Kia has rejuvenated its ever-popular Carens MPV for 2025 with a facelift that delivers striking new design elements, upgraded cabin features and a newfound level of performance.q With this upgrade, the Carens is far ahead against its competitors in the premium MPV segment in India.
Bold New Design
The 2025 Kia Carens comes with sharper, contemporary looks. Up front, the redesigned grille, and slimmer LED headlamps joined with the light bar indicate a futuristic car, while the sculpted bumper add to the futuristic look. The new alloy wheels, roof rails and restyled tail lamps with full-width LED light strip at the rear add to its premium character.
The body shape is still a jack of all trades and master of none; it’s a 196-inch-long footprint that balances family comfort with road presence. With this contemporary design the Carens holds its own alongside pricier competition.
First-class and Top-End Stuff
The cabin of the 2025 Carens, meanwhile, is a major step up, now more comfort- and technology-focused. The headline is a new 30-inch panoramic digital setup that integrates a 12.3-inch infotainment system, 12-inch digital instrument cluster and a 5-inch panel for HVAC controls — it makes the dashboard look.
expensive and modern. Kia has also improved the level of material quality throughout the cabin in the form of soft-touch panels, ambient lighting, and ventilated front and second-row seats. A panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging and premium sound are luxury options. The 6- and 7-seater options still remain available for large families in the Carens.
Options for Engine and Performance
The 2025 Carens continues with the same tested powertrain options thereby having something for everyone:
- 1.5L NA Petrol – 115 PS, 144 Nm 2.0L Diesel – 115 PS, 250 Nm Ideal for the EcoSport Active?
- 1.5L Turbo Petrol – 160 PS of power, 253 Nm torque
- 1.5L Diesel – 116 PS, 250 Nm torque
Two engine options come with four gearbox options – a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed iMT, a 6-speed AT, and a 7-speed DCT. Now, there are different powertrains to cater to buyers so you can balance the power/fuel efficiency mix to your particular driving regime, be it city commuting or highway cruising.
Safety and ADAS Features
Safety is one of the headline things Kia has focused on with the 2025 Carens. Key highlights in the enhanced version include: Level 2ADAS (Advanced DriverAsistance Systems) with:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- 360-Degree Camera
Also available across trim levels are six airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, hill-start assist, electronic stability control (ESC) and tire pressure monitoring. These updates elevate the level of passenger safety to provide the Carens a safe ride for your family.
Variants and Pricing
The 2025 Carens comes in several trim: Premium, Prestige, Prestige Plus, Luxury, Luxury Plus and X-Line. Prices start around ₹11. 49 lakh (ex-showroom) and ₹21.50 lakh for the top-spec trims. With the variety of trim levels and options available, there’s a Carens to fit anyone’s needs and budget.
What’s Coming: Kia Carens EV
Kia is also preparing to introduce an all-electric Carens by the end of 2025. It will have an estimated range of 500-600 km per charge and will get twin digital displays, connected car technology and Level 2 ADAS. This means that the Carens EV will end up as the very first 3-row electric MPV in India – ideal for environment-conscious families Looking at its unique features, its one of its kind in India, and naturally so.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Kia Carens facelift has everything today’s Indian buyers want in their car — sharp design, futuristic features, robust safety, and dependable performance. Fifty-nine-years later and it remains a rare breed in the world of motoring thanks to its blend of economy and plushness making it a leading player in the MPV market.
Whether you are thinking about swapping your family car or you are searching for a stylish people-mover with extra premium touches, the 2025 Kia Carens is one of the most compelling options in the market at the moment.
