindra Thar is cheaper than Kia Carens by ₹69,900.
Which car offers better performance Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar?
For the Premium Opt version, 1497 cc Petrol engine of Carens produces 113.42bhp@6300rpm of power and 144Nm@4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the AXT RWD Diesel version, 1497 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 116.93bhp@3500rpm of power and 300Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Carens has better performance.

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