Comparing the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and the Kia Carnival side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is available at ₹4,699,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI for the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe versus 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / xDrive AWD (M235i) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed (Diesel) | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 430 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 135 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1455 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4526 mm / 1800 mm / 1420 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch iDrive with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker (M Sport) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Gran Coupe) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/55 R16 (base) / 225/45 R17 (M Sport) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch / 17-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphirePortimao BlueBrooklyn Grey | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
