Kia Carens Clavis vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Carens Clavis vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Carens Clavis and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Kia Carens Clavis comes in 37 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹11.23 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HTE, costs ₹11.23 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GTX Plus Turbo 6Str DCT, is priced at ₹21.67 Lakh. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes in 9 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹8.85 Lakh. The cheapest variant, LXI, costs ₹8.85 Lakh, while the top-end variant, ZXI Plus AT, is priced at ₹12.99 Lakh.

Specification	Kia Carens Clavis	Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
Price	₹11.23 Lakh	₹8.85 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol	1462 cc K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol
Mileage	15.34 kmpl	20.51 kmpl
Transmission	6-Speed MT	5-Speed

Price

₹11.23 Lakh

₹8.85 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc Smartstream G1.5 Petrol

1462 cc K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol

Mileage

15.34 kmpl

20.51 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed MT

5-Speed

Kia Carens Clavis

₹ 11.23 Lakh

HTE

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

₹ 8.85 Lakh

LXI

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113bhp@6300rpm

101.64bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque

143.8Nm@4500rpm

139Nm@4300rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

1462 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

15.34 kmpl

20.51 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

1760 kg

Ground Clearance

195 mm

185 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

195 mm

185 mm

Height

1708 mm

1690 mm

Kerb Weight

1150-1205 kg Kg

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

209 Litres

Seating Capacity

6, 7

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

195/ 65 R15

185/65 R15

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Tubeless, Radial

Wheel Covers

Not Available

Wheel Size

15 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Drum

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Not Available

Anti Theft Device

Not Available

Interior Features

Digital Cluster

Semi

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Leatherette

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Pole Type

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Fog Lights

Not Available

Halogen Headlamps

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Headlamps

Not Available

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Kia Carens Clavis - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,98,160

Interest: 9.5%

₹85,325

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,24,540

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,863/month

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹7,08,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹67,260

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,77,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹14,869/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Kia Carens Clavis

Distinctive exterior design with strong SUV cues.
Premium and feature-rich interior, enhanced by dual 12.3-inch screens and new colour themes.

Things We Like in Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Six airbags are standard on every variant.
Smart Hybrid system helps the 7-seat petrol automatic achieve a highly competitive 20.30 km/l.

Things We Don't Like in Kia Carens Clavis

Third-row space is best suited for children or short distances.
The touch-sensitive HVAC panel may require an adjustment period.

Things We Don't Like in Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

The S-CNG variant is not offered with an automatic gearbox.
Lacks Bharat NCAP scores, also a recent two-airbag Africa-spec model scored 1-star in Global NCAP.

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