A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Carens and Fit are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Fit starts ZAR 19,495 cheaperCarens from ZAR 399,995 · Fit from ZAR 380,500
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Specification
Carens
Fit
Maximum Power
Carens85 kW @ 4000 rpm
Fit109 kW
Maximum Torque
Carens250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
Fit253 Nm
Engine Size
Carens1493 cc
Fit1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Carens18.9 km/l
Fit26.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
Carens180 mm
Fit141 mm
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KIA Carens
1.5D SX Auto
Hagalu editorial rating
4.4/5★★★★★★★★★★
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Carens
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Fit
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Carens
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Fit
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Carens
Fit
Intercooler
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
No
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Standard
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Drag Coefficient
0.34
-
Roof Load
50 kg
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1660 l
304 l
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Steering Response
Normal
-
Skid Plates
No
Not Available
Side Steps
No
-
Spare Wheel
Temporary Spare
Not Available
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Optional
Adaptive Dampers
No
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Optional
Voice Command
Yes
Built-in
Voice Command Support
Yes
Built-in
Digital Speedometer
Yes
-
Driver Display
Digital Cluster
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Climate Control
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Climate Zones
2
Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Seat Type
Leather Seats
Premium Fabric
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
Yes
-
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Smart Key
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Remote Engine Start
No
-
Remote Start
No
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Smart Key
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Remote
-
Boot Opener
Remote
-
Power Windows
Yes
All Doors Auto
Power Mirrors
Yes
All Doors Auto
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
All Doors Auto
Electric Mirror Folding
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Roof Antenna
Yes
-
Rear Wing
Yes
-
Aero Kit
No
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
No
Not Available
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Trim Level
flagship
top
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Core range derivative
Accelerator 0 100
11.5 sec
10.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Diff Lock
No
Not Available
Difflock
No
Not Available
Vdc
Yes
Standard
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Sonar
Yes
Front and Rear
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Bottle Holders
4
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Smart Key
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Smart Key
Wireless Charger
Yes
Optional
Lift Gate
No
Not Available
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Sound System
8
6
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
Not Available
Mirror
Electric
All Doors Auto
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Sub Frame
Unibody
Monocoque
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
carens
fit
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Unlocking
Yes
Smart Key
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Smart Key
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Smart Key
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Centre Console
Centre Armrest
-
Side Impact Bars
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1660 l
304 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.3
3.8
AC Type
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
8 Years
Rim Size
215/55 R17
16-inch Alloy
Spec
Carens
Fit
Fuel Octane Requirement
B7 Diesel
Hybrid
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Particulate Filter
DPF
Not Available
Fuel Evaporation Control
No
-
Green NCAP Rating
4
-
Start Stop System
Yes
Standard
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
Noise Level
67 dB
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Self-Charging Hybrid
Idle CO2 Output
139
90
CO2 Emissions
139 g/km
90 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
139
90
Spec
Carens
Fit
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.9 km/l
26.3 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
18.9 km/l
26.3 km/l
City Mileage
15.3 km/l
24 km/l
Highway Mileage
22.1 km/l
27 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
40 l
Fuel Tank Litres
45
40
Spec
Carens
Fit
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Number of Gears
6
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
eCVT Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Dry Dual Clutch
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
3.63
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
4x2
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front Wheel Drive
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
15.1:1
-
Transmission Speeds
6
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
4x2
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
eCVT Automatic
Transmission Type
Automatic Transmission
Automatic
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic
eCVT Automatic
Spec
Carens
Fit
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
6
Passenger Airbag
Yes
6
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
ABS
Yes
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Yes
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Safety Rating
5
-
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Front and Rear
Central Locking
Yes
-
Alarm System
Yes
Standard
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Standard
Airbags
6
6
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
Spec
Carens
Fit
Alternator
Yes
-
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000
10000 km / 12 months
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
8 Years
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
8 Years
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
8 Years
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
8 Years
Service Interval
15000
10000 km / 12 months
First Service At
15000
-
Approx Service Cost
R3,800 per service
Low
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Service Intervals
15000
10000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
-
8 Years
Spec
Carens
Fit
Real-world City Mileage Min
12.5 l/100km
22 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
16.2 l/100km
26 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
19.1 l/100km
24 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
22.3 l/100km
28 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
25
Spec
Carens
Fit
EV Mode
No
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Cruise Control
Yes
Adaptive
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Yes
Standard
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Front and Rear
Parking Sensors
Yes
Front and Rear
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Optional
Auto Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
LED Projector
Eco Mode
Yes
-
Sport Mode
Yes
-
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Standard
Emergency Braking
Yes
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Yes
Standard
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Standard
Around View Monitor
Yes
Optional
Surround View Camera
Yes
Optional
Parking Distance Sensors
Yes
Front and Rear
Parking Sensor
Yes
Front and Rear
Front Camera
Yes
-
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
-
Spec
Carens
Fit
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
16 deg
14 deg
Departure Angle
18 deg
16 deg
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
14 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
No
-
Underbody Protection
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
EV Eco Normal
Ground Clearance Min
185 mm
141 mm
Ground Clearance Max
185 mm
141 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
16 deg
14 deg
Departure Angle Deg
18 deg
16 deg
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
250 mm
Wading Depth Mm
-
250 mm
Spec
Carens
Fit
Wheelbase
2780 mm
2530 mm
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
141 mm
Payload Capacity
562 kg
471 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
800 kg
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Length
4550 mm
3995 mm
Width
1800 mm
1695 mm
Height
1734 mm
1515 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
141 mm
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
5.0 m
Kerb Weight
1488 kg
1209 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2050 kg
1680 kg
Front Headroom
1062 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
1045 mm
960 mm
Front Legroom
1031 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
928 mm
950 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
216 l
304 l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
40 l
Spec
Carens
Fit
Body Type
MPV
Hatchback
Wing Mirror Type
Electric
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Led Headlights
Yes
LED Projector
LED Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
LED
DRL
Yes
LED
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Fog Lights
Yes
LED
Fog Lamps
Yes
LED
Front Fog Lights
Yes
LED
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Roof Type
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Body Cladding
No
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
No
-
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
-
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple
5
Exterior Colour Options
5
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
All Doors Auto
Auto Headlights
Yes
LED Projector
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector
Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector
Headlights
Yes
LED Projector
Headlight Type
Yes
LED Projector
Exterior Mirror Folding
Yes
-
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
LED Projector
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
LED
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Front Overhang
830 mm
-
Rear Overhang
940 mm
-
Alloy Wheel Design
Alloy
16-inch Alloy
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Spec
Carens
Fit
Chassis Type
Unibody
Monocoque
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Power Steering
Yes
Electric Power Steering
Steering Column
Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
-
Chassis Material
Unibody
Monocoque
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Front Track Width
1563 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
1587 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Coupled Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Rear Axle Type
Coupled Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Spec
Carens
Fit
Steering Type
Yes
Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Rear USB Ports
Yes
-
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Optional
Cooled Seats
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Seat Material
Leather
Premium Fabric
Fabric Seats
No
Premium Fabric
Leather Seats
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
Manual
Adjustable Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Manual
Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
4-Way Manual
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Front Armrest
Centre Armrest
-
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Standard
Interior Colour Options
Black
5
Interior Courtesy Lamps
7-seat layout with sliding second row (EX+), 10.25-inch touchscreen (EX+), panoramic sunroof (SX), ventilated front seats (SX), digital cluster (SX), full ADAS suite (SX), 6 airbags
Modern cabin with digital display, touchscreen infotainment, flexible seating layout, and high practicality
Boot Space Seats Down
1660
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Trim
Leather
Premium Fabric
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Premium Fabric
Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Manual
Seat Fold Type
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Centre Armrest
-
Armrest Rear
Yes
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
-
Interior Colours
Black
5
Interior Trim Colour
Black
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
-
Front Shoulder Room
1421 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
1441 mm
Not Applicable
Spec
Carens
Fit
Front Brake Disc Diameter
300 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
262 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Front Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Rear Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Wheel Type
Alloy
16-inch Alloy
Tyre Type
Radial
185/55 R16
Tyre Load Index
107
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Spare Tyre
Temporary Spare
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary Spare
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Temporary Spare
-
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Not Applicable
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Adaptive
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Standard
Auto Brake Hold
Electronic
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Brake Type Front
Disc
Disc
Tyre Size
215/55 R17
185/55 R16
Wheel Rim Size
215/55 R17
16-inch Alloy
Wheel Diameter
215/55 R17
16-inch Alloy
Wheel Material
Alloy
16-inch Alloy
Wheels
Alloy
16-inch Alloy
Wheel Size Type
215/55 R17
-
Spec
Carens
Fit
Infotainment Screen
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
Yes
Built-in
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
USB Ports
4
Not Available
Rear Usb
Yes
-
AUX Input
No
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
-
Number of Speakers
8
6
Premium Audio
Yes
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
Built-in
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Not Applicable
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Multi Information Display
Digital
-
Display Audio
12.3-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Wireless
Connected Services
Yes
Standard
Audio Speakers
8
6
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
4
-
Voice Control
Yes
Built-in
Audio
Yes
-
Audio System
Yes
6
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Spec
Carens
Fit
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
3
Warranty Years
5 Years / Unlimited km
3
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
3 Years
Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
3
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
3 Years
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / Unlimited km
3
Spec
Carens
Fit
Body Style
MPV
Hatchback
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
MPV
Hatchback
Vehicle Type
MPV
Hatchback
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Pewter Olive, Snow White Pearl
White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Tare Mass Kg
1745 kg
1209 kg
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Production Status
active
active
Model Introduced Year
2026
2022
Generation
Fourth-generation Kia Carens (KY) facelift; South African launch May 2026
Based on Honda’s global small car platform with focus on efficiency and space utilization
Facelift History
Current facelift launched in South Africa in May 2026
Latest generation introduced with hybrid technology and updated design
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Spec
Carens
Fit
Ownership Role
Flagship
Top
Price Zar
599995 ZAR
380500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current official retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
599995
380500
Starting Price Zar
599995
380500
Spec
Carens
Fit
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5L Hybrid Petrol
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
75 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
84.5 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
85 kW @ 4000 rpm
109 kW
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
D4FA
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
253 Nm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
e-CVT
Top Speed
170 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
13.1 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
18.4 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
57.1 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
168.0 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
In depth: how these cars differ
This Carens and Fit comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Carens 39 vs Fit 48.
Efficiency index: Carens 72 vs Fit 95.
Safety-equipment index: Carens 93 vs Fit 91.
Practicality index: Carens 56 vs Fit 49.
Ownership-cover index: Carens 54 vs Fit 60.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Fit leads by 5 points
Carens and Fit are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Fit +9
Efficiency
Fit +23
Safety
Carens +2
Practicality
Carens +7
Ownership
Fit +6
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fit
Performance
48/100
Efficiency
95/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
49/100
Ownership
60/100
Carens
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
54/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHonda Fit
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 62 pts for Carens
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fit leads. However, Carens may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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