Kia Carens vs Mahindra XUV400 EV
Should you buy Kia Carens or Mahindra XUV400 EV? 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. Kia Carens price starts at Rs 10.52 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mahindra XUV400 EV price starts Rs 15.49 Lakh ex-showroom for EC Pro 345 kWh (Electric).
Carens Vs XUV400 EV
| Key Highlights | Kia Carens | Mahindra XUV400 EV |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.23,10,051* | Rs.20,38,622* |
| Range (km) | - | 456 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | - | 39.4 |
| Charging Time | - | 6H 30 Min-AC-7.2 kW (0-100%) |
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Kia Carens vs Mahindra XUV400 EV Comparison
- Kia Carens
- Premium Diesel (Diesel) 12.67 Lakh*
- Premium Opt Diesel (Diesel) 12.92 Lakh*
- Prestige Diesel (Diesel) 14.02 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Diesel (Diesel) 15.47 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Opt Diesel AT (Diesel) 16.57 Lakh*
- Luxury Diesel (Diesel) 17.17 Lakh*
- Luxury Diesel iMT (Diesel) 17.27 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus 6 STR Diesel (Diesel) 18.17 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel (Diesel) 18.17 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel iMT (Diesel) 18.37 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel iMT 6 STR (Diesel) 18.37 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.12 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus Diesel AT 6 STR (Diesel) 19.22 Lakh*
- X-Line Diesel AT 6 STR (Diesel) 19.67 Lakh*
- Premium (Petrol) 10.52 Lakh*
- Premium Opt (Petrol) 10.92 Lakh*
- Prestige (Petrol) 11.97 Lakh*
- Prestige Opt (Petrol) 12.12 Lakh*
- Prestige Opt 6 STR (Petrol) 12.12 Lakh*
- Premium Opt iMT (Petrol) 12.42 Lakh*
- Prestige iMT (Petrol) 13.62 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus iMT (Petrol) 14.92 Lakh*
- Prestige Plus Opt DCT (Petrol) 16.12 Lakh*
- Luxury iMT (Petrol) 16.72 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus iMT 6 STR (Petrol) 17.77 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus iMT (Petrol) 17.82 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus DCT (Petrol) 18.72 Lakh*
- Luxury Plus DCT 6 STR (Petrol) 19.22 Lakh*
- X-Line DCT (Petrol) 19.22 Lakh*
- X-Line DCT 6 STR (Petrol) 19.22 Lakh*
Rs19.67 LakhVS - Mahindra XUV400 EV
- EC (Electric) 15.49 Lakh*
- EC Fast Charger (Electric) 16.74 Lakh*
- EC Pro 34.5 kWh (Electric) 15.49 Lakh*
- EL Fast Charger (Electric) 19.19 Lakh*
- EL Fast Charger DT (Electric) 19.39 Lakh*
- EL Pro 34.5 kWh (Electric) 16.74 Lakh*
- EL Pro 39.4 kWh (Electric) 17.49 Lakh*
- EL Pro DT 34.5 kWh (Electric) 16.94 Lakh*
- EL Pro DT 39.4 kWh (Electric) 17.69 Lakh*
Rs19.39 Lakh
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.23,10,051* | Rs.20,38,622* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.44,860/month | Rs.38,800/month |
| Insurance | Rs.70,819 Carens Insurance | Rs.80,232 XUV400 EV Insurance |
| User Rating | ||
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.3,854 | - |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge.✕ | - | ₹ 0.86/km |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | CRDi VGT | Not applicable |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1493 | Not applicable |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 4 4 Cylinder Cars | Not applicable |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output.✕ | Not applicable | Yes |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 21 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | - |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | ZEV |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | McPherson Strut with coil spring | MacPherson Strut with Anti Roll Bar |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Twist Beam with Coil Spring |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4540 | 4200 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1800 | 1821 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1708 | 1634 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2780 | 3210 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | - |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl Imperial Blue Gravity Gray Carens Colors | Everest White Napoli Black Dualtone Infinity Blue Galaxy Grey Everest White Dualtone Infinity Blue Dualtone Nebula Blue Arctic Blue Napoli Black Galaxy Grey Dualtone +1 MoreXUV400 EV Colors |
| Body Type | MUV All MUV Cars | SUV All SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | - |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | No | - |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Oncoming Lane Mitigation | No | - |
| Speed Assist System | No | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Front Sound system located near the dashboard or in the doors at the front of the car. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear Sound system speakers located at the back of the car. Usually found in the rear door panels or in the boot.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
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Pros and Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- 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
- Claimed range of 456km is impressive and higher than its main rival, the Tata Nexon EV Max
- Promises top-notch quality and driving fun like the XUV300 but with more size, space and practicality
- Features: Drive modes, touchscreen infotainment with OTA, sunroof and more
- Performance: 0-100kmph in just 8.3 seconds!
- Based on a global NCAP 5-star crash safety rated platform
Kia Carens
Mahindra XUV400 EV
- Missing some premium features
- Looks more like an MPV, than an SUV
- 16-inch wheels look small on the overall large side profile
- Copper contrast panels may not be to everyone’s taste, especially if you prefer subtle styling
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Which car is cheaper between Kia Carens and Mahindra XUV400 EV?
Kia Carens price starts at ₹ 10.52 Lakh & Mahindra XUV400 EV price starts at ₹ 15.49 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carens is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi