The 2022 Kia Carens roll out of the company Anantpur facility, amidst record bookings of 7,738 units already. The MPV is slated for launch this February.
The 2022 Kia Carens is the company's first Made in India product built at its Anantpur facility in Andhra Pradesh. The same will also export the Carens to over 80 countries. Based on the same K2 platform, that also underpins the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Alcazar, the Carens stands out with its unique front fascia and equipment list. The front section looks like a proper sporty SUV, but from the side, the multi-people carrier with bigger second-row doors makes it familial.
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Bookings for the 2022 Kia Carens had already started for a nominal amount of Rs. 25,000 from 14th January and 7,738 units have already been booked. Commenting on the occasion of the first Kia Carens roll-out was the Managing Director, and CEO of Kia India, Mr. Tae-Jin Park. He said, We are all about inspiration at Kia, and with the Kia Carens, we bring to the table a whole new set of value propositions aligning with requirements of the new-age customer. I am very excited about the beginning of this new journey. The Kia Carens is the fourth product we are rolling out in India. Our teams have worked tirelessly to bring out a product that truly reflects and resonates with modern Indian families. When customers think of a Kia, they expect best-in-class features, distinct design identity, and unmatched ownership experience which is truly reflected in the Carens.
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Mechanically, the Carens is powered by the same engine options also found with the Seltos. Theres the 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol unit that produces 138 bhp and 242 Nm of torque; whereas, the 1.5-liter N.A. engine produces 113 bhp and 144 Nm of torque. Both the engines come mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission option.
Feature-wise, Kias new MPV stands out with its one-switch seat-fold for third-row ingress. However, it misses out on a panoramic sunroof that is available with the Hyundai Creta. Some of the creature comforts features on-board include a sliding-type seat undertray, retractable seatback table, rear door spot lamp, bottle and gadget holder in the third-row, overhead AC vents for the second row with in-built diffuser, and an air purifier behind the drivers seat. Standard safety features include 6 airbags, ABS, ESC, VSM, Hill Assist, and DBC.
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Kia claims that the Carens is one of the safest vehicle on-board. We feel the same too. What do you think? Let us know in the comment section. In the meantime, do join our exclusive 91Wheels Telegram and 91Wheels Whatsapp group to know more about vehicles, conduct discussions on your favourite ride and much more! Also subscribe to our Youtube channel for video content on the latest from the world of cars and motorcycles. Also, connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more about vehicles!
