New Delhi: At present, Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is the best selling 7 seater car in India and this car has been occupying this position for a long time. But after the arrival of Kia Carens in the market last year, Ertiga is getting tough competition in the market, due to which many customers are getting attracted towards Carens. This 7 seater MPV of Kia is being well liked in the market, the sales of this car have registered a growth of 1274% in January this year.
Who’s next?
Maruti Ertiga has the highest sales in the segment of 7 seater MPV cars in January 2023, but last month Kia Carens was not far behind in terms of sales from this car. Kia sold 7,900 units of the Carens in January, which is the highest ever for the car in a month. Only 575 units of this car were sold in January last year, which has increased by 1274% in January 2023.
How much is the price?
Kia Carens MPV is available in the market at an ex-showroom price of Rs 10.20 lakh to Rs 18.45 lakh. This car has been introduced in five trims like Premium, Prestige, Prestige Plus, Luxury and Luxury Plus. This car comes in 6 and 7 seater layout, as well as it gets boot space of up to 216 liters.
Kia carens engine
The car uses the same three engines as the Kia Seltos, a 1.5-litre petrol, a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol, which generate outputs of 115PS and 144Nm and 140PS and 242Nm respectively. Also, it gets a 1.5-litre diesel engine.
How are the features?
Talking about the features of this car, it will get a digital instrument cluster, cruise control, ventilated front seats and single-pane sunroof, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, ambient lighting, electric one in second row- Touch folding seat is available.
