The new Kia Carens 3-row MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) was just announced, and it is expected to hit the market in March 2022. The new model’s bookings have already begun. It will be available in six and seven seat configurations.
The Hyundai Alcazar and the new Kia Carens use the same platform. The new 3-row MPV measures 4,540mm long, 1,800mm wide, 1,700mm tall, and has a 2,780mm wheelbase. It features a 195mm ground clearance. The Carns has a 30mm longer wheelbase than the Toyota Innova. The Kia Carens MPV will come with a number of segment-first and segment-leading features, giving it a competitive advantage.
Kia Carens Features
- Ventilated Front Seats
- Electric One-Touch Tumble 2nd Row
- Roof-mounted 2nd & 3rd Row AC vents
- Cooled cupholders
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 8-speaker Bose sound system
- Connected car tech with remote operation
- 6 Airbags as standard
- ABS with EBD
- ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
- VSM (Vehicle Stability Management)
- Hill Launch Assist
- Downhill Brake Control
- TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
- All-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Wireless Charging
- Powered ORVMs
- Electric Sunroof
- LED lighting System
- Front & Rear parking sensors
- Ambient Lighting
- Air purifier
- Digital Instrument Console
The 1.5L petrol (115bhp/144Nm), 1.4L turbo petrol (140bhp/242Nm), and 1.5L diesel (115bhp/250Nm) engines will be available in the Kia Carens. There will be manual and automatic transmission options available. The new model will compete with the Suzuki XL6, Mahindra Marazzo, and Toyota Innova Crysta entry-level models. In fact, it may have an impact on Hyundai Alcazar, Tata Safari, and MG Hector Plus sales.
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