Let's compare Kia Syros EV HTK vs Kia Carens Premium (O) Petrol

Compare Kia Syros EV HTK vs Kia Carens Premium (O) Petrol price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

Kia Syros EV HTK
Kia Syros EV
Kia Carens Premium (O) Petrol
Kia Carens
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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Kia Syros EV HTK

Price

₹ 14.07 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 25,742/month

Kia Carens Premium (O) Petrol

Price

₹ 12.54 Lakh

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 22,939/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Kia Carens feels light on the pocket compared to Kia Syros EV by ₹1,53,240.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Compact Suv

Mpv

Length

3995 mm

4540 mm +545

Width

1805 mm +5

1800 mm

Height

1670 mm

1708 mm +38

WheelBase

2550 mm

2780 mm +230

Ground Clearance

190 mm

195 mm +5

Seating Capacity

5

7 +2

Fuel Tank/Battery Capacity

42 kWh

45 Liters

Boot Space

390 Liters +174

216 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Power Source/Fuel Type

Electric

Petrol

Mileage (KMPL)

10.54 KM/kWh

19.54 Km/l +9

Range

443 Kms

875 Kms +432

Engine/Motor Type

Single Pmsm

Smartstream G 1.5

Powertrain Assistance

No

Mild Hybrid

Emission Standards

Zev

Bs Vi

No. of Cylinders/Battery Type

Li-Ion

4

Displacement

--

1497 cc

Max Power

133 bhp +20

113 bhp @ 6300 rpm

Max Torque

255 Nm +111

144 Nm @ 4500 rpm

Transmission Type

AT

MT

Gear Box

1-AT

6-Speed Manual

Drive Type

FWD

FWD

Top Speed

180 +6

174

Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

--

--

Turning Radius

5.2

5.5 +0.3

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring

McPherson Strut with Coil Spring

Rear Suspension

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle With Coil Spring

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc

Disc

Safety & Security

Airbags

6

6

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

--

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

No

Yes

360 Camera

No

No

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

No

No

Child Lock

Yes

--

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

No

No

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Manual

Request Sensors

Yes

Yes

Push Button Start

Yes

No

Cruise Control

No

No

Keyless Entry

Yes

Yes

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

--

Rear AC Vents

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Fabric

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

Yes

Rear Armrest

No

Yes

Rear Cup Holders

--

Yes

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

Yes

Exterior Features

Sunroof

No

No

Wheels

Alloy

Steel Rims

Fog Lights

Yes

No

Tyre Size

205/65 R16

195 / 65 R15

Daytime Running Lights

LED

--

Headlight Type

Reflector Led

Halogen

Tailgate

Manual

Electric

Roof Rails

Yes

No

Rear Wiper

No

No

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

12.3 inch

8 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

No

No

Speakers

6

6

Remote App Control

No

No

Wireless Charging

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

No

No

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Kia Syros EV Vs Kia Carens Colors
Kia Syros EV Frost Blue

Frost Blue

Kia Carens Aurora Black Pearl

Aurora Black Pearl

Kia Syros EV Frost Blue

Frost Blue

Kia Carens Aurora Black Pearl

Aurora Black Pearl

Kia Syros EV Vs Kia Carens Expert Opinions
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Kia Syros EV Vs Kia Carens FAQs

It comes with two battery pack options: a 42 kWh (Standard Range) and a 51.4 kWh (Extended Range).

The 42 kWh variant delivers an ARAI-certified range of 443 km, while the larger 51.4 kWh pack offers up to 526 km.

Yes, Kia provides a Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty (up to 15 years) to ensure ownership peace of mind.

It is a financing system where you rent the high-voltage battery per kilometer driven, significantly lowering the car's initial purchase cost.

The Syros EV supports up to 11 kW AC charging. The 42 kWh pack takes about 4 hours, and the 51.4 kWh version takes around 4 hours and 50 minutes.

Unlike standard setups, the drive select lever has been repositioned directly onto the steering wheel column.

Yes, the standard Kia Carens is still very much available in India. The ex-showroom price for a base petrol-manual 7-seater starts around ₹11.41 lakh, and top petrol/diesel variants go up to about ₹13.26 lakh.

The Carens offers both 7-seater and 6-seater layouts depending on the variant. Most variants come with 7 seats, but if you want captain seats in row two or more luxury/feature upgrades, some trims are 6-seaters.

ARAI figures show around 15-16.20 kmpl for the 1.5-litre petrol version in ideal conditions. Diesel trims will offer somewhat better highway mileage, depending on variant. In city driving, real numbers can be lower because of traffic & AC usage.

Using the petrol 1.5-litre version with claimed mileage ~16.2 kmpl, fuel at ₹102 per litre gives cost per km around ₹6.30-₹6.40 in optimal conditions. Diesel versions might drop that per-km cost when driven mostly on highways. Add tyres, service, insurance — can increase the total cost of ownership. (Assumption: petrol cost ₹102/L)

The Kia Carens is about 4,540 mm long, 1,800 mm wide, 1,708 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,780 mm and ground clearance ~195 mm. Boot space is ~216 litres with all 7 seats up. Because of its size, parking in tight lanes or small city spaces might be a bit of a challenge. Parallel parking, narrow apartment garages, and congested streets require care and practice. But ground clearance helps over speed breakers and bad urban patches.

1. Carens offers more premium design touches, more engine options (turbo-petrol, diesel), and higher torque in some trims; Ertiga and Rumion tend to focus on reliability and cheap running. 2. The Carens has more safety and comfort features (infotainment size, cabin quality, optional features), better second-row space. 3. Rumion and Ertiga might offer better resale value or lower maintenance costs in smaller towns due to brand strength / service networks.

Innova is more rugged, more spacious, more premium, especially in high trims. Carens gives you more value per rupee in feature content, ride comfort, and better fuel efficiency. If you don’t need the full road presence, towing, or the eventual resale of a big MPV, Carens gives you almost “MPV lifestyle” without the Innova’s price and bulk.

Carens is extremely practical for families of 5-7, especially if you often carry kids, elders, or luggage. The 7-seater configuration, decent boot, good ground clearance and wide second-row make it comfortable. If your daily drive is a mix of highways + city, and you value premium cabin feel + safety, Carens becomes an ideal pick. If you mostly drive inside narrow lanes with no parking space, you might feel its size sometimes.

Carens offers multiple engines: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol (~115 PS, ~144 Nm), a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol (higher power & torque, paired to iMT or DCT), and a 1.5-litre diesel (~116 PS, 250 Nm torque in some trims). Transmission options include manual, iMT (clutchless manual), and automatic (DCT or torque converter in some diesel versions).