Renault Triber Facelift vs Kia Carens Specifications Compared

The 2025 Renault Triber facelift has been launched at Rs 6.30 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). As a 7-seater sub-4 metre crossover MPV, it presents itself as a more affordable alternative to larger family cars, including the Kia Carens. With the recent introduction of the Carens Clavis, Kia now offers the regular Carens in a single, well-equipped Premium (O) variant.

So, how does the newly updated Triber stack up against the Carens Premium (O) when it comes to offering better value for money?

Let’s start by comparing their prices.

Price

Renault Triber Facelift	Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 9.40 lakh
Kia Carens Premium (O)	Rs 11.41 lakh

*All prices are ex-showroom, pan-India

The new Renault Triber is available in four variants, giving you choices within the aforementioned price range. In comparison, there is only one option for the Kia Carens to go for. The Premium (O) happened to be one of the mid-spec trims of the Carens previously, and it still holds about Rs 2 lakh premium over the fully loaded Triber.

Dimension

Dimensions	Renault Triber facelift	Kia Carens	Difference
Length	3985 mm	4540 mm	(-555 mm)
Width	1734 mm	1800 mm	(-66 mm)
Height	1643 mm	1708 mm	(-65 mm)
Wheelbase	2636 mm	2780 mm	(-144 mm)
Boot space	84 litres	216 litres	(-132 litres)

The Renault Triber is positioned in the sub-4 metre segment and is understandably smaller than the Carens in every aspect. As a result, you will have to compromise on cabin space when compared to the Carens. With all three rows in place, the Triber also offers significantly less boot space. However, it does come with the option of a removable third row, which opens up more room when needed.

Powertrain

	Renault Triber facelift	Kia Carens
Engine	1-litre naturally aspirated petrol	1.5-litre petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Power	72 PS	115 PS	116 PS
Torque	96 Nm	144 Nm	250 Nm
Transmission	5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT*	6-speed MT

*AMT- automated manual transmission

The new Renault Triber facelift is kept limited to a sole NA petrol engine option, while the Kia Carens is offered with more powerful petrol and diesel engine options. However, the Triber makes your life easy in its top-spec variant with an automated manual transmission (AMT), which is not available with the Carens.

Features

	Renault Triber facelift	Kia Carens
Exterior	Auto LED projector headlights LED DRLs Front LED fog lamps LED turn indicators on ORVMs LED tail lights 15-inch steel wheels with dual-tone stylised covers Optional dual-tone black roof (at an extra cost of Rs 23,000) Silver front and up rear faux skid plates Door decals Black roof rails with 50kg load carrying capacity	Halogen headlights LED DRLs Turn indicators on ORVMs 16-inch steel wheels with covers Rear Spoiler with High Mount Stop Lamp Shark-fin antenna
Interior	Black and greige fabric seat upholstery Manual height adjustment for driver’s seat Front seat back pockets Adjustable headrests for 2nd and 3rd row seats Sliding and folding 2nd row seats with tumble function 60:40 split-folding rear seats Faux wooden trim on dashboard Knobs for manual AC control with chrome rings Cabin lights for rear rows LED cabin lamp for front passengers	Black and Beige Interiors Semi-leatherette upholstery Manual height adjustment for driver’s seat Front Armrest with Open Storage and Tray Front seat back pockets Adjustable headrests for 2nd and 3rd row seats Sliding and folding 2nd row seats with tumble function 60:40 split-folding rear seats
Comfort & Convenience	7-inch digital driver’s display Wireless phone charger Push-button start/stop Keyless entry Cruise control (only manual variants) Cooled glovebox Electrically adjustable ORVMs with auto-folding as well as welcome and goodbye sequences Auto up/down for driver-side window Steering-mounted audio and phone controls Cooled storage space in centre console Dedicated AC vents for 2nd and 3rd row Tilt-adjustable steering wheel PM2.5 air filter 12V charging socket and USB charging port for front and 2nd row passengers	12.5-inch semi-digital driver’s display Electrically adjustable ORVMs Second Row Seat Back Folding Armrest with Cup Holders 60:40 second-row split seats with Sliding, Reclining and One Touch Easy Electric Tumble Dedicated AC vents for 2nd and 3rd row All 4 power windows Second row sunshades Steering-Mounted Audio Controls Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Infotainment	8-inch floating touchscreen Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 4 speakers	8-inch touchscreen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 6 speakers
Safety	6 airbags ABS with EBD Electronic stability control (ESC) Traction control system (TCS) Hill start assist Front and rear parking sensors Central locking 3-point seatbelts for all passengers with reminders ISOFIX child seat anchorages Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Follow-me home headlights Rain-sensing wipers Rear defogger Rear wiper and washer Rear parking camera	6 airbags ABS with EBD Electronic stability control (ESC) Traction control system (TCS) Hill start assist Rear parking sensors Central locking 3-point seatbelts for all passengers with reminders ISOFIX child seat anchorages Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) All-wheel disc brakes Follow-me home headlights Rear defogger Rear wiper and washer Rear parking camera

The Triber packs in several useful features such as auto LED projector headlamps, cruise control, wireless phone charger, and a 7-inch digital driver’s display. However, it misses out on wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

The Kia Carens Premium (O) feels more upmarket with semi-leatherette upholstery, rear sunshades, electric tumble for the second row, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also offers more speakers and all-wheel disc brakes for better safety.

Verdict

If you’re looking for an affordable 7-seater that covers the basics well without feeling bare-bones, the Renault Triber facelift makes a strong case for itself. It offers a practical cabin, decent features for the price, and flexibility with its removable third row, ideal for buyers on a budget and still looking for a family car.

That said, the Kia Carens Premium (O) justifies its higher price by offering a more spacious cabin, stronger engine options, and added comfort features that make it better suited for long-distance family travel. Its larger dimensions also give it more road presence. So, while the Triber focuses on value, the Carens brings a more premium ownership experience. It depends on what matters more to you.