Here’s Why Kia Carens is a Good Option Under Rs 10-20 Lakh (ex-showroom)

Producer: Peuli Bakshi

The 7-seater Kia Carens is offered in five trims - Premium, Prestige, Prestige Plus, Luxury, and Luxury Plus.

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The price starts at Rs 10.45 (ex-showroom), and goes up to Rs 19.45 lakh (ex-showroom) for top model.

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Kia also claims that the ownership cost for the Carens (1.4-litre, Turbo GDI) is just Rs 0.37 per kilometre.

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The ARAI certified fuel efficiency figures stand at 21.3kmpl for diesel and 16.5kmpl for petrol.

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The Kia Carens comes as the Korean automaker brand's fourth offering in India after Seltos, Carnival and Sonet.

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It offers first-in-class features such as a 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen Navigation, Bose Premium Sound System and Smart Pure Air Purifier.

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It also has ventilated front seats, second-row seat with “One Touch Easy Electric Tumble" and a panoramic sunroof.

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Globally unveiled on Dec 16, 2021, it hosts a 10 Hi-Secure safety package with six airbags, available in its all five variants.

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Advanced connectivity is provided through Kia Connect along with choices of powertrains, and the longest wheelbase in its class.

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The car offers first-in-class features such as a 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen Navigation, Bose Premium Sound System and Smart Pure Air Purifier.

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The Carens has already received significant market response with 7,738 bookings within the first 24 hours.

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