Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar OG

Last Updated: November 10, 2026

Kia Carens price starts at Rs. 12.98 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.01 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra Thar OG, priced at Rs. 18.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Carens uses a 1493cc engine producing 114bhp@4000rpm and the Thar a 2184cc engine producing 150bhp@3750rpm. If you're deciding between the Carens and Thar, the Carens is the better pick for affordability, while the Thar stands out for performance.

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Carens vs Thar Comparison Summary

Specification Kia CarensMahindra Thar OG
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.98 LakhRs. 18.99 Lakh
Engine 1493 cc2184 cc
Max power 114bhp@4000rpm150bhp@3750rpm
Top speed 174 Km/hNot Available

Carens vs Thar Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Carens Premium Opt DieselMahindra Thar OG 2.2L ZXT 4WD Diesel AT
Rating
142 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name Kia Mahindra
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.98 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1493 cc 2184 cc
Body Type MUV SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 114bhp@4000rpm 150bhp@3750rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD 4WD
Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Mahindra Thar Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Tyre Size 205/65 R16 255/60 R19
Boot Space 216 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Airbags 6 6
EMI
Rs. 25,107 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 36,735 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
Not Available
Insurance Carens Insurance Thar Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
1493 cc
2184 cc
Engine Type
CRDi VGT
D22 mHawk
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
2184 cc
Max Power
114bhp@4000rpm
150bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
330Nm@1500-3000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Gearbox
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Drive Mode Types
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
55 Liters
Top Speed
174 Km/h
Not Available

steeringGearType
Not Available
Rack & Pinion
Wheels Type
Steel with Cover
Not Available
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
Double wishbone suspension
Suspension Rear
Rear twist beam
Multi-link, Solid Axle
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
205/65 R16
255/60 R19
Wheel Size
16
19
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless All-Terrain

Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
Not Available
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
No
Not Available
Upholstery
Semi-Leatherette
Leatherette
Digital Cluster
Yes
Analog with MID
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
4
Boot Space
216 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
No
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
No
Not Available
LED Taillights
No
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
No
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
No
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Antenna
Shark Fin
Fender-mounted
LED Headlamps
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4540*1800*1708 mm3
3995*1870*1855 mm3
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
232 mm

Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Electronic Locking Differential
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
No
No
Massage Seats
No
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
No
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
No
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
No
Not Available
Drive Modes
No
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
4
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wired
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
Electronic Locking Differential
No of Tweeter
2
2
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Folding Table
No
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
No
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
Yes
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
8 inch
10.25 inch
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
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
No
Not Available
Rear Touchscreen
No
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
No
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
No
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
No
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Not Available
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side
Exterior Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Airbags
6
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Management
Roll Cage
Global NCAP Safety Rating
3 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Flip Key
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
With Guidedlines

Automatic Emergency Braking
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

approachAngle
Not Available
40 °
breakOverAngle
Not Available
26.4 °
departureAngle
Not Available
36 °

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 OG FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar OG?
As per the users experiences Kia Carens is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your car. But Mahindra Thar OG is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and safety. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar OG?
The Kia Carens is cheaper than Mahindra Thar OG by ₹6.01 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar OG?
For the Premium Opt Diesel version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Carens produces 114bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque. Whereas for the 2.2L ZXT 4WD Diesel AT version, 2184 cc Diesel engine of Thar produces 150bhp@3750rpm of power and 330Nm@1500-3000rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra Thar OG has better performance.

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