Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT

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The Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT is a versatile and feature-rich multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) designed with family needs in mind. It boasts a 1493 cc CRDi VGT engine, producing 114.41 bhp and 250 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. The vehicle offers a range of premium features such as a single-pane sunroof, ventilated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, and a wireless phone charger. The interior is spacious, with flexible seating options for six or seven occupants, and includes amenities like a 10.25-inch touchscreen, 64-colour ambient lighting, and an 8-speaker Bose sound system. The Carens also features multiple safety options, including ISOFIX child seat mounts, hill descent control, and six airbags. With its comfortable ride, ample storage, and extensive feature list, the Carens is an excellent choice for families seeking a practical and luxurious vehicle.

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The Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT is a compelling choice for those seeking a family-friendly vehicle that balances comfort, practicality, and features. While it may not be the most thrilling drive, especially around tight corners, it excels in its primary role as a family car. The vehicle offers a smooth and efficient ride, thanks to its absorbent suspension and supportive seats. The interior is spacious and airy, with ample storage options and a range of premium features such as ventilated front seats, a sunroof, and a high-quality Bose sound system. However, some users have reported issues with the clutch and mileage, which are important considerations. Overall, it is a solid option for families looking for a comfortable and feature-rich vehicle, but potential buyers should weigh these pros and cons carefully.

Price

The Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT is priced at around Rs. 18.36 lakh ex-showroom in Delhi. When you factor in the RTO and other costs, the on-road price jumps to approximately Rs. 21.65 lakh. This pricing places the Carens in a competitive segment, where it faces rivals like the Tata Nexon and Hyundai Creta. Given the extensive list of features, including cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen, the price seems reasonable for the value it offers. However, the additional costs for insurance and RTO can make the overall purchase more expensive, so its crucial to consider these when making your decision.

Latest Updates

Saturday, 12 October 2024 10:06 AM The 2024 Kia Carens has been refreshed and now includes new variants, with the diesel manual option making a comeback. The Luxury Plus 1.5 Diesel 6 STR, in particular, is priced at Rs. 18 Lakh ex-showroom and features an Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT). This update is great for those who prefer the control of a manual gearbox without the clutch. I think this move will attract more buyers who are looking for a blend of convenience and driver engagement.

Thursday, 10 October 2024 02:57 PM The Kia Carens recently received 3 stars in the Global NCAP crash tests after an initial 0-star rating. This improvement is significant and applies to all variants, including the Diesel Luxury Plus 6 STR. Enhanced safety features and structural improvements have contributed to this better rating. I believe this is a crucial update that will boost consumer confidence in the vehicles safety.

Saturday, 15 June 2024 06:53 PM Kia has launched the Carens X-Line in India, although it is not specifically the Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT, this launch indicates Kias commitment to enhancing the Carens lineup. The X-Line variants start at Rs. 18.95 Lakh and come with several premium features like a skylight sunroof and rear seat entertainment screen. This shows Kia is serious about offering a luxurious experience across its models. I believe this will help in maintaining customer interest in the Carens series.

Saturday, 20 January 2024 08:51 AM Over 30,000 Kia Carens units were recalled due to a potential issue with the digital instrument cluster. Although this is not specific to the Diesel Luxury Plus 6 STR, it highlights Kias proactive approach to ensuring vehicle safety and reliability. This recall should reassure potential buyers about Kias commitment to quality. I think its a positive step, showing that Kia prioritizes customer safety above all.

Sunday, 31 December 2023 01:00 AM The Kia Carens was voted the Viewers’ Choice Car Of The Year at the carandbike Awards 2023. This accolade reflects the vehicles popularity and performance, which includes the Diesel Luxury Plus 6 STR variant. Its a testament to Kias efforts in delivering a well-rounded vehicle. I think this award will further increase the appeal of the Carens in the Indian market.

Mileage

Monday, 18 November 2024 05:15 AM The mileage of the Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT is a mixed bag. Officially, the city mileage is around 10.5 kmpl, while the highway mileage is approximately 14.9 kmpl. However, user reviews suggest that real-world mileage can vary, with some reporting figures as low as 9-11 kmpl. This discrepancy is something to consider, especially if fuel efficiency is a top priority. Despite this, the diesel engines torque and power delivery make it suitable for both city and highway driving, though the actual mileage may not always meet the advertised figures. ABOUT The Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT is a versatile and feature-rich multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) designed with family needs in mind. It boasts a 1493 cc CRDi VGT engine, producing 114.41 bhp and 250 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. The vehicle offers a range of premium features such as a single-pane sunroof, ventilated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, and a wireless phone charger. The interior is spacious, with flexible seating options for six or seven occupants, and includes amenities like a 10.25-inch touchscreen, 64-colour ambient lighting, and an 8-speaker Bose sound system. The Carens also features multiple safety options, including ISOFIX child seat mounts, hill descent control, and six airbags. With its comfortable ride, ample storage, and extensive feature list, the Carens is an excellent choice for families seeking a practical and luxurious vehicle.

QUICK FACTS & INFORMATION
Car Variant	Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT
Availability Status in India	Available
Car Type	SUV
Fuel Type	Diesel
Latest Price in India	Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT price is Rs 18.37 lakh (ex-showroom).
Colour Options	Imperial Blue, Moss Brown, Sparkling Silver, Intense Red, Glacier White Pearl, Gravity Grey, Aurora Black Pearl
Similar Cars	Hyundai Alcazar, Maruti XL6, Mahindra Marazzo, Toyota Innova Crysta, MG Hector Plus, Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700
ARAI Mileage (Certified)	21.3 kmpl
Top Speed	174 kmph
Official Tagline	From a Different World
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Engine cc (Displacement)	1493 cc
Gearbox Type	Manual
Number of Gears	6-Speed iMT (Intelligent Manual Transmission)
Maximum Power	116 HP @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque	250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
Engine Details	1493cc, 1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel Engine
Number of Cylinders	4
Drivetrain	2WD
Emission Norms	BS6 Phase 2
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Overall Length	4540 mm
Overall Width	1800 mm
Overall Height	1708 mm
Wheelbase	2780 mm
Ground Clearance	195 mm
CAPACITY
Seating Capacity	6
Number of Seating Rows	3 Rows
Number of Doors	5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity	45 litres
BRAKES & SUSPENSION
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
WHEELS & TYRES
Front Tyre	205/65-R16
Rear Tyre	205/65-R16
Wheels	Dual Tone Crystal Cut Alloy Wheel
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
Wireless Smartphone Charging	Smartphone Wireless Charger with Cooling Function
Anti-glare Mirrors	Auto Anti-glare (ECM) Inside Rear View Mirror
Tilt Steering Wheel
Telescopic Steering Wheel
Driver Rear View Monitor
Power Sockets
Luggage Lamp
Steering Mounted Controls	Steering Mounted Audio & Cruise Controls
Rear AC Vents	Roof Flushed 2nd & 3rd Row Diffused AC Vents with 4 Stage Speed Control
Centre Console With Cup Holder	1st Row Cooling Cup Holders, 2nd Row Cooling Can Holders
Air Conditioner	Fully Automatic Air Conditioner
Captain Seats	2nd row Captain Seats with Sliding, Reclining & Tumble (6 Seater)
Keyless Entry	Keyless Entry with Burglar Alarm
Rear Defogger
Engine Start/Stop Button
Rear Washer & Wiper
Cruise Control	Auto Cruise Control with Speed Limiting Option
Auto Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror	Kia Connect Controls on Inside Rear View Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Power Windows	All Power windows with One-Touch Auto Up/Down with Anti-Pinch Function
Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row of Seats	2nd Row-60:40 Split, Sliding, Reclining & Tumble, 3rd Row-50:50 Split, Reclining & Full Flat Folding
Ventilated Front Seats
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Electrically Foldable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable ORVMs
Shark Fin Antenna
Molding Side Sill	Wheel Arch and Side Mouldings (Black)
Chrome Front Grille	Kia Signature Tiger Nose Grille with Silver Surround Accents
Body Coloured Bumpers
Roof Rails	Integrated Roof Rails
Rear Spoiler	Rear Spoiler with High Mount Stop Lamp
Chrome Door Handles

INTERIOR FEATURES
Rear Door Sunshade Curtain
Air Purifier	Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus and Bacteria Protection
Rear USB Charger & Tray	5 USB Type C Ports
Adjustable Headrests
Mood Lighting	Cabin Surround 64 Colour Ambient Mood Lighting
Chrome Inner Door Handles	Inside Door Handle Hyper Silver Metallic Paint
Leather Steering/Gear knob
Door Centre trim and door armrest	Leatherette Wrapped Door Trims
Child Seat Mounting Provisions
Sunvisor with Ticket Holder
Sunroof	Sky Light Sunroof
Dual Tone Interiors	Opulent Two Tone Triton Navy and Beige Interiors
Umbrella Holder
Under Seat Tray
Sunglass Holder
ACTIVE & PASSIVE SAFETY FEATURES
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unloock System
Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioner	Front Seat Belts with Pre-tensioner and Load Limiter
Hill Descent Control
Emergency Assistance	High Mount Stop Lamp with Emergency Stop Signal
Tyre Pressure Monitoring system	Highline Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Airbags	6
Hill Start Assist Control
Rear View Camera	Rear View Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
Seatbelt Reminder	Drive and Passenger Seat Belt Reminder
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear Parking Sensors
BRAKING & TRACTION
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
Brake Assist
LOCKS & SECURITY
Speed Sensitive Door Autolock
Smart Key	Smart Key Remote Engine Start
Central Locking
INSTRUMENTATION
Instrument Cluster	31.7cm (12.5”) Full Segment LCD Cluster with Advanced 10.6cm (4.2”) Color TFT MID
LIGHTING
Head Light	Crown Jewel LED Headlamps
Front Fog Lights	Ice Cube LED Fog Lamps
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	Star Map LED DRLs with Integrated Turn Signals
Headlight Leveller
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Room Lamp
ORVM Turn Indicators
INFOTAINMENT
Apple Car Play
Internet Connectivity Features	Next Generation Kia Connect
Android Auto
Music System	26.03cm (10.25”) HD Touchscreen Navigation with Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Number of Speakers	BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
Voice Recognition
Bluetooth Compatibility
SEATS & UPHOLSTERY
Front Centre Armrest	Front Armrest with Open Storage and Tray
Front Seat Back Pockets	Passenger Seat Back Multi Pockets
Leather Seats	Premium Leatherette (Beige & Triton Navy) Seats
Rear Centre Armrest	2nd Row Seat Back Folding Armrest with Cup Holders
Driver Seat Adjustment	Manual
Key Features of the Car
List of Features	Here is the list of key features of the Kia Carens Diesel Luxury Plus 6-Seater iMT - 6 Airbags, ESC, VSM, BAS, HAC, DBC, Highline Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, ABS, Rear Parking Sensors, ISO-Fix Child Anchor, Front Seat Belts with Pretensioner and Load Limiter, Speed Sensing Door Lock and Impact Sensing Door Unlock, Sky Light Sunroof, Rear Door Spot Lamps with Kia Logo Projection, Premium Leatherette (Beige & Triton Navy) Seats, Ambient Lighting linked with Multi-Drive Modes, 2nd Row Captain Seats with Sliding, Reclining & Tumble, Ventilated Front Seats, Console Lamp (LED Type) with Sunglass Holder, Room Lamp (LED Type) - 2 & 3rd Row, 3rd Row Boarding Assist Handles – with Illumination, Rain Sensing Wipers, BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers, Smartphone Wireless Charger with Cooling Function.
Steering	Leather Wrapped D-Cut Steering Wheel with Carens Logo