Mahindra Scorpio vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Mahindra Scorpio 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. Mahindra Scorpio price starts at Rs 13.77 Lakh ex-showroom for S (Diesel) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 11.41 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Opt (Petrol). Scorpio has 2184 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Scorpio has a mileage of 14.44 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Carens has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Diesel top model).

Scorpio Vs Carens

Key Highlights	Mahindra Scorpio	Kia Carens
On Road Price	Rs.21,08,771^*	Rs.15,52,518^*
Mileage (city)	-	12.6 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2184	1493
Transmission	Manual	Manual

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Mahindra Scorpio
Rs17.72 Lakh^*
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Kia Carens
Rs13.16 Lakh^*
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Mahindra Scorpio
S 11 7CC
17.72 Lakh^*
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Kia Carens
Premium Opt Diesel
13.16 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	S 11 7CC	Premium Opt Diesel
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.21,08,771^*	Rs.15,52,518^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.40,136/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.30,446/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.97,555	Rs.52,141
User Rating	4.7 Based on 998 Reviews	4.4 Based on 473 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

S 11 7CC

Premium Opt Diesel

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.21,08,771^*

Rs.15,52,518^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.40,136/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.30,446/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.97,555

Rs.52,141

User Rating

4.7

Based on 998 Reviews

4.4

Based on 473 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	mHAWK 4 Cylinder	CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	2184	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	130bhp@3750rpm	114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	300Nm@1600-2800rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	CRDi	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	RWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

mHAWK 4 Cylinder

CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

2184

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

130bhp@3750rpm

114.41bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	12.6
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	15.58
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	14.44	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	60	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	165	174
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double wishbone suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type	Hydraulic, Double Acting, Telescopic	-
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	165	174
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)	41.50	-
Tyre Size	235/65 R17	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	16
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	13.1	-
Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)	26.14	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	17	No
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	17	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Double wishbone suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear twist beam

Shock Absorbers Type

Hydraulic, Double Acting, Telescopic

Steering Type

Hydraulic

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4456	4540
Width (mm)	1820	1800
Height (mm)	1995	1708
Wheel Base (mm)	2680	2780
Seating Capacity	7	7
Boot Space (Litres)	460	216
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	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	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	No	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	No
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	-	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	-
Additional Features	Micro Hybrid Technology,Lead-me-to-vehicle Headlamps,Headlamp Levelling Switch ,Hydraulic Assisted Bonnet, Extended Power Window	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	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	No
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	-	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	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	No
Automatic Headlamps	-	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Remote Fuel Lid Opener

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Additional Features	Roof Mounted Sunglass Holder, Chrome Finish AC Vents, Mobile Pocket in Centre Console	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	Fabric
Ambient Light Colour	-	No
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Everest WhiteGalaxy GreyMolten Red RageDiamond WhiteStealth BlackScorpio Colours	Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+2 MoreCarens Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	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	Yes
Sun Roof	No	No
Side Stepper	Yes	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	No	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	No
Chrome Garnish	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	No
LED Taillights	Yes	No
LED Fog Lamps	-	No
Additional Features	Projector Headlamps and LED Eyebrows, Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels, Painted Side Cladding, Ski Rack, Silver Skid Plate, Bonnet Scoop, Silver Finish Fender Bezel, Centre High Mount Stop Lamp, Static Bending Technology in Headlamps	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	Front	No
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	No	No
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered
Tyre Size	235/65 R17	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	16
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Everest WhiteGalaxy GreyMolten Red RageDiamond WhiteStealth BlackScorpio 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
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	No	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	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
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	9	8
Connectivity	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	-	Yes
Apple Car Play	-	Yes
No. of Speakers	-	4
Rear Entertainment System	-	No
Additional Features	Infotainment With Bluetooth/USB/Aux and Phone Screen Mirroring, Intellipark	Wireless Phone Projection, Multiple Power Sockets with 5 C-Type Ports
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Rear Touchscreen	-	No
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Mahindra Scorpio
- Proven reliability and good service network
- Rugged Traditional SUV looks
- Drives and handles better than before
- Good ride over bad roads
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

Mahindra Scorpio
- Interior quality and poor fit and finish
- Short Features List
- No Automatic or 4x4 option anymore
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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Rs.13.77 - 17.72 Lakh^*
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Rs.13.99 - 25.15 Lakh^*
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Rs.11.41 - 13.16 Lakh^*
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