The Kia Carens is currently one of the most popular premium MPVs in India. However, despite its popularity, it has only received some minor facelifts. This MPV has largely remained the same over the years since its launch. Hence, it is now in need of a fresh redesign and generation change. It has been reported that the company will soon launch the Carens facelift in India. A digital rendering of what this new Carens could look like has been shared online.
This video rendering of the upcoming Kia Carens facelift has been shared on YouTube. It comes courtesy of the very talented digital artist SRK Designs. The digital rendering of the Kia Carens facelift shows the completely revamped exterior from the front and rear.
Kia Carens facelift: What it could look like?
Starting at the front, the first and most major update that we can note is the brand-new LED headlights. It still boasts the same split headlamp design. However, they have now been made very modern and sleek. Another important change at the front is the addition of a connecting LED light strip in the middle.
Like the new Sonet and the Seltos, Kia could also provide the Carens facelift with an extension of the LED DRLs, which also connect to the LED headlamp units as shown in the render. Apart from this major change, we can note the front bumper has also been made slightly more aggressive and pronounced.
Coming to the side profile, the major design of the popular MPV has not been altered as much. It still gets the sharp body lines along with a long rear door. It also continues to boast the same chrome details on the window moldings and door handles. The silver roof rails can also be noted in the same position.
One major change, as seen in the rendered version, which could be seen in the production version as well, is the newly designed alloy wheels. Generally, when automakers launch a new generation or facelift of their existing product, they launch it with a set of brand-new alloy wheels. Apart from this, we can also note a silver element on the bottom of the doors.
As for the changes in the rear, like the front, they are also huge. We can note that the LED taillights are now connected by an LED light bar. This reminds us of the newly facelifted Kia Sonet sub-compact SUV. Also, LED taillight units have been given a C-shape, and they look very modern. There is also a massive silver skid plate.
Kia Carens facelift: Interior details
In terms of changes to the interior of the Kia Carens, the MPV will come equipped with a changed dashboard layout. The list of upgrades could include a redesigned AC panel and different seat upholstery. As for the features, the Carens could be coming with a few new major additions.
It is expected that the Kia Carens facelift will come with level 2 ADAS and a 360° camera. This premium MPV already offers two 10.25-inch displays, wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, and a sunroof. It also gets six airbags, a tire pressure monitoring system, front and rear parking sensors, and a rear parking camera.
Kia Carens facelift: Engine options
As for the powertrain options, they will likely remain the same as the outgoing model. The current model offers a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that makes 115 PS and 144 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, there is another 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine that makes 160 PS and 253 Nm of torque.
Lastly, there is also a 1.5-litre diesel, which makes 116 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque. The naturally aspirated petrol engine comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. Meanwhile, the turbo petrol gets a 7-speed DCT and a 6-speed iMT. Lastly, the diesel variant comes with a 6-speed MT, a 6-speed iMT, and a 6-speed AT.
When is the Kia Carens facelift coming?
It is believed that the Kia Carens facelift will make its official debut in India in 2025. As for the price, the model is expected to be launched with a premium over the current pricing. Presently, the Kia Carens starts at Rs 10.52 lakh and goes up to Rs 19.94 lakh.
