Kia Carens vs Maruti Ertiga

Kia Carens Price starts at Rs. 10.51 Lakh which is Rs. 1.82 Lakh costlier than base model of Maruti Ertiga priced at Rs. 8.69 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kia Carens (Diesel Model) is 21 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Maruti Ertiga (Petrol Model) is 20.3 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kia Carens (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine , while Maruti Ertiga (Top Model) is powered by 1462 cc engine. The Comparison Kia Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR vs Maruti Ertiga ZXI Plus AT can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Carens vs Ertiga

Key Highlights Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STRErtiga ZXI Plus AT
Engine Type CRDi VGT K15C Smart Hybrid
Max Power 114.41bhp@4000rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 20.3 Kmpl
  1. Home ›
  2. New Cars ›
  3. Compare Cars ›
  4. Kia Carens vs Maruti Ertiga

Carens vs Ertiga Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Carens X-Line Diesel AT 6 STRMaruti Suzuki Ertiga ZXI Plus AT
Rating
181 reviews
301 reviews
Brand Name Kia Maruti Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.93 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 13.03 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1493 cc 1462 cc
Body Type MUV MUV
Max Power 114.41bhp@4000rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Kia Carens Colors
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) ... 20.3 Kmpl
Tyre Size 205/65 R16 185/65 R15
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 38,571 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 25,206 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 16,837 / 5 years
Rs. 26,088 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 71,853 Carens Insurance Rs. 39,189 Ertiga Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
Download Brochure

Engine Type
CRDi VGT
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
114.41bhp@4000rpm
101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
136.8Nm@4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
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
...
1150-1205 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
NORMAL|ECO|SPORT
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Top Speed
174 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
...
20.3 Kmpl

Suspension Front
McPherson Strut with coil spring
Mac Pherson Strut & Coil Spring
Suspension Rear
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Torsion Beam & Coil Spring
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
...
5.2
Tyre Size
205/65 R16
185/65 R15
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
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
Sculpted Dashboard with Metallic Teak-Wooden Finish, Metallic Teak-Wooden Finish on Door Trims (Front),3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats with Recline function, Flexible luggage space with Flat Fold (3rd Row), Plush Dual-Tone Seat Fabric, Front Seat Back Pockets, Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder, Dazzle Chrome Tipped Parking Brake Lever, Gear Shift Knob with Dazzle Chrome Finish, Split Type Luggage Board
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
Semi
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
64
...
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
6
7
Doors
5
5

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
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
3D Origami Style LED Tail Lamps, Dynamic Chrome Winged Front Grille, Floating Type Roof Design in Rear, New Back Door Garnish with Chrome Insert, Chrome Plated Door Handles,Body Coloured ORVMs
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4540*1800*1708 mm3
4395*1735*1690 mm3
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2380 mm

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
...
17.8 Cm Touchscreen SmartPlay Infotainment System, Tweeters 2, Apple Carplay, Android auto, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Scree
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
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
MID With Coloured TFT, Digital Clock, Outside Temperature Gauge, Fuel Consumption (Instantaneous and Avg), Headlamp On Warning, Air Cooled Twin Cup Holders (Console), Power Socket (12V) 2nd Row, 2nd Row Smart Phone Storage Space, Power Socket (12V) 3rd Row, Retractable ORVMs (Key Operated),Coin/Ticket Holder (Driver Side), Foot rest, Suzuki connect(Emergency Alerts, Breakdown notification, Stolen Vehicle Notification and Tracking, Time Fence, Trip Summary,, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance Around Destination, Vehicle location Sharing, Overspeed, AC Idling, Trip (Start & End), Low Fuel & Low Range, Dashboard View, Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Battery Health), Distance to Empty
USB Charger
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
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
SmartPlay Pro Touch Screen Infotainment System, Premium Sound System, Wireless android auto & apple carplay
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
3
...
No of Speakers
8
4
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
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
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
60:40 Split
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
Front & Rear
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
4
Brake Assist (BA)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Management, High Mount Stop Lamp with Emergency Stop Signal
Suzuki Heartect Platform
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
...
Smartwatch App
...
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
...
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
Remote Ac On Off
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Carens
  • Distinctive looks
  • great presence
  • plenty of practical touches
  • comprehensive powertrain options and an attractive price point
Maruti Ertiga
  • Looks better
  • four airbags in the top-end variant
  • 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters. CNG is available with more features
  • claimed efficiency gets a slight boost
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.
Maruti Ertiga
  • Not much change to the exterior. Power numbers have dropped slightly. Prices have jumped up.
Image
Do you own a Car or a Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike

Kia Carens Comparison with Similar Cars

Maruti Ertiga Comparison with Similar Cars

Latest News on Kia Carens and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a better option: Maruti Ertiga or Maruti XL6?
  • The Ertiga is still one of the most sensible family cars to buy on a budget. It is a very comfortable 7-seater family car with high fuel efficiency. On the other hand, the updates to the XL6 make it a better family MPV. Especially the added safety and convenience features are a welcome addition. The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers a better road presence with new safety and premium features are a welcome addition. 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. What is the difference between Ertiga ZXI and Ertiga ZXI Plus?
  • Reverse Camera is only for ZXI Plus model
  • Ertiga ZXI and ZXI Plus come with almost the same features, only one feature is different which is Cruise Control over the ZXI variant.
|Kia Carens Community

Kia Carens Vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga FAQs

Which car is cheaper Kia Carens vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?

The Maruti Ertiga is cheaper than Kia Carens by Rs. 6.90 Lakh.

Which car offers better performance Kia Carens vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?

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. Whereas for the ZXI Plus AT version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Ertiga produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 136.8Nm@4400rpm of torque

Images of Maruti Ertiga and Kia Carens

×
Recently Visited
Select Category
✖
✖