Mahindra Marazzo vs Kia Carens

Should you buy Mahindra Marazzo or Kia Carens? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra Marazzo price starts at Rs 14.06 Lakh ex-showroom for M2 (Diesel) and Kia Carens price starts Rs 11.12 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Opt (Petrol). Marazzo has 1497 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Carens has 1497 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Marazzo has a mileage of 17.3 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Carens has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).

Marazzo Vs Carens

Key Highlights	Mahindra Marazzo	Kia Carens
On Road Price	Rs.19,53,228^*	Rs.15,51,416^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1497	1493
Transmission	Manual	Manual

Mahindra Marazzo
M6 Plus 8Str
16.38 Lakh^*
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Kia Carens
Premium Opt Diesel
12.98 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	M6 Plus 8Str	Premium Opt Diesel
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.19,53,228^*	Rs.15,51,416^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.39,160/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.30,340/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.73,033	Rs.60,521
User Rating	4.6 Based on 495 Reviews	4.4 Based on 520 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	Rs.8,083	-
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Basic Information

Variant

M6 Plus 8Str

Premium Opt Diesel

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.19,53,228^*

Rs.15,51,416^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.39,160/month

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Rs.30,340/month

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Insurance

Rs.73,033

Rs.60,521

User Rating

4.6

Based on 495 Reviews

4.4

Based on 520 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.8,083

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	D15 1.5L	CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	1497	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	120.96bhp@3500rpm	114.41bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	300Nm@1750-2500rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

D15 1.5L

CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

1497

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

120.96bhp@3500rpm

114.41bhp@4000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

300Nm@1750-2500rpm

250Nm@1500-2750rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Fuel Supply System

CRDi

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Manual

Gearbox

6-Speed

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.3	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	145	174

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Twist Beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.25	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	145	174
Tyre Size	215/60 R17	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	17	16

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4585	4540
Width (mm)	1866	1800
Height (mm)	1774	1708
Wheel Base (mm)	2760	2780
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	200	-
Seating Capacity	8	7
Boot Space (Litres)	190	216

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Air Quality Control	-	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	No
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	-	No
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Sunglass Holder more	- more
Massage Seats	-	No
Memory Function Seats	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	No
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	-	No
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Voice assisted sunroof	-	No
Drive Mode Types	-	No
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Digital Cluster	Semi	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	4.2	4.2
Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Ambient Light Colour	-	No

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Shimmering SilverIceberg WhiteAqua MarineOceanic BlackMarazzo Colours	Sparkling SilverClear WhitePewter OliveAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGravity Gray+1 MoreCarens Colours
Body Type	MUVAll MUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	Yes	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	No
Wheel Covers	No	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	-	No
LED Headlamps	Yes	No
LED Taillights	-	No
LED Fog Lamps	-	No
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	No
Antenna	Rod type	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	No
Boot Opening	Manual	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered
Tyre Size	215/60 R17	205/65 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	17	16

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	2	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	-	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	-	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )	4	3
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )	2	5

Safety

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	7	8
Android Auto	-	Yes
Apple Car Play	-	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Rear Entertainment System	-	No
Additional Features	- more	Smart Phone Wireless Charger with (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), BOSE Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers more
Usb Ports	-	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Rear Touchscreen	No	No
Speakers	-	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Mahindra Marazzo
- Refined engine and light steering is great around town
- Well thought out practical interiors
- Great ride comfort in a variety of conditions and road surfaces
- Great passenger space in all three rows
Kia Carens
- Multiple engine options: Petrol, diesel and CNG
- Covers all basics: 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple Carplay, steering mounted controls, power windows, and day/night IRVM

Mahindra Marazzo
- Bigger engine will be missed when climbing hilly roads with a full load
- Slight vibrations felt through the floorboards at cruising speeds when fully loaded
- Third row, right-side passenger seat lacks shoulder room on account of the AC duct
- Some storage areas, like in the second row, could have been better thought out
Kia Carens
- No automatic transmission
- Higher variants have been discontinued due to new Carens Clavis

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