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MG Hector vs KIA Carens Clavis

Do you want to find out which car is the best, MG Hector or KIA Carens Clavis? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Hector and Carens Clavis. MG Hector Price starts at Rs.13.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Style 1.5L Turbo Petrol MT and KIA Carens Clavis Price starts at Rs.11.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE SmartStream G1.5 Petrol 6MT. MG Hector is 4 cylinder, 1451 cc Engine can generate 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm power whereas KIA Carens Clavis is a N/A cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 113.18 bhp @ 6300 power. In terms of mileage, Hector provides a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model), and Carens Clavis has a mileage of 15.34 kmpl (base model).

Hector vs Carens Clavis

Key HighlightsMG HectorKIA Carens Clavis
PriceRs.13.99 LakhRs.11.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity1451 cc1497 cc
Power140 bhp @ 5000 rpm113.18 bhp @ 6300
Mileage/Range14 kmpl15.34 kmpl
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MG Hector Style 1.5L Turbo Petrol MT car
Style 1.5L Turbo Petrol MT
Rs. 13.99 Lakh
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KIA Carens Clavis HTE SmartStream G1.5 Petrol 6MT car
HTE SmartStream G1.5 Petrol 6MT
Rs. 11.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
16.29 Lakh
Price Breakup
13.32 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.0
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Boot Space (Litres)
587 Litres
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Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1451 cc
1497 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
140 bhp @ 5000 rpm
113.18 bhp @ 6300
Colors
Images
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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
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Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Mcpherson Strut + Coil Springs
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Beam Assemble + Coil Spring
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Wheels
Steel
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Steel
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Front Tyre Size
215/60 R17
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
215/60 R17
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.6 meters
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Tyre Size Spare
215/60 R17
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Wheels Size
R17
R15

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
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
14 inches
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
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Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
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Speakers
4
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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/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 7 Years/80000 Kms
Upto 5 Years/ Unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1451 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
1.5 Turbocharged Intercooled
SmartStream G1.5
No. of Cylinders
4
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No. of valves per cylinder
4
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Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
6
Power
140 bhp @ 5000 rpm
113.18 bhp @ 6300
Torque
250 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm
143.8 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
FWD
2WD
ARAI Certified Economy
14 kmpl
15.34 kmpl
Top Speed
195 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
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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
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Electronic Parking Brake
Parking Assist
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Safety

Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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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
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Hill Assist
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4655 mm
4550 mm
Width
1835 mm
1800 mm
Height
1760 mm
1708 mm
Wheelbase
2750 mm
2780 mm
Ground Clearance
192 mm
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No. of Seats
5
6
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
7.5 Litres
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Boot Space
587 Litres
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Kerb Weight
1613 kg
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Body Type
SUV
MPV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It gives a proper SUV stance with its big dody and sharp body lines
  • The more blingy design gives it a new look after the facelift
  • It comes loaded with features. For example, it has a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It also has auto-turn indicators and projector LED headlamps. Plus, a panoramic sunroof, wireless connectivity, an electric tailgate, and an 8-speaker Infinity S
  • It offers many safety features. These include level-2 ADAS with a 360-camera, 6 airbags, all-4 disc brakes, front parking sensors, ESP, hill-hold assist, and a traction control system.
  • It is available in multiple seating options. The standard is a 5-seater. The Hector Plus is available in a 6- and 7-seater option.
  • Powerful turbo petrol and diesel engines are available. The diesel motor is torquey and fuel-efficient.
  • The Hector's interior has a premium appeal. It has leatherette seats, door trims, ambient lighting, and comfortable seating.
  • The interior is very spacious and the cabin can easily accommodate 5-adults
  • A smooth CVT gearbox is on offer
  • The 5-seater variant offers humongous boot space of 587 litres
  • Looks more mature and SUV-like compared to the Carens
  • The interior has become more premium and offers good appeal
  • It continues to provide the same practical and comfortable cabin experience
  • Loaded with a plethora of features such as a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, a bigger touchscreen infotainment system, BOSE audio, and more
  • It drives and handles well; the suspension has become plusher and more comfortable
  • Multiple engine options are offered, with a variety of transmission choices
  • Enhanced safety is provided with 20 ADAS Level 2 features
  • Turbo petrol engine is now available with a 6-speed manual transmission
Cons
  • The chrome on the front grille is a bit over, and might not appeal to everyone
  • The touchscreen infotainment is smooth and crisp but not driver-friendly
  • The touchscreen integrates the AC controls. It takes a bit of effort to control aircon settings while driving.
  • The diesel engine comes with a manual transmission only. There is no option for a diesel automatic variant.
  • ADAS is available in petrol variants only
  • The turbo petrol motor is not much fuel efficient which can be a bummer in city traffic
  • The substantial size of the body accentuates the body roll within the cabin
  • In the Plus variants, the third row is confined and is best suited for children
  • The 6-seater variant is only available in the top-spec trim
  • Although the dashboard layout has been improved, it could’ve been more premium
  • The higher variants are limited to the turbo-petrol engine only
  • Diesel AT is available in a single variant (no diesel AT for higher variants)
  • ADAS is limited to a single variant only
  • Certain features are restricted to select engine and transmission options
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Detailed Comparison of MG Hector and KIA Carens Clavis

Safety

Hector 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, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Carens Clavis has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

Hector has doors and seats. It is an with 587 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 192 mm. It is 1835 mm wide, 1760 mm high and 4655 mm long. It has 1613 kg kerb weight and 2750 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Carens Clavis is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, It has 1708 mm height, 4550 mm length, 1800 mm width, .

Transmission

MG Hector comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Carens Clavis comes with 2WD and 6 Manual transmission.

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MG Hector and KIA Carens Clavis Owner Reviews

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    • S
      Sanjeev
      13 May 2025
      4.8
      Car condition is very good. Comfort level is very good. You can drive this car for 24 hours with small brakes in between. Features are more as compare to other cars.
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      sheo kumar
      2 Month ago
      3.7
      Very bad experience for mileage in daily use and long driving both. Comfort experience is very well. Driving is very well. Only suffer in mileage , because I need daily use and long drive use .
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      Gaurav Kariya
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      Nice car with amazing comfort and heavy features in law price in this amount other companies give basic features but MG Hector gives comparison.
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      Mithun Puri
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      Good condition and good service customer service customer support and All are good very good service and good support and All are very good and comfortable in the store at.
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      VikkasGrover
      5 Month ago
      5.0
      Average, maintenance, customer service Very unique customer experience Average on highways is around 18 and in cities around 14. Parts are also not very costly. Very good dealer managers.
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