Kia has been busy giving the Carens an update. The new Kia Carens facelift was seen testing around the highways close to the factory in Andhra Pradesh. Kia hasn’t given a timeline for its launch, but looking at the heavily camouflaged Carens, the launch is likely to happen soon. Here’s what to expect from the new Kia Carens facelift.
New Kia Carens facelift — What do the images reveal?
The updated Carens retains its overall silhouette, and will most likely retain its dimensions as well. However, there will be updates to the headlights, DRLs, tail lamps, grille, bumper, alloy wheels and other bits, in line with the new Kia design language seen on the Seltos. The tail lamps will be connected while the headlights will receive the new ‘Starlamp’ theme with a triangular housing.
There will be more updates in the interior, as the Carens facelift will feature a panoramic sunroof on the top variant, while also featuring an ADAS suite. The Carens is expected to get dual TFT screens, ventilated seats, a touchscreen for climate control, a 360-degree camera, a dash cam and more.
New Kia Carens facelift — Engine specifications
In terms of power, the upcoming Kia carens is expected to retain the current engine lineup, which consists of a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.5-litre turbo diesel unit, and the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol mill. Gearbox options will also remain the same.
| Specifications | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | 1.5-litre NA | 1.5-litre Turbo | 1.5-litre Turbo |
| Power | 113 bhp | 156 bhp | 113 bhp |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Gearbox | MT | iMT/DCT | MT/AT |
Kia is expected to launch the updated Carens during the second half of 2025 and we can expect the carmaker to soon start rolling out teasers also. That said, when launched, the Carens facelift will compete with the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. Maruti Suzuki XL6, Hyundai Alcazar, and the segment leader that does not fall under the price point, the Toyota Innova Crysta.
