2024 Kia Carens launched; gets new Diesel MT & 6-seater trims

Prices for the 2024 Carens start at Rs 10.52 lakh, while the new variants are priced from Rs 12.12 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia has updated the Carens or the 2024 model year. The carmaker has introduced 7 new trims, including diesel manual and 6-seater variants.

Prices for the 2024 Carens start at Rs 10.52 lakh, while the new variants are priced from Rs 12.12 lakh (ex-showroom). The top-spec X-Line variant has also been updated and now costs Rs 19.67 lakh (ex-showroom).

The 1.5-litre diesel engine is now available with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Carens Diesel MT is available in both 6 and 7-seat configurations with prices starting at Rs 12.67 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Prestige+ (O) variant in 7DCT and 6AT now gets an electric sunroof, an LED map lamp and a room lamp. Additionally, the Prestige (O) variant offers the choice of 6 or 7 seating capacity, a leatherette-wrapped gear knob, a smart key with push-button start, an LED Rear Combination lamp, LED DRLs and a positioning lamp.

The Premium (O) trim gets new features such as keyless entry, an 8-inch infotainment system, a shark fin antenna, a steering-mounted remote control, a burglar alarm, and more. All variants now get a 180W charger.

The Carens X-Line gets additional features like a dashcam, auto up/down for all windows with voice commands. The X-Line variant is also available in a 7-seat configuration.

The Kia Carens is now available in the Pewter Olive exterior colour.