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KIA Carens vs Tata Safari

Do you want to find out which car is the best, KIA Carens or Tata Safari? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Carens and Safari. KIA Carens Price starts at Rs.10.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Premium 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT and Tata Safari Price starts at Rs.15.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Smart . KIA Carens is 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm power whereas Tata Safari is a 4 cylinder, 1956 cc Engine can generate 167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Carens provides a mileage of 15.7 kmpl (base model), and Safari has a mileage of 16.3 kmpl (base model).

Carens vs Safari

Key HighlightsKIA CarensTata Safari
PriceRs.10.60 LakhRs.15.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 cc1956 cc
Power113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Mileage/Range15.7 kmpl16.3 kmpl
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KIA Carens Premium 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT car
Premium 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT
Rs. 10.60 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
12.28 Lakh
Price Breakup
18.44 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
User Rating
4.3
4.5
Boot Space (Litres)
216 Litres
420 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
1956 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Projector headlight
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent& Lower Wishbone& McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Wheels
Steel
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
235/65 R17
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
235/65 R17
Turning Radius
10.2 meters
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Tyre Size Spare
195/65 R15
235/70 R16
Wheels Size
R15
R17

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
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Speakers
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AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
3 Years/100000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms
Upto 5 Years/125000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1497 cc
1956 cc
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.5
Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Engine
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
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DOHC
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
6
Power
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
167.67 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
16 kmpl
16.3 kmpl
Top Speed
120 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
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Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
3
4
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake

Safety

NCAP Rating
3 Star (Global NCAP)
5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4540 mm
4668 mm
Width
1800 mm
1922 mm
Height
1708 mm
1795 mm
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance
195 mm
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No. of Seats
7
7
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
50 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
4.2 Litres
5 Litres
Boot Space
216 Litres
420 Litres
Kerb Weight
1535 kg
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Body Type
MUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It offers 3 engine options to suit various needs
  • The Carens offers a premium cabin feel with 6 & 7 seater option
  • It comes with features like a ventilated seat, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, automatic climate control and others
  • The safety kit includes 6 airbags, all-4 disc brakes, ESP, ABS, VSM, and others
  • The space inside the cabin is sufficient to carry big families
  • The six-seater variant comes with second-row captain seats for enhanced comfort
  • The ride quality of the Carens is impressive, despite being a long vehicle it gives normal car-like road manners
  • The one-touch topple-down second-row seats give easy access to the third-row
  • Availability of automatic transmission in all three powertrain options
  • More modern looks with the new LED DRLs and other design changes with the facelift
  • It now offers more features such as 12-inch infotainment, dual-zone climate control, surround-view camera, and more
  • The safety features have been increased with ADAS level 2. The car now has up to 7 airbags and a 5-star GNCAP safety rating, among other improvements.
  • The inclusion of electric power steering improved the ride quality and handling.
  • The automatic transmission now comes with an e-Shifter to ensure smooth gearshifts
  • Big design gives a solid road presence
  • The Safari is the only SUV in the segment to offer rear-seat ventilation
  • Tata Safari now comes with a good level of NVH
Cons
  • The pricing of the top-spec variant is too high
  • Six-seater configuration is available in the top-spec variants only
  • The third row feels a little crammed mostly suitable for kids
  • The positioning of the air purifier eats up the kneeroom of the second-row passenger behind the driver
  • The reliability of the DCT gearbox is a question
  • It misses on some features such as a 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, and some others
  • The diesel engine does not offer a proper manual gearbox, it comes with an iMT unit
  • The only available powertrain is diesel; there is no petrol or turbo-petrol engine.
  • The Safari does not come with a 4WD drivetrain while some competitors offer 4WD as an option
  • Occasionally, the infotainment software exhibits lag and may cease functioning
  • The dimensions remain mostly unchanged from the pre-facelift model. This leads to a cramped feel in the last row.
  • Tata's after-sales support falls short of expectations
  • The top models seem overpriced, reaching an on-road price approaching Rs 30 lakh
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Detailed Comparison of KIA Carens and Tata Safari

Safety

Carens comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Safari has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Carens has doors and seats. It is an with 216 Litres boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 195 mm. It is 1800 mm wide, 1708 mm high and 4540 mm long. It has 1535 kg kerb weight and 2780 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Safari is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 420 Litres boot space, It has 1795 mm height, 4668 mm length, 1922 mm width, .

Transmission

KIA Carens comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Safari comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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KIA Carens and Tata Safari Owner Reviews

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    • rp
      raju prajapath
      25 Apr 2025
      3.8
      Kia Carens very safety car in India.
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    • r
      rizwan
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      Mind-blowing and comfortable and safe looking amazing many color awesome.
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    • AS
      Amar Singh
      4 Month ago
      4.7
      One Of good family cars, spacious in the category and amazing mileage despite being a 7-seater car, which can be used as 5-seater car with huge luggage space for the big family.
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    • AJ
      Aditya Jaiswal
      5 Month ago
      5.0
      Very underrated car for family This gem of kia is very power efficient and plenty of space. A good combination of price. features. Premium ness Specially 2nd row is like.
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    • BK
      Birendra Kumar
      6 Month ago
      4.7
      This car is very special in all three rows. Boot space is best among all the seven seated cars. Wheel size seems smaller. It should be at least 17". Seat cushioning should be improved.
      Likes (3)
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