Comparing the BMW M2 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 M2 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW M2 comes with a 2993 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2 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 | 2993 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 9.8 kmpl (approx) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 131 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1640 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2697 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | 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 | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | M Leather / Merino Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific front & rear | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Compound Brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode | 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 | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.7 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
