Kia Carens vs MG Hector

Should you buy Kia Carens or MG Hector? 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 11.12 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Opt (Petrol) and MG Hector price starts Rs 11.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Style (Petrol). Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Hector has 1451 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carens has a mileage of - (Petrol top model) and the Hector has a mileage of 13.79 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Carens Vs Hector

Key Highlights	Kia Carens	MG Hector
On Road Price	Rs.12,92,684^*	Rs.22,18,269^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1497	1451
Transmission	Manual	Automatic

Kia Carens
Premium Opt
11.12 Lakh^*
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MG Hector
Savvy Pro CVT
19.19 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Premium Opt	Savvy Pro CVT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.12,92,684^*	Rs.22,18,269^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.25,387/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.43,096/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.53,675	Rs.83,379
User Rating	4.4 Based on 521 Reviews	4.4 Based on 357 Reviews
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Basic Information

Variant

Premium Opt

Savvy Pro CVT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.12,92,684^*

Rs.22,18,269^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.25,387/month

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Rs.43,096/month

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Insurance

Rs.53,675

Rs.83,379

User Rating

4.4

Based on 521 Reviews

4.4

Based on 357 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Smartstream	1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Displacement (cc)	1497	1451
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	113bhp@6300rpm	141.04bhp@5200rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	143.8Nm@4500rpm	250Nm@3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	No	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	CVT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Smartstream

1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled

Displacement (cc)

1497

1451

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

113bhp@6300rpm

141.04bhp@5200rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

143.8Nm@4500rpm

250Nm@3000rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Manual

Automatic

Gearbox

6-Speed

CVT

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	12.34
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45	60
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	174	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	174	-
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	15	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4540	4699
Width (mm)	1800	1835
Height (mm)	1708	1760
Wheel Base (mm)	2780	2750
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	195	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	587
Seating Capacity	7	5
Boot Space (Litres)	216	-

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	Yes
Air Quality Control	No	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	No	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	No	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	No	Yes
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	No	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Massage Seats	No	-
Memory Function Seats	No	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	No	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	No	-
Drive Modes	No	3
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Voice assisted sunroof	No	Yes
Drive Mode Types	No	Eco, Normal, Sports
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Flip Key	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	No	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	No	-
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	7
Upholstery	Semi-Leatherette	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+1 MoreCarens Colours	Pearl WhiteStarry BlackAurora SilverGlaze RedCeladon BlueMG Hector Colours
Body Type	MUVAll MUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	-
Cornering Foglamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	No	Yes
LED Headlamps	No	-
LED Taillights	No	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	No	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	No	Front & Rear
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Sunroof	No	Dual Pane
Boot Opening	Manual	Powered
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered	Powered & Folding
Wheels Type	Steel with Cover	-
Exterior Camera	Rear View Camera	-
Tyre Size	195/65 R15	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	15	-

Exterior

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	6	6
Driver Airbag	-	Yes
Passenger Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	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
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	3	5
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	5	5
Safety Airbags	Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	No	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	No	Yes
Oncoming Lane Mitigation	No	-
Speed Assist System	No	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	No	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	No	-
Lane Departure Warning	No	-
Lane Keep Assist	No	Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist	No	-
Road Departure Mitigation System	No	-
Driver Attention Warning	No	-
Adaptive Cruise Control	No	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	No	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	No	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	No	-
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	No	-

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Location	No	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	No	-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	No	-
Engine Start Alarm	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	No	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	No	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	No	-
Live Weather	No	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	No	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	No	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	No	-
Save Route/Place	No	-
SOS Button	No	-
RSA	No	-
Over Speeding Alert	No	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	No	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	-	i-Smart app, Jio Saavn

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	8	14
Android Auto	Wireless	Yes
Apple Car Play	Wireless	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	- more	Wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	4
Subwoofer	-	1
Rear Touchscreen	No	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Kia Carens
- Multiple engine options: Petrol, diesel and CNG
- Covers all basics: 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple Carplay, steering mounted controls, power windows, and day/night IRVM
MG Hector
- Looks: Feels premium inside and out
- Space is great with generous room even for taller passengers
- Loaded with good features like a 14-inch touchscreen, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof
- Strong safety kit with features like ADAS and 360-degree camera
- A refined petrol engine with comfortable ride quality

Kia Carens
- No automatic transmission
- Higher variants have been discontinued due to new Carens Clavis
MG Hector
- The big grille and chrome elements can be too blingy for some buyers
- No automatic transmission with the diesel engine
- Should have had better contoured seats and underthigh support at the rear
- Fuel efficiency of the petrol engine is still an issue

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