Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Carens and Mahindra Thar Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Kia Carens comes in 3 variants. Engine options include Petrol, CNG, and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹11 Lakh. The cheapest variant, Premium Opt, costs ₹11 Lakh, while the top-end variant, Premium Opt Diesel, is priced at ₹12.86 Lakh. The Mahindra Thar comes in 7 variants. Engine options include Diesel and Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹9.99 Lakh. The cheapest variant, AXT RWD Diesel, costs ₹9.99 Lakh, while the top-end variant, LXT 4WD Diesel AT, is priced at ₹17.62 Lakh.

Specification	Kia Carens	Mahindra Thar
Price	₹11.00 Lakh	₹9.99 Lakh
Engine	1497 cc Smartstream Petrol	1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel
Transmission	6-Speed	6-Speed

Price

₹11.00 Lakh

₹9.99 Lakh

Engine

1497 cc Smartstream Petrol

1497 cc D117 CRDe Diesel

Transmission

6-Speed

Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar - Which One Should You Buy

Kia Carens vs Mahindra Thar Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Kia Carens and Mahindra Thar Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Kia Carens

₹ 11 Lakh

Premium Opt

Mahindra Thar

₹ 9.99 Lakh

AXT RWD Diesel

Kia Carens

₹ 11 Lakh

Premium Opt

Mahindra Thar

₹ 9.99 Lakh

AXT RWD Diesel

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113.42bhp@6300rpm

116.93bhp@3500rpm

Max Torque

144Nm@4500rpm

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

RWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Diesel Highway Mileage

11 kmpl

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Type

Petrol

Diesel

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance Unladen

226 mm

Height

1708 mm

1850 mm

Length

4540 mm

3985 mm

Wheelbase

2780 mm

2450 mm

Width

1800 mm

1820 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

216 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

7.0

4.0

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

195/65 R15

245/75 R16

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Tubeless All-Terrain

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15 Inch

16 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

41.2

Break Over Angle

26.2

Departure Angle

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Safety Features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Automatic Emergency Braking

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Interior Features

Additional Features

Smart Phone Wireless Charger with (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers

Digital Cluster

Sami (Monochrome)

Dual Tone Dashboard

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Air Conditioner

Air Quality Control

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Connectivity

Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Electronic

Manual

Chrome Garnish

Chrome Grille

Fog Lights

Halogen Headlamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

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

Kia Carens - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,80,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹83,600

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,20,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,482/month

Mahindra Thar - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹7,99,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹75,924

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,99,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹16,785/month

Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Engine and Performance

Max Power

113.42bhp@6300rpm

116.93bhp@3500rpm

Max Torque

144Nm@4500rpm

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

Displacement

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

RWD

Performance Specifications

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

Diesel Highway Mileage

11 kmpl

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Type

Petrol

Diesel

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Dimensions and Design

Ground Clearance Unladen

226 mm

Height

1708 mm

1850 mm

Length

4540 mm

3985 mm

Wheelbase

2780 mm

2450 mm

Width

1800 mm

1820 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

216 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

7.0

4.0

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

195/65 R15

245/75 R16

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Tubeless All-Terrain

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15 Inch

16 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Approach Angle

41.2

Break Over Angle

26.2

Departure Angle

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Safety Features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Automatic Emergency Braking

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Interior Features

Additional Features

Smart Phone Wireless Charger with (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers

Digital Cluster

Sami (Monochrome)

Dual Tone Dashboard

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Air Conditioner

Air Quality Control

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Connectivity

Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Electronic

Manual

Chrome Garnish

Chrome Grille

Fog Lights

Halogen Headlamps

Brochure

Download Kia Carens Brochure Brochure Icon

Download Mahindra Thar Brochure Brochure Icon

EMI Cost Comparison

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

Kia Carens - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,80,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹83,600

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,20,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,482/month

Mahindra Thar - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹7,99,200

Interest: 9.5%

₹75,924

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,99,800

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹16,785/month

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Kia Carens

Premium Opt

₹11 Lakh

Mahindra Thar

AXT RWD Diesel

₹9.99 Lakh

Kia Carens

₹11 Lakh

Premium Opt

Mahindra Thar

₹9.99 Lakh

AXT RWD Diesel