Kia Carens 2022 Review: Why so curious?
- Jan 29, 2022
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The Kia Carens Gravity edition was launched very recently, with prices ranging from Rs 12.10 lakh to Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom). The special addition is based on the lower-spec Premium (O) variant of the MPV and it adds a couple of features to this specific variant. This edition is a good option for those who want the lower-spec variants of the Carens, but with more creature comforts. In this report, we take you through the Carens Gravity edition using 10 real-life images:
As mentioned earlier, the special edition is based on the Premium (O) variant of the Carens, but comes at an approximate premium of Rs 1 lakh over its donor variant. Here is a look at its powertrain-wise pricing:
Variant |
Carens Premium (O) |
Carens Gravity Edition Price |
1.5-litre NA Petrol MT |
Rs 11.06 lakh |
Rs 12.10 lakh |
1.5-litre Turbo-petrol iMT |
Rs 12.56 lakh |
Rs 13.50 lakh |
1.5-litre Diesel MT |
Rs 13.06 lakh |
Rs 14 lakh |
Here’s what you get for around Rs 1 lakh more:
Usually, special editions bring in many cosmetic enhancements. But with the Carens Gravity edition, there are no changes made design-wise. However, you get the “Gravity Edition” badging on the front door which helps you to know that it is the special edition of the MPV.
Similar to the Premium (O) variant, it gets halogen headlights, and misses on the LED lighting elements available with higher-spec trims. It sits on 16-inch steel wheels and features body coloured door handles.
It misses out on LED taillights, but sports a shark fin antenna and a roof mounted spoiler which comes with the brake light bar.
The interior is where the special edition starts making sense. For starters, it comes with faux black leatherette seats instead of the fabric ones offered with the donor variant. Further uplifting the feel of the cabin are the flat bottom steering wheel and a leather finish for the door and armrests.
Furthermore, it also gets a dash cam, a single-pane sunroof, LED map and room lamps over the variant it is based on. Introducing these features with the special edition makes these niceties much more accessible and affordable.
Features that are common with the Premium (O) variant of the MPV includes an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, keyless entry, electrically adjustable ORVMs, steering-mounted audio controls, and a 6-speaker sound system.
Passenger safety features include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), all-wheel disc brakes, and a rear parking camera with sensors.
The Gravity edition is available with all the powertrains offered with the Carens. These include a naturally aspirated petrol, a turbo-petrol and a diesel engine. However, you can’t have this engine with the automatic transmission options. Here are its detailed specifications:
Engine |
1.5-litre NA petrol |
1.5-litre turbo-petrol |
1.5-litre diesel |
Power |
115 PS |
160 PS |
116 PS |
Torque |
144 Nm |
253 Nm |
250 Nm |
Transmission |
6-speed MT |
6-speed iMT |
6-speed MT |
The Kia Carens Gravity Edition’s prices range from Rs 12.10 lakh to Rs 14 lakh. Prices of the standard Carens range from Rs 10.51 lakh to Rs 19.93 lakh (ex-showroom). It is a more premium alternative to the Maruti Ertiga, Maruti XL6, and Toyota Rumion. It is a slightly cheaper alternative to the Toyota Innova Crysta.
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