Kia Carens Clavis vs Maruti Suzuki XL6

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Carens Clavis and Maruti Suzuki XL6. The Kia Carens Clavis price is Rs. 11.39 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki XL6 price is Rs. 11.62 Lakh. The Kia Carens Clavis is available in 1497 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG and Maruti Suzuki XL6 is available in 1462 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG. XL6 provides the mileage of 20.97 kmpl.

Carens Clavis HTE Petrol 1.5L Manual 7 STR vs XL6 Zeta Petrol Manual Smart Hybrid Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Carens Clavis	XL6
Price	Rs. 11.39 Lakh	Rs. 11.62 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1497 cc	1462 cc
Power	113 bhp	102 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Carens Clavis

HTE Petrol 1.5L Manual 7 STR

Rs. 11.39 Lakh

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Maruti Suzuki XL6

Zeta Petrol Manual Smart Hybrid

Rs. 11.62 Lakh

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Kia Carens Clavis

HTE Petrol 1.5L Manual 7 STR

Maruti Suzuki XL6

Zeta Petrol Manual Smart Hybrid

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Specifications
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1462 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G1.5	K15C Smart Hybrid
Turbocharger/ Supercharger
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20	E20
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	113 bhp @ 6300 rpm	102 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	144 Nm @ 4500 rpm	137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Mileage	User Reported: 15 kmpl	ARAI: 20.97 kmpl \| User Reported: 17.25 kmpl
Fuel Change Over Switch	Not Applicable
Direct Start in CNG	Not Applicable
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)		944
Clutch Type		Dry (Single Plate)
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	MacPherson Strut & Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam & Coil Spring
Chassis Type	Unibody/Monocoque Frame
Steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes	Power assisted (Hydraulic) steering
Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel, Located Underbody	Steel (195/60R16)
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		5.2
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16
Wheels	Steel Rims	Alloy Wheels

Features

Exterior

Safety

Forward Collision Warning
ADAS
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	3 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
Seatbelts
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Assist System
Hands-off Detection
Perimetric alarm system
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Lane Functions
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Collision Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Anti Theft Alarm
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Dual Tone Horn
Heated ORVM
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Third Row Middle Seat Safety
Boot Open Warning
Child Seat Anchor Points
Reflectors	Rear Bumper
Rollover & Protection System	Rollover Sensor & Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Skid Plate	Front & Rear
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Fan speed control with Vents on Roof, Third row AC: Vents on Roof)	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Vents Behind Front Armrest, Third row AC: Blower with Fan speed control with Vents on Side Panels)
Air Purifier
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist		Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM)
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Roof-Grab Handles	Front (Foldable) & Rear (Foldable with Hooks)	Rear Only (Foldable)
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Co-Driver
Extendable Sun Visor		Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Creep Function
Drive Modes
Fuel Fillers Lid	Manual	Manual
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest
Charging Ports	USB Type-C, 12V Power Outlet	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Umbrella Storage in Door
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Electronic Parking Brake
Cabin Boot Access
Dashcam

Lighting

Headlights	Halogen	LED
Cornering Headlights
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)		LED
Connected LED	Taillight(Reflector only)
Fog Lights		LED - Front
Stop Lamp
Sequential Turn Indicators
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Lamps	Button Controlled Front and Rear Halogen Cabin lamps,	Button Controlled Front and Rear Halogen Cabin lamps,
Ambient Interior Lighting		Footwell Lamps
Illuminated Logo
Puddle Lamps

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Anti-glare ORVMs
Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type	Chrome Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type
Interior Door Handles Finish	Silver	Chrome
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down
Window Sunshade	Rear Windows, Manual (All)
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)	Manual Dimming	Manual Dimming
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Body-Coloured finish ORVM Colour	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs	Externally Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Rain-sensing Wipers
Rear Wiper
Boot Opener	Manual	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger
Additional Windshield & Window Features

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen		7" Touch-screen Display
Audio System		6 Speakers, 2 Tweeters
AM/FM Radio
Steering-Mounted Controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Bluetooth Compatibility		Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity		Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Command
Voice Assistant		Alexa
Input Methods		Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, Smart Watch Connectivity
GPS Navigation System
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
Driver Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Ventilated Seats
Massage Seats
Interior	Dual Tone (Black & Beige)	Single Tone (Black)
Wrappings
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front, Second & Third
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest	Cup Holder
Foldable Seatback Table
Split Rear Seat	60:40
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Inclined
Split Third Row Seat	50:50	50:50
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Captain Seats
Third Row Seat Type	Bench	Bench

Mobile App Features

Emergency Call Button
Find My Car
Connected Car App
Check Vehicle Status via App
Digital Key
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Engine Start/Stop
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Geo-fence
Alexa Compatibility
Home-to-Car Connectivity

Instrumentation

Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Low Battery Warning
Instrument Cluster Screen	4.2" TFT Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Speedometer	Digital
Navigation On Instrument Cluster
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Door Ajar Warning
Average Speed
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Gear Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator
Clock	Digital	Digital

Storage

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Clear White	Arctic White
	Aurora Black Pearl	Splendid Silver
	Pewter Olive	Grandeur Grey
	Imperial Blue	Brave Khaki
	Gravity Grey	Opulent Red
	Ivory Silver Gloss	Nexa Blue (Celestial)
	Ivory Silver Gloss	Bluish Black

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

29 Ratings

4.6/5

22 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.7Exterior	4.7Exterior
	4.8Comfort	4.4Performance
	4.6Performance	4.4Value for Money
	3.7Fuel Economy	4.6Comfort
	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Very good in segment

Compared to the competitor, this car is excellent in looks, features, mileage and comforts. Also, don't think about alternatives, just go for Kia Carens Clavis. Kia has the best MUV, and good service also.

XL6 MEANS EXCELLENT

Very Good Car for 6 people. Comfortable and very smooth driving. Fantastic view from the driver's seat for better driving, good for long driving without any problem. Value for the Money and a Good sporty look Car.

Used Cars in India

37 Used Carens Clavis

Rs. 10.65 Lakhonwards

539 Used XL6

Rs. 5.96 Lakhonwards

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Carens Clavis comparison with similar cars

Length Width Height	4550 mm * 1800 mm * 1708 mm	4445 mm * 1775 mm * 1755 mm
Wheelbase (mm)	2780	2740
Gross Weight (kg)		1740

Seating Capacity	7 Seats and 3 Rows	6 Seats and 3 Rows
Doors (Doors)	5	5
Bootspace		209 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45

Sunroof
Spoiler
Roof Rails
Grille Design	Kia Digital Tiger face Grille
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Exhaust	Silver
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna

Brakes	Disc (Front & Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Four-Wheel-Drive

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Bottle Holder in Doors
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front, Second & Third Row	Cupholders in Front & Third Row
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder
Driver Armrest Storage
Third Row Cup Holders