BMW X7 vs Kia Carens

Should you buy BMW X7 or Kia Carens? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW X7 price starts at Rs 1.31 Cr ex-showroom for xDrive40i M Sport (Petrol) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 11.41 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Opt (Petrol). X7 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X7 has a mileage of 14.31 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Carens has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Diesel top model).

X7 Vs Carens

Key Highlights	BMW X7	Kia Carens
On Road Price	Rs.1,59,23,258^*	Rs.15,56,518^*
Mileage (city)	-	12.6 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2993	1493
Transmission	Automatic	Manual

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BMW X7
Rs1.35 Cr^*
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Kia Carens
Rs13.16 Lakh^*
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BMW X7
xDrive40d M Sport
1.35 Cr^*
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Kia Carens
Premium Opt Diesel
13.16 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	xDrive40d M Sport	Premium Opt Diesel
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,59,23,258^*	Rs.15,56,518^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.3,03,088/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.30,531/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.5,51,358	Rs.52,141
User Rating	4.4 Based on 109 Reviews	4.4 Based on 478 Reviews
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Basic Information

xDrive40d M Sport

Premium Opt Diesel

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,59,23,258^*

Rs.15,56,518^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.3,03,088/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.30,531/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.5,51,358

Rs.52,141

User Rating

4.4

Based on 109 Reviews

4.4

Based on 478 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel	CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	2993	1493
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335.25bhp@4400rpm	114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	700Nm@1750-2250rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gearbox	8-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel

CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

2993

1493

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

335.25bhp@4400rpm

114.41bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	12.6
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	15.58
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	14.31	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	245	174
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	-	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	-	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	245	174
0-100kmph (Seconds)	5.9	-
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	-	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	16
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5181	4540
Width (mm)	2218	1800
Height (mm)	1835	1708
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	2780
Rear Tread (mm)	1703	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	2525	-
Seating Capacity	6	7
Boot Space (Litres)	300	216
No. of Doors	-	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	5 Zone	No
Air Quality Control	-	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	No
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	-	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	No
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	No
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Rear Curtain	Yes	-
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Additional Features	Servotronic Steering Assist,Comfort Access System,Soft Close function for doors,Automatic air conditioning with 5 zone control, with individualised climate control for front driver and passenger, rear left and right passengers including two additional air vents in the B pillars and 3rd row passengers,2 cupholders in centre armrest in rear/rear end of centre console for 2nd seat row and integrated in armrest for 3rd seat row,Comfort cushion made of alcantara for 2nd row outer seats,6 Seater 2comfort seats with armrest for passengers in the 2nd seat row,Wireless Smartphone Integration,Fully Remote Parking via smartphone,Automatic Start Stop function,Adaptive air flap control,Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, BMW Driving Experience Switch (Modes: ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and ADAPTIVE)	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, Driving Rear View Monitor W/o Button
Massage Seats	-	No
Memory Function Seats	Front	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	No
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	4	No
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	-	Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	-	No
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Voice assisted sunroof	-	No
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types	-	No
Air Conditioner	-	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	No
Automatic Headlamps	-	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

5 Zone

Air Quality Control

Remote Fuel Lid Opener

Interior
Tachometer	-	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	-	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Additional Features	"Door sill finishers with M designation,Individual Extended Leather Trim Merino,BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara Anthracite,Vehicle key with exclusive M lettering,BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Floor mats in Velour,Glass application CraftedClarity for interior elements,3rd Row seats fully foldable into floor of luggage compartment and dividable by 50:50,M Leather steering wheel including multifunction buttons, an M badge, steering wheel rim in leather ‘Walknappa’ Black with black stitching and contoured thumb rests,Power socket (12 V) 1x centre console front, centre console rear, luggage compartment on righ,Effective reduction of noise level in the interior,Less noise in the interior created by wind and engine,A comfortably peaceful ambience,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display,Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch Functionality,iDrive Controller,Augmented View in touch display, 15 pre-defined selectable light designs, X7 illuminated trim element on dashboard, customizable with ambient light setting, Welcome Light Carpet	Dark Metal Paint Dashbaord, Elite Two Tone Black and Beige Interiors, Premium Head Lining, Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint, Luggage Board
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	4.2
Upholstery	-	Fabric
Ambient Light Colour	-	No
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Seats

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Mineral White MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicMineral WhiteCarbon Black MetallicDravit Grey MetallicSparkling Copper Grey MetallicDravite Grey MetallicBlack Sapphire+3 MoreX7 Colours	Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	Yes	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	No
Wheel Covers	-	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	No
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	No
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	-	No
Chrome Garnish	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	No
LED Taillights	Yes	No
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	No
Additional Features	M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss	Digital Radiator Grille with Silver Decor, Body Colored Front & Rear Bumper, Wheel Arch and Side Moldings (black), Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Silver Surround Accents, Rear Bumper Garnish - Silver Garnish with Diamond Kunrling Pattern, Rear Skid Plate - ABP Color, Beltline - black, Black Side Door Garnish with Diamond Knurling Pattern, Body Colored Outisde Door Handles, Roof Rail Metal Paint, Star Map LED DRLs
Fog Lights	-	No
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	No
Boot Opening	-	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	-	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	16
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Wheel

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Mineral White MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicMineral WhiteCarbon Black MetallicDravit Grey Metallic+3 MoreX7 Colours

Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black Pearl+2 MoreCarens Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

MUVAll MUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	9	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )	-	3
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )	-	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	No
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	8
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	4
Rear Entertainment System	-	No
Additional Features	BMW Gesture Control, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Drive Recorder, Anti-Theft Recorder, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view	Wireless Phone Projection, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Rear Touchscreen	-	No
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW X7
- Strong road presence owing to its large size and sporty styling
- Generous cabin space makes it great for chauffeur-driven owners
- Rich interior quality and luxurious cabin design
- Punchy performance and sharp handling make it a joy to drive!
- Air suspension offers good ride comfort over different road conditions
- Loaded with features: Dual sunroofs, powered seats, 14.9-inch touchscreen with dial controller, 16-speaker Harman Kardon music system, heated and ventilated front seats
Kia Carens
- Looks unique, in a good way.
- Good presence with generous exterior dimensions
- Lots of practical elements integrated into the cabin
- Available in 6- and 7-seater configurations
- Turbo-petrol and diesel engine options
- Automatic transmission option with both engines

BMW X7
- Missing rear seat amenities: No rear entertainment screen, no tablet or remote controller for rear passengers, no massage seats
- Seats offer average underthigh support for tall passengers
- No adaptive cruise control
Kia Carens
- Missing some premium features
- Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
- 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile

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