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Maruti Xl6

₹11.52 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual 20.9 kmpl
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta Smart Hybrid
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta Smart Hybrid
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta CNG
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha Smart Hybrid
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta Smart Hybrid At
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Smart Hybrid
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Dt
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha Smart Hybrid At
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Smart Hybrid At
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ At Dt

Kia Carens

₹10.99 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual 17.9 kmpl
Kia Carens Premium (o) Petrol
Kia Carens Premium (o) Petrol
Kia Carens Premium (o) CNG
Kia Carens Premium (o) Diesel
Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Maruti Xl6 or Kia Carens? The Maruti Xl6 is priced from ₹11.52 Lakh, whereas the Kia Carens starts at ₹10.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Maruti Xl6 is powered by 1462.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Kia Carens features 1493.0 cc - 1497.0 cc engine options paired with Manual transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Maruti Xl6 delivers a maximum mileage of 26.23 kmpl, while the Kia Carens offers up to 21 kmpl depending on driving conditions.
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Maruti Xl6 vs Kia Carens

Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Maruti Xl6 or Kia Carens? The Maruti Xl6 is priced from ₹11.52 Lakh, whereas the Kia Carens starts at ₹10.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Maruti Xl6 is powered by 1462.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Kia Carens features 1493.0 cc - 1497.0 cc engine options paired with Manual transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Maruti Xl6 delivers a maximum mileage of 26.23 kmpl, while the Kia Carens offers up to 21 kmpl depending on driving conditions.

Key Highlights Maruti Xl6 Kia Carens
Price ₹11.52 Lakh* ₹10.99 Lakh*
Engine Capacity 1462.0 cc 1493.0 cc - 1497.0 cc
Power 101.6 bhp @ 6000 rpm 113.18 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Mileage 20.9 kmpl 17.9 kmpl
  • Engine & Transmission
  • Dimensions & Capacity
  • Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
  • Safety
  • Exterior
  • Comfort & Convenience
  • Instrumentation
  • Infotainment & Communication
  • Warranty
  • Top Key Features
  • Pros & Cons
Maruti Xl6
Maruti Xl6 ₹11.52 Lakh • Petrol
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Engine & Transmission

20.9
ARAI Certified Economy
17.9
No
Compression Ratio
10.9 :1
FWD
Drivetrain
FWD
BS6 Phase 2
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
1462
Engine Capacity
1497
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.5
Petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
DFi
Fuelling
DPFi
5
Gears
6
4
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
101.6 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Power
113.18 bhp @ 6300 rpm
No
Road Departure Mitigation System
No
170
Top Speed
174
137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Torque
143.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Manual
Transmission Type
Manual
No
Turbocharger
No

Dimensions & Capacity

MUV
Body Type
MUV
209
Boot Space
216
3.1
Engine Oil Capacity
4.2
45
Fuel Tank Capacity
45
180
Ground Clearance
195
1745
Height
1708
1220
Kerb Weight
1630
4485
Length
4540
5
No. of Doors
5
6
No. of Seats
7
2740
Wheelbase
2780
1775
Width
1800

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Disc
Front Brakes
Disc
MacPherson Strut & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
195/60 R16
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
Drum
Rear Brakes
Disc
Torsion Beam & Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
195/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
{195/60 R16}& Steel Rim
Spare Wheel
{195/65 R15}& Steel Rim
5.2
Turning Radius
10.2
R16
Wheels Size
R15
Alloy Wheels
Wheels Type
Steel Rims

Safety

Yes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Yes
No
ADAS
No
No
Airbag Details
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6
Airbags
6
Not Tested
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
No
Blind Spot Detection
No
No
Blind Spot Monitor
No
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
No
Dashcam
No
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
No
Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
No
Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Yes
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights
Yes
No
GNCAP Adult Rating
3 Star
No
GNCAP Child Rating
3 Star
3 Star
GNCAP Rating
3 Star
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Yes
Manually Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror
Manually Adjustable
No
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
No
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
No
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Rear Only
Parking Camera
Rear Only
No
Rear Middle Head Rest
No
No
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes
No
Surround View Camera
No
No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes

Exterior

Sharkfin
Antenna
Sharkfin
No
Automatic Headlamps
No
Manual Lift
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Silver
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
No
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
No
Headrests
Front & Back
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Body Coloured
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured With Indicators
Chrome
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Front & Rear
Power Windows
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four)
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
No
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Yes, With Wash
Rear Wiper
No
Silver Finish
Roof Rails
No
No
Sunroof
No
Manual Operation
Tail Gate
Manual Operation

Comfort & Convenience

Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrests
Yes
Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering
Tilt Only
Yes
Ambient Light
Yes
No
Auto Park
No
Yes
Automatic climate control
No
No
Boss Mode
No
Front Only
Cabin Lights
Front & Rear
12V And Usb
Charging Outlets - Front Row
12V And Type C
Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Second Row
Type C Only
Usb And Type C
Charging Outlets - Third Row
Type C Only
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Yes
Cruise Control
No
No
Cup Holders
Yes
Yes
Distance to Empty display
No
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
No
Electronically Adjustable Seats
Yes
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
Yes
Sliding With Storage
Front Armrest
Fixed With Storage
No
Front Seat Back Pockets
Co-Driver Side Only
No
Frunk
No
No
GPS & Navigation
Yes
No
Glove Box Cooling
No
No
Glovebox Lamp
No
No
Head Up Display
No
Led
Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster
Yes
Yes
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Analogue Cum Digital
Instrument Console
{12.5 inches}& Digital Console
Smart Key
Keyless Entry
Foldable Key
No
Leather streering wheels
Yes
No
Massage Seats
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Parcel Tray
Yes
Yes
Parking Assist
Yes
Manual Hand Brake
Parking Brake
Manual Hand Brake
Rear Only
Parking Sensors
Rear Only
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
No
Puncture Repair Kit
No
Yes
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Yes, Without Cup Holders
Rear Armrest
Yes& With Cup Holders
Yes
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Yes
No
Reclining Rear Seats
Yes
No
Seat Back Table
No
Fabric
Seat Upholstery
Fabric + Leatherette
Yes
Split Rear Seat
Yes
Yes
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Sunglass Holder
Yes
No
Sunshades
Rear Only
No
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Yes
No
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Ventilated Seats Type
No
No
puddle lamp
No

Instrumentation

Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes
Yes
Avg fuel economy display
Yes
Digital
Fuel level guage
Digital
Yes
Gear Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Yes
Shift Indicator
No
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Wired Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Yes
Bluetooth Compatibility
Yes
Yes
Front tweeters
Yes
No
Gesture Control
No
Yes
Infotainment Screen
Yes
Standard Company Fitted
Integrated Music System
Standard Company Fitted
Yes
Multifunction Display
Yes
6
Speakers
6
7 inches
Touchscreen Size
12.5 inches
No
Voice Command
Yes
No
Wireless Charger
No

Warranty

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

Top Key Features

Automatic climate control
Cruise Control
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
GPS & Navigation
Lane Departure Warning
Voice Command

Pros & Cons

PROS
Automatic climate control perfectly chills the large cabin without requiring constant manual adjustments.
Cruise control entirely eliminates right-leg fatigue during endless hours on the open expressway.
Rear row seat adjustments allow middle-row passengers to recline their captain seats for maximum relaxation.
ISOFIX mounts securely strap down heavy child safety seats without relying on standard seatbelts.
The smart hybrid system gently assists the petrol engine to squeeze out better fuel efficiency in the city.
A crisp, high-definition display perfectly integrates your smartphone, acting as a brilliant digital command center.
You maintain total mechanical control over the Premium (O) Petrol's power band and avoid expensive automatic transmission upkeep.
Superior cabin insulation effectively blocks out annoying traffic noise, creating a highly refined passenger experience.
The violently powerful AC unit cools the massive cabin down in minutes, even parked under the direct sun.
The cabin features premium, soft-touch materials that genuinely rival much more expensive European cars.
The sheer volume of out-of-the-box gadgets offered in the Premium (O) Petrol puts almost all direct competitors to shame.
CONS
Your left leg will heavily endure the grueling task of managing a manual clutch in severe city gridlock.
You miss out on the highly critical tire pressure monitoring system found on the higher trims.
The steering wheel lacks the premium, soft leather wrapping of the Alpha models.
Without automatic headlamps, you must remember to switch lights on manually when entering dark basement parking.
The manual transmission eventually becomes a physical chore if you drive heavily in urban areas.
Standard steel wheels make the otherwise aggressive CARENS look incredibly cheap and utilitarian at this tier.
You completely sacrifice the open-air aesthetic of a glass roof by settling for this specific trim.
Relying entirely on passive safety means you miss out on the brilliant collision-avoidance tech found in higher trims.
The polarizing, hyper-aggressive design language means the CARENS certainly isn't for everyone.
The excessive use of glossy piano black interior trims acts as a massive magnet for dust, fingerprints, and nasty micro-scratches.
The notoriously stiff suspension tuning means rear passengers will noticeably bounce around on poorly maintained rural roads. [Config: CARENS Premium (O) Petrol]

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