Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Maruti Suzuki XL6 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. Maruti Suzuki XL6 price starts at Rs 11.62 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 11.12 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Opt (Petrol). Suzuki XL6 has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Suzuki XL6 has a mileage of 26.32 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Carens has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).

Suzuki XL6 Vs Carens

Key Highlights	Maruti Suzuki XL6	Kia Carens
On Road Price	Rs.17,00,487^*	Rs.12,92,684^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1462	1497
Transmission	Automatic	Manual

Maruti Suzuki XL6
Alpha Plus AT Dual Tone
14.68 Lakh^*
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Premium Opt
11.12 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Alpha Plus AT Dual Tone	Premium Opt
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.17,00,487^*	Rs.12,92,684^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.33,241/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.25,387/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.66,762	Rs.53,675
User Rating	4.4 Based on 309 Reviews	4.4 Based on 521 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	Rs.5,362	-
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Basic Information

Variant

Alpha Plus AT Dual Tone

Premium Opt

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.17,00,487^*

Rs.12,92,684^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.33,241/month

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Rs.25,387/month

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Insurance

Rs.66,762

Rs.53,675

User Rating

4.4

Based on 309 Reviews

4.4

Based on 521 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,362

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	K15C Smart Hybrid	Smartstream
Displacement (cc)	1462	1497
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	101.64bhp@6000rpm	113bhp@6300rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	136.8Nm@4400rpm	143.8Nm@4500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gearbox	6-Speed AT	6-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

K15C Smart Hybrid

Smartstream

Displacement (cc)

1462

1497

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

101.64bhp@6000rpm

113bhp@6300rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

136.8Nm@4400rpm

143.8Nm@4500rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Manual

Gearbox

6-Speed AT

6-Speed

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	20.27	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt and Telescopic	Tilt
Steering Gear Type	Electric	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.2	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	170	174
Tyre Size	195/60 R16	195/65 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	15

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4445	4540
Width (mm)	1775	1800
Height (mm)	1755	1708
Wheel Base (mm)	2740	2780
Kerb Weight (kg)	1225	-
Grossweight (kg)	1765	-
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	-	195
Seating Capacity	6	7
Boot Space (Litres)	209	216

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Air Quality Control	-	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	-	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	3rd Row 50:50 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	No
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	No	Yes
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	Yes
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Voice assisted sunroof	-	No
Drive Mode Types	-	No
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Flip Key
Ventilated Seats	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

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

Interior

Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Arctic WhiteOpulent Red Midnight BlackOpulent RedBrave KhakiGrandeur GreyBrave Khaki With Midnight BlackBluish BlackSplendid Silver Midnight BlackNexa BlueSplendid Silver+5 MoreXL6 Colours	Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+1 MoreCarens Colours
Body Type	MUVAll MUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	No
LED Headlamps	Yes	No
LED Taillights	Yes	No
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	No
Fog Lights	Front	No
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	No
Boot Opening	Manual	Manual
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered
Exterior Camera	-	Rear View Camera
Wheels Type	-	Steel with Cover
Tyre Size	195/60 R16	195/65 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial 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
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	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
Safety Airbags	-	Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	-	5

Safety

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	No
Remote Immobiliser	-	No
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	No
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	No
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	No
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	No
Live Weather	-	No
E-Call & I-Call	No	No
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	No
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	No
Save Route/Place	-	No
SOS Button	-	No
RSA	-	No
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	No
Tow Away Alert	Yes	-
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	-
Valet Mode	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	No

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	7	8
Android Auto	Yes	Wireless
Apple Car Play	Yes	Wireless
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	Wireless, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay more	- more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Rear Touchscreen	-	No
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Maruti Suzuki XL6
- Captain seats are large and comfortable for wider passengers with dedicated armrests.
- Usable third row: Average-sized adults can be comfortable.
- Good practicality: Spacious glovebox, 4x 1-litre door pockets, seat back pockets and two cooled cup holders.
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

Maruti Suzuki XL6
- A diesel engine option would’ve offered effortless performance on inter-state journeys.
- Misses some useful features like automatic day/night IRVM, rear window blinds and rear cup holders.
- Single-tone interior design has started to look old.
Kia Carens
- No automatic transmission
- Higher variants have been discontinued due to new Carens Clavis

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