Comparing the BMW M340i and the Kia Carens Clavis side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Kia Carens Clavis is priced at ₹1,398,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis's 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Carens Clavis. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1497 cc (Petrol) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | Smartstream G1.5 NA / G1.5 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 16.50 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.42 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 144 Nm (NA) / 253 Nm (Turbo) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / DCT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 216 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2010 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2780 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 |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Smart Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GrayIvory Silver GlossImperial BluePewter Olive |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
