Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens
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Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens – Dimensions, Specs

The Korean automaker, Hyundai has recently released the new Stargazer 3-row MPV in Indonesia. The new Hyundai Stargazer MPV will directly rival the likes of the Kia Carens, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Avanza, Mitsubishi Xpander and the Daihatsu Rocky. If media reports are to be believed, Hyundai could also launch the new Stargazer MPV in the Indian market; however, Hyundai is yet to make an official announcement on the same.

Here is a specifications, dimensions and price based comparison between the Hyundai Stargazer and the Kia Carens 3-row MPVs –

Hyundai Stargazer Design

Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens Dimensions

DimensionsHyundai StargazerKia Carens
Length4460mm4540mm
Width1780mm1800mm
Height1690mm1700mm
Wheelbase2780mm2780mm
Ground ClearanceNA190mm
Boot Space200L (Expandable Up to 585L)216L (Expandable Up to 645L)
Wheels205/55 R16205/65 R16
Kerb Weight1209kgs1221kgs

– The new Stargazer and the Carens are based on the same platform. Not just platform, the two MPVs will also share several components and features.

– In terms of proportions, the new Hyundai Stargazer is 4,460mm in length, 1,780mm in width and 1,690mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,780mm. It has a kerb weight of 1209mm. The MPV offers a boot space of 200mm with all 3-rows in position and the luggage space can be increased up to 585-litres by folding the last row.

Kia Carens Exterior Review

– The Kia Carens rides on the same 2,780mm wheelbase; however, it has slightly larger dimensions compared to the Stargazer. It is 80mm longer, 20mm wider and 10mm taller than the Korean sibling. The Carens measures 4,540mm in length, 1,800mm in width and 1,700mm in height. It has a ground clearance of 195mm and the kerb weight of 1221kgs. The MPV offers a boot space of 216-litres, which can be increased by up to 645-litres by folding the third-row seat.

– Both models ride on 16-inch alloys. While the Stargazer gets 205/55 R16 section tyres, the Carens feature 205/65 R16 section tyres.

Hyundai Stargazer Specs

Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens Petrol Specifications

SpecificationsHyundai StargazerKia Carens
Engine1.5L NA Petrol1.5L NA petrol/1.4L turbo petrol
Power115PS115PS/140PS
Torque144Nm144Nm/242Nm
Gearbox6MT & iVT6MT, iVT/ 6MT, 7DCT

The Indonesian-spec Hyundai Stargazer is powered by a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that also powers the Kia Carens. This engine is capable of producing 115PS at 6,300rpm and a peak torque of 144Nm at 4,500rpm. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and an IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission).

The Kia Carens MPV is available in 3 engine options – a 1.5-litre NA petrol, a 1.5L turbo-diesel and a 1.4L turbocharged petrol. The naturally-aspirated petrol engine is good for 113bhp and 144Nm of torque, while the turbo-diesel engine produces 113bhp and 250Nm of torque. The turbo-charged petrol engine is capable of producing 138bhp and 242Nm of torque.

Hyundai Stargazer ADAS

A 6-speed manual gearbox driving the power to the front wheels will come as standard. Other transmission options include a 7-speed DCT with 1.4L turbo petrol and a 6-speed torque convertor with 1.5L diesel. The automatic variants also come with multi drive modes – Normal, Eco & Sport along with paddle shifters.

The India-spec Hyundai Stargazer is also expected to share the Carens engine and gearbox options.

Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens – Features

The Hyundai Stargazer and the Kia Carens are offered with 6 and 7-seat options with former having captain seats in the second-row. The MPVs are equipped with 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless phone charger, 12.5-inch full LCD cluster with 4.2-inch digital MID, retractable tables for the second-row passengers, leatherette seats, LED lighting, ventilated front seats, etc.

Kia Carens Interior Review

The new Stargazer MPV also comes with advanced driver assistant system (ADAS) with features like forward collsion-avoidance assist (FCA), lane keeping assist (LKA), blind-spot collision-avoidance assist (BCA) and rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist (RCCA).

Hyundai Stargazer Vs Kia Carens – Dimensions, Specs
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