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Nissan Tekton vs Kia Carens Comparison

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Tekton vs Carens Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsTektonCarens
Price10.49 L11.02 L
PowerN/A1497 CC
ClassMUVMUV
MileageN/A16 - 21 KM/L
Tekton
Nissan Tekton
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10.49 L
Carens
Kia Carens
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.02 L
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Nissan Tekton
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10.49 L
Premium (O) 7 Str Petrol
Kia Carens
Premium (O) 7 Str Petrol
11.02 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
N/A
7.4
Value For Money-7.75
Significance-7.75
Styling-8.00
Comfort-7.50
Safety-7.00
Merit Or Usp-8.00

Specifications

Engine Type1.0-litre Turbo-petrolSmartstream G1.5T
Displacement (CC)999 CC1497 CC
No. of Cylinders34
Power99 bhp @ 5000 rpm113 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Torque166 Nm @ 2000-3750 rpm144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Top SpeedN/A170
Acceleration 0 to 100 KmphN/A12.0
No. of gearsN/A6
Drive TrainN/AFWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS VIBS6
Length4348 mm4540 mm
Width1815 mm1800 mm
Height1674 mm1708 mm
Wheelbase2657 mm2780 mm
Ground Clearance212 mm195 mm
Kerb WeightN/A1290 KG
Boot SpaceN/A216 L
No. of Doors55
No. of Rows43
Seating Capacity57
Fuel tank CapacityN/A45.0
Mileage ARAIN/A16.20 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A19.00 KM/L
Mileage - HighwayN/A21.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut With Lower Transverse LinkMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionTwist Beam Suspension With Coil SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle With Coil Spring
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDrumDisc
Steering TypePowerElectric
Steering AdjustabilityN/ATilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeSteel WheeSteel Rims
Tyre TypeTubelessTubeless
Front Tyre SizeR17 225/60195 / 65 R15
Rear Tyre SizeR17 225/60195 / 65 R15
Spare Wheel TypeSteel WheelSteel
Spare Wheel SizeR17 225/60215/60 R16

Features

Air Conditioner YesAutomatic
Front AC YesSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC NoVents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Third Row AC Zone No Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine Start Yes Yes
Hands-Free TailgateNA No
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests YesNA
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
Fully Automatic Climate Control No Yes
Second Row One-Touch Easy Eelectric Tumble No Yes
Manual Driver Seat Height Adjust No Yes
Adjustable Headrests No Yes
Power Window No Yes
Rear Door Sunshade Curtains No Yes
Multiple USB Type-C Ports No Yes
Rear AC vents No Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment Yes8 way Manual
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment YesManual
Seat UpholsteryLeatherLeatherette
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat Yes Yes
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
Headrests Yes Yes
Ventilated Seats Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Hill Hold Control Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane Assist Yes Yes
Forward Collision Warning Yes Yes
Auto Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points Yes Yes
Parking Sensors YesRear
Speed Alert System Yes Yes
Parking Assistance Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Dashcam Yes Yes
Electric ORVM Heating Yes Yes
Brake Assist (BAS) No Yes
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) No Yes
Hill Assist Control (HAC) No Yes
Six Airbags No Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) No Yes
Rear Parking Sensor No Yes
LED Fog Lamps No Yes
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) No Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) No Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LEDLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsLEDLED
Ambient Lighting Yes Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist Yes Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps Yes Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin LampsLED Yes
Crown Jewel LED Headlamps No Yes
LED Turn Indicators No Yes
Fully Digital LCD Cluster No Yes
LED Taillamps No Yes
LED DRLs No Yes
Luggage Lamp No Yes
Sunroof Yes Yes
Roof Rails Yes Yes
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM Adjustments Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Skid Plates Yes Yes
Side Steps Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster YesDigital
Trip Meter YesDigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes Yes
Clock YesDigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Shift Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer YesDigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment System Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display Size12 inch8 inch
Audio System Yes Yes
Speakers106 Speaker
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Commands Yes Yes
Smartphone Connectivity YesAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Bose Premium Eight-Speaker Sound System No Yes
Bluetooth With Voice Recognition No Yes
Kia Connect Infotainment Features No Yes
Connected Car Technology Yes Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) Yes Yes
Digital Key Yes Yes
AI Voice Assistance Yes Yes
Auto Park Assist Yes Yes
Autonomous Driving Level YesLevel 2
SOS Button Yes Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA1 year / unlimited km
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 years / unlimited km

Pros Cons of Kia Carens

Pros

  • Genuinely usable third row
  • Excellent ride comfort
  • Strong diesel efficiency
  • Family-friendly cabin layout
  • Competitive pricing

Cons

  • No automatic gearbox
  • No ADAS
  • Reduced feature set compared to launch models
  • Safety rating under newer norms is a concern

Verdict

The Kia Carens is a focused family MPV and it succeeds because it doesn't try to be anything else.
 

Based on road tests by Siddharth Vinayak Patankar, Ameya Naik and extended usage inputs from Seshan Vijayraghavan, the Carens proves its strength in terms of comfort, space and long-distance usability. With its comfortable ride quality, usable third row and standard safety package, it is a practical seven-seater in its price range.

It is not ideal for buyers who are looking for performance, automatic convenience or cutting-edge technology. But for large families who value comfort and predictable ownership, the Carens is still a good and sensible choice if picked with the right expectations.

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