And while on the subject of storage and practicality, the Kia Carens offers numerous properly designed storage areas throughout the cabin, much more than the Maruti Suzuki.Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: equipmentMaruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: Models TestedModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ ATKia Carens Luxury+ Auto LED headlampsAvailableAvailableAutomatic environment controlAvailableAvailableRear view camera360-degreeAvailableVentilated front seatsAvailableAvailableWireless chargingNot availableAvailableTouchscreen7.0-inch10.25- inchSpeakers68Digital instrument clusterNot availableAvailableSunroofNot availableAvailableAir purifierNot availableAvailableAirbags46ESPAvailableAvailableThe top-spec models checked here get typical package like vehicle LED headlamps, 16-inch alloys, aerated front seats, environment control, cruise control, paddle shifters, 4 air bags, ESP, hill-start assist, rear-view video camera and tyre pressure tracking system. Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: performanceModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Kia Carens Luxury +0 -20 kph1.40sec1.50sec0-40kph3.27 sec2.79sec0-60kph5.93 sec4.62sec0-80kph9.56 sec6.99sec0-100kph14.31 sec9.67sec0-120kph19.88 sec13.52sec0-140kph29.17 sec18.39 secTipping the scales at 1,225 kg, the XL6s power figures appear just about adequate for its weight and size. All these combined result in an effectiveness of 9.20 kpl and 17.01 kpl in the city and on the highway, respectively.Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: Fuel economyModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Kia Carens Luxury+ City9.20 kpl8.90 kplHighway17.01 kpl15.76 kplThe Kia Carens 1.4-litre turbocharged mill with the DCT returns 8.90 kpl and 15.76 kpl in the city and highway, respectively.

With such a big price space, has the Carens already lost the battle, or can it redeem itself in other locations and pip the XL6?Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: designWith the XL6 facelift, Maruti Suzuki has actually infused a higher degree of desirability by merely upping its wheel-size to 16 inches (from 15 inches), which makes it look more proportional to its body than previously. And while on the topic of storage and functionality, the Kia Carens uses numerous well-designed storage locations across the cabin, much more than the Maruti Suzuki.Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: equipmentMaruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: Models TestedModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ ATKia Carens Luxury+ Auto LED headlampsAvailableAvailableAutomatic environment controlAvailableAvailableRear view camera360-degreeAvailableVentilated front seatsAvailableAvailableWireless chargingNot availableAvailableTouchscreen7.0-inch10.25- inchSpeakers68Digital instrument clusterNot availableAvailableSunroofNot availableAvailableAir purifierNot availableAvailableAirbags46ESPAvailableAvailableThe top-spec models checked here get typical set like car LED headlamps, 16-inch alloys, aerated front seats, climate control, cruise control, paddle shifters, 4 airbags, ESP, hill-start help, rear-view video camera and tire pressure monitoring system. Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: performanceModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Kia Carens Luxury +0 -20 kph1.40sec1.50sec0-40kph3.27 sec2.79sec0-60kph5.93 sec4.62sec0-80kph9.56 sec6.99sec0-100kph14.31 sec9.67sec0-120kph19.88 sec13.52sec0-140kph29.17 sec18.39 secTipping the scales at 1,225 kg, the XL6s power figures appear just about appropriate for its weight and size. All these combined result in an effectiveness of 9.20 kpl and 17.01 kpl in the city and on the highway, respectively.Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: Fuel economyModelMaruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+ Kia Carens Luxury+ City9.20 kpl8.90 kplHighway17.01 kpl15.76 kplThe Kia Carens 1.4-litre turbocharged mill with the DCT returns 8.90 kpl and 15.76 kpl in the city and highway, respectively. What likewise requires a mention is the sheer stopping power of its anchors; with all 4 disc brakes, the Carens comes to a total halt from 80 kph, one complete metre shorter than the much lighter XL6.Maruti Suzuki XL6 vs Kia Carens: verdictThe Maruti XL6 is based on the Ertiga, so it brings forward all its strengths like smart packaging, comfortable seats and a flexible trip quality.