Kia Carens Turbo DCT vs. Diesel AT – Kia Carens is still a leader in the premium MPV sector, giving its customers the option of the 1.5L T-GDi Turbo Petrol with a 7-speed DCT or the 1.5L Diesel with a 6-speed Torque Converter automatic. These two engines are meant for different types of drivers and they provide a great combination of performance, efficiency, and comfort. Let’s go through a detailed comparison to help you pick the right engine for yourself.
Performance
The 1.5L T-GDi Turbo Petrol comes with 160 PS at 5,500 rpm and 253 Nm of torque between 1,500–3,500 rpm, all this is done using a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. It gives a swift 0–100 km/h sprint of about 10.2–10.5 seconds, thus providing a sharp and sporty driving experience, particularly in terms of overtaking and city driving.
The other side of the coin is that the 1.5L Diesel AT delivers 116 PS at 4,000 rpm combining this with 250 Nm of torque from 1,500–2,750 rpm. It takes 13.5–14.2 seconds to reach 100 km/h, nevertheless, it is characterized by smoothness, low-end torque, and easy maneuvering in congested areas or on hills.
When it comes to the most enjoyable driving, the Turbo Petrol DCT definitely is the one whioch takes the cake. But for a stress-free, reliable city driving the Diesel AT is no less.
Fual Efficiency and running Costs
Diesel engine has the greatest advantage of all which is efficiency. The Turbo Petrol DCT has an Arai mileage of about 16.5 kmpl, while Diesel AT boasts 18.4 kmpl. The real-life city and highway mileage highlights the Diesel’s lead even more, it gives 13-15 km in the city while 17-19km on the highway in return for petrol’s 9-11 km and 15-17 km respectively.
Annually, with mixed driving of 15,000 km, the running costs for the Diesel AT calculate to be around ₹89,060 as opposed to the petrol variant’s ₹1,21,150 thus providing possible annual fuel savings of ₹32,090. The Diesel AT is initially ₹50,000 – 1,00,000 more expensive than the Turbo Petrol, but the price difference can be covered during 2 – 3 years of usual usage if the customer goes for it.
Who Should Buy Which?
In case your driving habits include high monthly mileage, frequent highway trips, or heavy cargo, the Diesel AT is the right choice both financially and practically. With this car one can have delightful rides throughout the day since it has the fuel economy, torque for long drives, and no unpleasantness.
On the other hand, if your driving is mainly confined to the city, less than 1,000 km per month, and you have a preference for an engaging, sporty ride, the Turbo Petrol DCT is perfect for you. The car’s lighter, faster, and more responsive than the DCT makes everyday driving fun even when running costs are slightly higher.
