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KIA Carens vs Maruti Suzuki Eeco

Do you want to find out which car is the best, KIA Carens or Maruti Suzuki Eeco? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Carens and Eeco. KIA Carens Price starts at Rs.11.41 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Premium (O) 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT and Maruti Suzuki Eeco Price starts at Rs.5.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD 5 Seater. KIA Carens is 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm power whereas Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 81.131 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Carens provides a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (base model), and Eeco has a mileage of 19.71 kmpl (base model).

Carens vs Eeco

Key HighlightsKIA CarensMaruti Suzuki Eeco
PriceRs.11.41 LakhRs.5.70 Lakh
Engine Capacity1497 cc1197 cc
Power113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm81.131 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range17.9 kmpl19.71 kmpl
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KIA Carens Premium (O) 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT car
Premium (O) 1.5L 7 Seater Petrol MT
Rs. 11.41 Lakh
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Maruti Suzuki Eeco STD 5 Seater car
STD 5 Seater
Rs. 5.70 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
13.22 Lakh
Price Breakup
6.22 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
3.9
Boot Space (Litres)
216 Litres
510 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
81.131 bhp @ 6000 rpm
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
-
Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
Projector headlight
check
Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
McPherson Struts
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
3-Link Rigid Axle
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Drum
Wheels
Alloy
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
155/65 R13
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
155/65 R13
Turning Radius
10.2 meters
4.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
195/65 R15
155/65 R13
Wheels Size
R15
R13

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
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Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
check
check
Multifunction Display
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
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Gesture Control
Integrated Music System
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AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger

Warranty

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

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1497 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.5
K12N
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
5
Power
113.42 bhp @ 6300 rpm
81.131 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
105.5 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
ARAI Certified Economy
17.9 kmpl
19.71 kmpl
Top Speed
174 kmph
146 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
Avg Speed display
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146 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
Parking Assist
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Safety

NCAP Rating
3 Star (Global NCAP)
Not Tested
Airbags
6
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
check
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4540 mm
3675 mm
Width
1800 mm
1475 mm
Height
1708 mm
1825 mm
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2350 mm
Ground Clearance
195 mm
160 mm
No. of Seats
7
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
32 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
4.2 Litres
4.2 Litres
Boot Space
216 Litres
510 Litres
Kerb Weight
1630 kg
970 kg
Body Type
MUV
Minivan

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It offers 3 engine options to suit various needs
  • The Carens offers a premium cabin feel with 6 & 7 seater option
  • It comes with features like a ventilated seat, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, automatic climate control and others
  • The safety kit includes 6 airbags, all-4 disc brakes, ESP, ABS, VSM, and others
  • The space inside the cabin is sufficient to carry big families
  • The six-seater variant comes with second-row captain seats for enhanced comfort
  • The ride quality of the Carens is impressive, despite being a long vehicle it gives normal car-like road manners
  • The one-touch topple-down second-row seats give easy access to the third-row
  • Availability of automatic transmission in all three powertrain options
  • Has a very low maintenance cost and is an extremely reliable petrol engine.
  • It is a value-based 7-seater MPV with a CNG option and good boot space.
  • Sliding doors make it easy for in-rest eg-rest.
  • Massive glass areas make the cabin feel more airy.
Cons
  • The pricing of the top-spec variant is too high
  • Six-seater configuration is available in the top-spec variants only
  • The third row feels a little crammed mostly suitable for kids
  • The positioning of the air purifier eats up the kneeroom of the second-row passenger behind the driver
  • The reliability of the DCT gearbox is a question
  • It misses on some features such as a 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, and some others
  • The diesel engine does not offer a proper manual gearbox, it comes with an iMT unit
  • Lacks features that could have been more appealing.
  • Road dynamics could have been improved when loaded completely.
  • The design could have been improved and requires an update.
  • Lacks safety features and it is a big concern due to its design.
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Detailed Comparison of KIA Carens and Maruti Suzuki Eeco

Safety

Carens comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Eeco has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Engine Immobiliser, Child Safety Lock.

Body

Carens has doors and seats. It is an with 216 Litres boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 195 mm. It is 1800 mm wide, 1708 mm high and 4540 mm long. It has 1630 kg kerb weight and 2780 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Eeco is an with doors and seats ,32 Litres fuel tank capacity, 510 Litres boot space, 160 mm ground clearance.It has 1825 mm height, 3675 mm length, 1475 mm width, and 970 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

KIA Carens comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Eeco comes with RWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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KIA Carens and Maruti Suzuki Eeco Owner Reviews

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    • vm
      vartesh manu
      08 Sep 2025
      5.0
      It’s a good deal at this price and the most comfortable car in its segment. The Kia Carens is truly a value-for-money deal for everyone. Loved it from the heart.
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      Swathi
      31 Aug 2025
      5.0
      I love this car. The model is also good. It’s a petrol vehicle and very comfortable, with good seats and airbags. It also has 7 seats. The color is very nice. Overall, it’s an excellent vehicle.
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      Lk jena
      31 Days ago
      4.2
      This vehicle has been very helpful in many ways. Its comfort and mileage are excellent, and the number of features at this price point is amazing. Fully recommended—definitely go for it.
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      Satish Chowhan
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      This car offers excellent performance at a very low price in the 7-seater segment. It has a stylish design and provides great comfort compared to the Maruti Ertiga. With advanced features, smart sensors, and an impressive headlight design, it truly stands out as a great choice for families.
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      Sudhanva Kadoli
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      Great comfort and sensible space and design. Good stability on roads and affordable maintenance costs and KIA support. Easy access via app and great safety features always make you drive with confidence for long journeys. One of the best car in segment and a great value for money.
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